Courtyard Iowa City University Heights

901 Melrose Ave., Iowa City, IA 52246 United States (USA) near Exit 242 on I-80 (~2.2mi)
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3.0 Star Property
41.655510-91.552020
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  • Our hotel comes with an indoor pool
  • Avg. Group Discount of 13.0%!
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 140 rooms in hotel
  • Hotel has 6 floors
  • Hotel has 10 suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Group booking rating of 10.0/10
  • 7 meeting rooms in hotel

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

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Local Attractions

University of Iowa, Kinnick Stadium, Carver Hawkeye Arena, UIHC, Stead Family Children's Hospital, University of Iowa Field House, University of Iowa Swimming Facility, Downtown Iowa City, Xstream Arena, GreenState Family Fieldhouse

Verified Reviews of Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"It’s a plus!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Lovely place with great staff.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Oct 21 to Tue Oct 22 2024 at a $135.99 average nightly rate.
"Good except for phone connectivity."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
I had phone usage issues with both in room phone and cell phone access to local and outside numbers even after paid for upgrade of service. The stay was good otherwise.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
06-Oct-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 02 to Sat Oct 05 2024 at a $219.66 average nightly rate.
"Comfortable Courtyard"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean rooms and common areas. Pool clean and refreshing. Good value. Staff friendly and helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jul 26 to Sun Jul 28 2024 at a $306.49 average nightly rate.
"Great Stay"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I loved our room!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
11-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 09 to Sun Mar 10 2024 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent hotel with shuttle to University Hospital."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent! Will recommend to others. We were new to University Hospital and the staff helped us find where we had to go and shuttled us there.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Mar 06 to Thu Mar 07 2024 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.
"Truly an experience!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Rooms large, clean. Pool and exercise room large and clean. I liked the location as it was close to hospital.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 22 to Tue Jan 23 2024 at a $145.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent service and a very nice property."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Excellent service and a nice property.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
30-Dec-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 27 to Thu Dec 28 2023 at a $140.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent Hotel & Accommodations"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean hotel. The food was good and location good.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-Oct-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Oct 04 to Thu Oct 05 2023 at a $159.00 average nightly rate.
"Very Clean Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The hotel is very impressive. Very clean and everyone was so friendly. Very good experience. Would book again.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Aug 30 to Fri Sep 01 2023 at a $141.50 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

New hotel located across the street from the University of Iowa, Kinnick Stadium, and the Stead Family Children's Hospital. Full-service features including flexible meeting space and banquet team. the Bistro bar & restaurant and Starbucks with 21 TVs, and large outdoor patios with outdoor TVs and firepits.

Green Sustainability

Marriott program

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Year of Last Renovation: 2021
Floors: 6
Rooms: 140
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 140
Handicap Rooms: 8
Rooms with 1 Bed: 51
Rooms with 2 Beds: 89
Suites: 10
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 7 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 13000 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 600 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 1.0 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 6am-10pm
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Indoor heated pool, 6am-10pm daily. Adjacent to outdoor pool patio with lounge chairs and seating.
Ownership: Kelly Murphy
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
48 hours prior to arrival
Nightly Parking: 0
Total Taxes: 13.50%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 5.00%
City Tax: 7.00%
Other Tax: 1.50% (Direct Marketing Fee)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Bus parking
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • 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
  • Generator for sleeping rooms
  • Generator for public spaces
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jogging path
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Licensed bar
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • TV Channel: Starz
  • TV Channel: Weather Channel
  • TV Channel: ESPN
  • TV Channel: NFL Network
  • TV Channel: Fox Sports
  • TV Channel: Nickelodeon
  • Terrace
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

The Eastern Iowa Airport - Cedar Rapids (22 miles) Iowa City Airport- 1 mile

Local Shuttle Info: Complimentary shuttle service, by appointment

Breakfast Information

The Bistro serves made-to-order hot breakfast menu items (not included in hotel room rates) and convenient "grab & go" items. Breakfast available daily 6am-10am. Starbucks counter with your favorite signature coffee, lattes and cold brew.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Complimentary parking onsite, private lot.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

