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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near University of Iowa

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A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hilton Garden Inn' sign.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, teal armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 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)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 KNG 1 BDRM STE MOBILITY/HEARING ACCESS TUB

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, and a towel rack.

1 KNG 1 BDRM STE MOBILITY/HEARING ACCESS TUB

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a desk lamp, and a painting on the wall.

1 KING BED WITH SOFABED

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

1 KNG HEAR ACC JR STE

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a white desk, a grey office chair, and a floor lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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A modern hotel room with a teal sofa, a small side table, a standing lamp, and a bedside table.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a bedside lamp, a desk with a chair, and a bed.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, and a desk lamp.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a bedside lamp, a desk with a chair, and a bed.

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

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

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A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a white desk, a grey office chair, and a floor lamp.

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

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

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

  • 709 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV on a white desk, a grey office chair, and a floor lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Old Capitol Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Estela's Fresh Mex - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pints - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪DC's - ‬5 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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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel
Hilton Garn Iowa City Univers
Hilton Iowa City University
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Iowa City
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University Hotel Iowa City

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 Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University on Sep 27, 2026 start from $137, including 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. 705 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 972 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DIMITRIOS

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

DIMITRIOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Iowa City was a pleasant surprise. Great restaurants nearby. Nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toy

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, perfect stay, with helpful staff. Everything was perfect and I can't wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leo

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Will definitely be back. Loved eating at the Vue restaurant on top.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Curt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service, location, and cleanliness. No place better to stay in Iowa City!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marc

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What we did not like room 1016 and room 1017 there was either an air compressor running or something that was making noise 24 hours a day just don’t get the room 1016 or 1017 you will not sleep!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was really nice. Staff was great, willing to please. Breakfast was good. Parking was a little difficult, I think because there was a wedding going on in the ballroom. Wish you didn’t have to pay $15 a day for parking, but oh well. Would definitely go back and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

HELEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allysen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I travel to Iowa City monthly, and two of my usual hotels have recently closed, so I finally decided to try the Garden Inn. It has always been a little more expensive, but this was a celebration weekend, so we went for it. Overall, we had a good time. The parking garage was being renovated, and I still had to pay $15 to park in a farther garage across the street. Not a huge deal, but a helpful heads-up for other travelers. The elevators were very slow, but the view from the 9th floor was beautiful. The staff was extremely nice, the housekeepers were so friendly, and the little lobby store had lots of treats for my boys. I also loved that they had a hot tub. A little overpriced in my opinion, but still a nice hotel for a treat every now and then.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, hotel was updated and clean, the views were nice from the higher levels. Parking was not convenient at all.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice staff and comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilda

Very nice and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very pleased with my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

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