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4.7 out of 5

"Hotel is clean and quiet. Restaurant on roof top is REALLY good! Parking is convenient " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 03 Apr 2023

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Hotel Description

3-star hotel near University of Iowa

In Iowa City

Within a 15-minute walk of the 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).

Dining, 24-hour fitness

The hotel's indoor pool, 24-hour gym, and 2 bars/lounges are among the featured amenities. Enjoy a meal from the restaurant and perks like free WiFi. Self parking, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning are also offered.

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$131* Per night/room May 5 - May 6

Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University ratings based on 18 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Everyone (11) Couples (2) Family (6)
5 out of 5

Posted by on Dec 23, 2023

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Dec 31, 2023 by Bruce

Hi Elizabeth, thanks for the 5 out of 5 rating.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 11, 2023

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Nov 13, 2023 by Bruce

Hi Danielle, thanks for the 5/5 rating. Hope to see you back soon.

4 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 5, 2023

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Nov 28, 2023 by Bruce

Hi Jeff, thanks for the response. If there is anything we can do better let us know.

5 out of 5
Hotel is clean and quiet. Restaurant on roof top is REALLY good! Parking is convenient

Posted by , from San Diego on Apr 3, 2023

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Apr 4, 2023 by Amber O.

Thank you for taking a moment to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel in the future!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 8, 2022

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Jan 10, 2024 by GM

Thank you for the 5/5 rating!

5 out of 5
It was lovely.

Posted by on Jul 20, 2022

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Jul 20, 2022 by Amber O.

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Feb 8, 2021

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Feb 18, 2021 by Amanda C Assistant General Manager

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

4 out of 5

Posted by on Sep 10, 2020

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Sep 11, 2020 by Amanda C Assistant General Manager

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

5 out of 5
Easy check in even at midnight - very clean. Luka, night desk clerk, was very nice and professional

Posted by on Mar 10, 2020

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Mar 13, 2020 by Amanda Cadena Assistant General Manager

Thanks for staying with us, we appreciate your feedback.

5 out of 5
The hotel was immaculate and all the staff I encountered were professional and very friendly. The Vue bar was lovely and definitely had a nice view of Iowa City. This was my second stay and I will be returning and recommending it.

Posted by on Feb 12, 2020

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Feb 13, 2020 by Amanda Cadena Assistant General Manager

Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel. We look forward to seeing you again!

About the Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Location 328 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA 52240

Property Features

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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University offers 143 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. 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.

  • MP3 dock
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6 AM to 10 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to noon.

Garden Grille - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.

Vue Rooftop - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • 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

Policies

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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • UnionPay
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60Ā°C/140Ā°F
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Car not required
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines CleanStay (Hilton)
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Debit cards

Fees

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 9.95ā€“13.95 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 15 per day
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

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

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.