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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near University of Iowa

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2 bars/lounges
Lobby
Sports facility
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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328 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 412 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 476 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

  • 709 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Iowa City

Downtown stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown hotel, you'll find University of Iowa and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. The Englert Theater and Iowa City Public Library are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Englert Theater - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Iowa City Public Library - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pints - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Poindexter Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

3-star hotel near University of Iowa
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 2700 square feet (251 square meters) and includes conference space. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Iowa City hotel.

  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2700 sq ft of conference space
  • 251 sq m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers 143 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 50-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Feb 23 - Feb 24
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 10.95 to 15.95 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10.95 to 15.95 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University to the airport?

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University is 23.4 mi (28-min drive) away from the Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

As of Feb 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University on Feb 15, 2026 start from $105.78, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10.95 and 15.95 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6 AM to 10 AM and weekends from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Riverside Casino and Golf Resort (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University to downtown Iowa City?

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University is 0.3 mi away from Iowa City.

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 612 out of 851 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 851 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 851 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 851 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 851 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in the city
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless. Staff very friendl.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER, Chicago

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was the only real plus for my stay other than the location. when I unfolded the hide abed there was things under the mattress , the hide a bed was like sleeping on a trampoline, every movement felt like I was going to bounce off and onto the floor, We could not turn off the heater/ac, it ran all night blowing on me. it was heat one moment, cool the next...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

susel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne

Disliked: Staff & service
We booked our stay months ago. We arrived at check in to discover the hotel canceled our reservation- did not contact hotels .com about this- or us. The manager and general Manager blamed using a third party as part of problem. This was parents weekend which we drove 3.5 hours to get to. This caused us to spend way more for two separate hotels and miss going out with our son. The entire reason for going to parents weekend. The manager never apologized and even lied to us saying they called us and left us a message several times. He was incredibly rude to my wife and I. He should be fired. We know what happen, they wanted to sell our room for more than we paid. Our reservation stated we would pay when we arrived. We had stay at this hotel a couple of times and they had never tried to charge our credit card. The credit card had an updated exploration and that is why it didn't work. No one called us, not the hotel or hotels.com. We are extremely upset and feel the hotel should fire the general manager and compensate us for hotel rooms. We booked with the choice of pay at the property- something we have never had a problem with before. We will
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATT

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay here in the future. Room was nicely decorated and clean. Staff was helpful and pleasant. The breakfast was great. The location is perfect for University campus visits...walking distance. Parking garage was safe, convenient, and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gazima

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location / comfortable rooms and beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Mazzeffi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025