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4.0/5
Based on 514 guest reviews
- Our hotel comes with an indoor pool
- Fitness / Gym is on-site
- 151 rooms in hotel
- Hotel has 12 floors
- Check-in time: 15:00
- Check-out time: 12:00
- Has environment-friendly policy
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 2 meeting rooms in hotel
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
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Local Attractions
Wedding & Events: Old Brick, Orchard Green, Iowa Memorial Union (IMU), Walker Homestead, Terry Trueblood, Celebration Farm, Rapid Creek Cidery, Little Lights on the Lane, Bella Sala, North Ridge Pavilion, Palmer House Stable, The Avacentre, Timber Dome Lodge and Octogonal Barn. Sports: UI Campus Recreation & Wellness Center, University of Iowa, Kinnick Stadium, Carver Hawkeye Arena, Field House, Duane Banks Field, UI Indoor Track, Ashton Cross Country Course, Francis X. Cretzmeyer Track, Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Center, Finkbine Golf Course, Grant Field, UI Boathouse, Gerdin Athletic Learning Center, and Xtream Arena. Arts: Englert Theatre, Hancher Auditorium, FilmScene Theater, and the Pedestrian Mall. Hospitals: University of Iowa Hospital, UI Stead Family Children's Hospital, Mercy Hospital, VA Hospital.
Map Location of Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Verified Reviews of Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Hawkeye Weekend!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Hotel personnel were friendly, efficient and very respectful. The rooms were great, clean and right sized for us.
Larry R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
09-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 06 to Sun Sep 08 2024 at a $709.00 average nightly rate. 
"Hawkeye Weekend!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Hotel personnel were friendly, efficient and very respectful. The rooms were great, clean and right sized for us.
Larry R. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
07-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 06 to Sun Sep 08 2024 at a $709.00 average nightly rate. "Very Loud"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
So much noise on the entire floor. This went on from approximately 2:00 am until 4:30 am.
Ann B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
03-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 31 to Sun Sep 01 2024 at a $156.64 average nightly rate. "Wonderful Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The staff was very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the room. It was comfortable, clean and quiet.
Jack M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
25-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Apr 24 to Thu Apr 25 2024 at a $113.99 average nightly rate. "Pleasant Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Pool was clean, a lot of plush extra towels, secure building, clean room, friendly staff.
Elizabeth F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
27-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Mar 24 to Mon Mar 25 2024 at a $113.99 average nightly rate. "Nice & Safe Place"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Our stay was nice. The staff was helpful. I felt safe. It was close to where we wanted to be.
Daryl M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
26-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 23 to Sun Feb 25 2024 at a $154.00 average nightly rate. "Most definitely an excellent experience."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent hotel!
Gerald H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
20-Feb-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Feb 19 to Tue Feb 20 2024 at a $98.44 average nightly rate. "Excellent and perfect!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent, perfect hotel. Great food and drinks!
Gerald H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 15 to Tue Jan 16 2024 at a $101.15 average nightly rate. "Home away from home excellent."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everything you could want and more.
Gerald H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
16-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jan 16 to Wed Jan 17 2024 at a $114.99 average nightly rate. "Great Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Very pleasant stay, clean rooms, nice staff.
Judith M. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from
10-Nov-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Nov 08 to Thu Nov 09 2023 at a $116.10 average nightly rate. Property Description
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown/University is a modern yet trendy hotel located in the heart of Downtown Iowa City, close to local wedding and sport venues, local hospitals, shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Featuring free daily hot breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, heated indoor pool, 24/7 fitness center, full-service bar, food menu, 24/7 Grab & Go Market, Starbucks coffee, and secure temperature-controlled underground parking ($9/nt). Conveniently located just a 4 minute walk to the Ped Mall, 5 min walk to Bread Garden Grocery, 6 min walk to FilmScene Theater, 6 min walk to Englert Theatre, 7 min walk to SpareMe Bowling & Arcade, 8 min walk to Target, and so many restaurants and bars within walking distance!
Green Sustainability
LEED Certified.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 15:00 |
| Check Out: | 12:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2018 |
| Floors: | 12 |
| Rooms: | 151 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 151 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 8 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 104 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 47 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 1670 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 90 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 4:00-11:00 PM |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: Heated indoor pool overlooking Downtown Iowa City. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24-hour standard cancellation. Cancellation policy subject to change and may be different for special event dates and specific rate reserved. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 9.00 |
| Total Taxes: | 13.50% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 5.00% |
| City Tax: | 7.00% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 6.00% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 6.00% |
| Parking Fee: | 9.00 Per Night |
| Additional Person Fee: | 10.00 Per Person (Over 2 adults) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Bus parking
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Garage
- Generator for sleeping rooms
- Generator for public spaces
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Internet - wireless
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry valet service
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shop
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 22 miles and Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) - 1.7 miles.
