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The Highlander Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
January 2025
February 2025

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk
Point of interest
Lobby lounge
Indoor spa tub
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service
The price is NZ$254
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb

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2525 Highlander Place, Iowa City, IA, 52245
  • Mercy Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • University of Iowa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Iowa Health Care
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Iowa City, IA (IOW)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Suite (Courtyard)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mezzanine (Mezzanine)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mezzanine (Mezzanine)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Mezzanine (Mezzanine)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite, Accessible

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Classic Suite, Accessible

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Classic Suite

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Classic Suite

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Poolside

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Iowa City

A family-friendly stay in Iowa City awaits you at The Highlander Hotel. You'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from University of Iowa and 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Mercy Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Highlander Supper Clu, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Supper Club Bar is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. 5651 square feet (525 square metres) of event facilities include 3 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include coworking space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Iowa City hotel include Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse and Iowa City Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Mercy Hospital - 5 min drive
  • University of Iowa - 7 min drive
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 9 min drive
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 10 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burge Market Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Highlander Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
The Highlander Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 5651 square feet (525 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly The Highlander Hotel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of The Highlander Hotel was completed in July 2020.

This Iowa City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 97 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5651 sq ft of conference space
  • 525 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1967
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Highlander Hotel offers 97 accommodations with complimentary dressing gowns and complimentary slippers. This individually decorated accommodation includes desks. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Snack Shack
  • Supper Club Bar
  • The Highlander Supper Clu

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books
  • Games
  • Indoor pool
  • Music library
  • Spa tub
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (5,651 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A 1.5 per cent tourism fee will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Clarion Highlander
Clarion Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Hotel Highlander
Clarion Hotel Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel And Conference Center Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel Iowa City
The Bohemian
The Highlander Hotel Hotel
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City
The Highlander Hotel Hotel Iowa City
Clarion Hotel Highlander Conference Center

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Highlander Hotel?

The Highlander Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highlander Hotel?

As of 19 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander Hotel on 5 Feb 2025 start from NZ$250.88, 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 The Highlander Hotel?

Yep, The Highlander Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does The Highlander Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! The Highlander Hotel has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes The Highlander Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads and pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Highlander Hotel.

Is The Highlander Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli and an indoor pool, as well as children's books and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Highlander Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Highlander Hotel?

No, The Highlander Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Highlander Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Highlander Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Highlander Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Highlander Hotel, with dog exercise areas on offer.

The Highlander Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 786 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 786 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 786 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 786 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 786 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Russell

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bar and arcade plus pool allow us to overlook the cheap remodel work.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vibe was awesome. My 6 year old needed a pick me up before his apts at the university of iowa. It was a great place for him to have fun and enjoy himself.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kelly, Geneva

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sorry to say it did not live up to my expectations. A 9 rating is far from the truth. Needs major updating. Sheets on the bed were stained. Dirty dirty dirty. Outside area looks horrible. Bar was incredibly slow.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for Iowa football weekend! Especially liked the pool and hot tub area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
This is an old motel that they have worked to update. Cool idea but not worth the $$ paid (price hike for football game??). Bathrooms moderately updated, dings all over the fridge and it was NOISY, HVAC system was extremely noisy (can hear the units noisy operations outside). No employee ever showed up to check us out of our room (two others were waiting as well). Cool idea but not executed well
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cool hippy vibe hotel. Games, bars, pool, great dining
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

nancy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The ground level rooms with large windows are a little scary. Building is older and run down. Online marketing makes it appear much more updated than it is.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cameron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, did not care for the restaurant food - I got the prime rib and it tasted like beef jerky. I also was disappointed that we did not have a coffee maker in our room. Other than that, the bed was extremely comfortable, and the property was in good condition.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome pool area. Both the pool and hot tub could have been warmer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pricey family friendly hotel
Spacious rooms with patios overlooking the pool. Some low key live music, lots of games and a fun bar. About 10 min from downtown. Overpriced in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, just off the highway. As with the rest of the property, the parking lot is ok, but needs a bit of TLC to bring it up to great. No microwave or coffee maker available in the room. That was odd. The pool is nice and there is a fun arcade and bar area. Lots of fun for families. It is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here as often as possible when visiting
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel. Cool place, everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice restored historical property. Very convenient location. Hotel staff very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024