Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Iowa

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Exterior
Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, blackout curtains
Lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Room, 1 King Bed (Specialty)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May

Explore the area

Map
255 E Court St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • University of Iowa
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Kinnick Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (High Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (High Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Specialty)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (Roll-in shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (High Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Accessible (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, Tub)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Specialty)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room (2 Queen beds w/ sofa bed, High Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Iowa City

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown places you in the centre of Iowa City, within just a 5-minute stroll of University of Iowa and within 20 minutes of University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .The café, 24/7 Gallery Menu, is open for lunch and dinner. Coffee to Cocktails Bar is the hotel's own cocktail bar. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Iowa City hotel include Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mercy Hospital - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yotopia Frozen Yogurt - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Estela's Fresh Mex - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to University of Iowa
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and a front desk safe are also featured at the business-friendly Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Iowa City hotel is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers 151 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • 24/7 Gallery Menu
  • Coffee to Cocktails Bar
  • Gallery Kitchen Breakfast

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (173 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 15 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

As of 10 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown on 1 May 2025 start from NZ$183.05, 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.

Is parking available at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Yep, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 15 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have a pool?

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6 AM to 10 PM.

What makes Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown.

Does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors can't get enough of the free buffet brekkie here! It's the ideal spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

No, Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1029 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1029 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Uzma

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
overnight
Check-in went very smooth. Friendly greeting, detailed information about the hotel,etc. Breakfast was good, and was kept stocked and the area was clean. Location was great for downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great parking garage, room was very clean and checking in was so quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen, PASADENA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice dining space on the 2nd floor and fitness center. Location is excellent for visiting the University of Iowa and shopping downtown.

10/10 Excellent

Theophilus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Elissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location. Clean, decent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet fee was more than per human. Couldn't find cost for pet online.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayla

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean modern facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for University and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what was needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My check-in experience was great, the person at the front desk was great. This is my second time staying at this particular property and it was the same as the first time. The room seriously looked as if I was the first to ever use it - just immaculately clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024