Local Shuttle Info: No hotel shuttle, but there are local companies who provide this service like - Anaman Concierge, Windstar and ELS.
Breakfast Information
Complimentary breakfast features plain scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes or French toast sticks, yogurt, cereal, toast, bagels, pastries, oatmeal, fresh fruit, juice, coffee and milk. Breakfast items subject to change at any time. Served M-F 6:30-9:30 AM and SS 7-10 AM.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.$75 pet fee. 50 lb limit per pet or 75 lb total limit for two pets.
Parking Info
Secure, temperature-controlled underground parking ($9/day)
Internet / WiFI
Free high speed Wi-Fi throughout hotel.
Cleaning Policies
GBAC Certified.
About Hyatt Place
- Known as a business and airport hotel with a casual atmosphere
- Spacious guestrooms with luxury bath and skin care amenities
- Free Wi-Fi and remote printing everywhere in the hotel
- Improved Elevated Breakfast complimentary to World of Hyatt Members
- Indulge in some coffee or hit up the Cocktails Bar
- 24/7 Gallery menu and market offers a wide selection of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, sweets at any time of the night or day
- The Gallery is a place where friends and family can gather for social hour
- Forget something? Hyatt Place also has nail polish, a universal cell phone charger, toothpaste, and plenty more that you can purchase, borrow, or simply enjoy at no expense
The Hyatt Place highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Bluebird Diner - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this retro-style diner. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Short's Burger & Shine - Indulge in mouthwatering burgers and fries at this local favorite. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Pullman Bar & Diner - Enjoy delicious American cuisine in a trendy atmosphere. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the Old Capitol Museum - Explore the historic building and learn about Iowa's political history. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: The Java House - Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee and a pastry at this cozy coffee shop. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Mesa Pizza - Try unique and tasty pizza combinations at this popular late-night spot. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Iowa Chop House - Savor a delicious steak or seafood dish at this upscale restaurant. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Explore the Iowa City Farmers Market - Browse through local produce, crafts, and more at this vibrant market. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Hamburg Inn No. 2 - Enjoy a classic American breakfast at this iconic diner. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Basta Pizzeria Ristorante - Delight in authentic Italian cuisine and wood-fired pizzas at this charming eatery. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Atlas World Grill - Experience global flavors with a diverse menu at this contemporary restaurant. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Visit the University of Iowa Museum of Art - Explore a wide range of art collections and exhibitions. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown.
Feel free to use the Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Iowa City event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Meeting Place 1 | 31 x 34 x 8 | 1054 | 48/-- | 24 | 48 | 30 | 30 | -- | --/-- | 80 | 70 | -- |
Close This Meeting Place 1Meeting Place 1 is a private meeting space located on the hotel second floor. The room features floor to ceiling windows with blackout curtains, built-in buffet, built-in projector and screen, audio functions for HDMI and pre-set music; AV and catering menu available. Great for team meetings, social events and group meals! Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1054 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 34 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Power Outlets: 11 Columns: 2 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Meeting Place 2 | 22 x 28 x 9 | 616 | 24/-- | 12 | 24 | 18 | 12 | -- | --/-- | 50 | 30 | -- |
Close This Meeting Place 2Meeting Place 2 is a private meeting space located on the hotel second floor. The room features built-in buffet and screen. Projector, AV and catering menu available. Great for u-shape, hollow square, classroom and smaller social events! Room Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 616 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 22 x 28 x 9 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
What time is check in?
Check in time is 15:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown have?
There are 151 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Complimentary breakfast features plain scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes or French toast sticks, yogurt, cereal, toast, bagels, pastries, oatmeal, fresh fruit, juice, coffee and milk. Breakfast items subject to change at any time. Served M-F 6:30-9:30 AM and SS 7-10 AM.
What parking is available at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Secure, temperature-controlled underground parking ($9/day)
How much does internet cost?
Free high speed Wi-Fi throughout hotel.
Can I get a AAA rate at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Heated indoor pool overlooking Downtown Iowa City..
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