Cleaning Policies

All Marriott International cleaning protocol

About Courtyard by Marriott

  • Business centered hotel with functional rooms and and a multi-use public area
  • Free Wi-Fi in guestrooms and lobby area
  • Flexible workspaces, soft bedding, and Paul Mitchell products
  • Lobby provides a casual meeting and workspace, business center, and GoBoard® Touchscreens for Info on the Go
  • 24/7 Market offering practical food/beverage options

The Courtyard by Marriott highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Bluebird Diner - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this retro-style diner located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Hamburg Inn No. 2 - Try their famous pie shakes and delicious burgers at this iconic Iowa City spot, just 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Pullman Bar & Diner - Enjoy a delicious farm-to-table dining experience at this popular restaurant located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Iowa Old Capitol Building - Explore the historic Old Capitol Building, located just 1 mile from the hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Java House - Start your day with a cup of coffee and a tasty breakfast at this local coffee shop, just 0.9 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Short's Burger & Shine - Enjoy gourmet burgers and craft beers at this popular burger joint, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Basta Pizzeria Ristorante - Indulge in wood-fired pizzas and Italian dishes at this cozy restaurant located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: University of Iowa Museum of Art - Visit the museum and explore its impressive collection of art, located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Broken Yolk - Start your day with a delicious breakfast at this cozy breakfast spot, just 0.7 miles from the hotel.
  • Lunch: Mesa Pizza - Try unique and creative pizza slices at this local favorite, located 1.3 miles from the hotel.
  • Dinner: Iowa Chop House - Savor delicious steaks and seafood at this upscale restaurant located 1.1 miles from the hotel.
  • Activity: Iowa City Farmers Market - Explore the vibrant farmers market and discover local produce, crafts, and more, located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Previously known as:
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights, Courtyard Iowa City Marriott

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Courtyard Iowa City University Heights

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Courtyard Iowa City University Heights.

Feel free to use the Courtyard Iowa City University Heights 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'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
The Heights Ballroom & Rooftop Patio 95 x 58 x 13 5510 350/-- 120 120 80 60 -- --/-- 400 325 --
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The Heights Ballroom & Rooftop Patio

Ballroom with adjoining rooftop patio with incredible views of Kinnick Stadium, the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and the downtown Iowa City skyline. Modern feel with hardwood floors, stone walls and floor to ceiling windows.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
5510 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
95 x 58 x 13 Ft.
Floor Level:
6
Power Outlets:
10
Columns:
0
Windows:
20
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.
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Melrose Room 61 x 41 x 9 2501 120/-- 60 40 40 30 24 --/-- 200 100 --
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Melrose Room

Located on the top floor with 180-degree views of Kinnick Stadium, the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and the downtown Iowa City skyline. Modern decor with hardwood floors.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
2501 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
61 x 41 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
6
Power Outlets:
10
Columns:
2
Windows:
10
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.
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Kinnick/Carver Rooms Combined 65 x 25 x 11 1625 100/-- 60 50 40 40 39 --/-- 120 80 --
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Kinnick/Carver Rooms Combined

Flexible space with tons of natural light and adjoining outdoor patio option.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
1625 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
65 x 25 x 11 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
8
Columns:
0
Windows:
12
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.
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Kinnick Room 37 x 25 x 11 914 60/-- 40 20 22 24 22 --/-- 70 -- --
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Kinnick Room

Flexible space with tons of natural light and an outdoor patio area.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
914 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
37 x 25 x 11 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
6
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.
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Carver Room 28 x 25 x 11 686 40/-- 32 20 16 15 16 --/-- 60 -- --
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Carver Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
686 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
28 x 25 x 11 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
6
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.
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Boardroom 14 x 10 x 9 157 --/-- -- -- -- -- 6 --/-- -- -- --
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Boardroom

Room Type:
Boardroom
Total Size:
157 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
14 x 10 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
2
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.
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The Bistro Patio 35 x 35 x 0 1225 50/-- -- -- -- -- -- --/-- -- -- --
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The Bistro Patio

Room Type:
Outdoor Miscellaneous
Total Size:
1225 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
35 x 35 x 0 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
2
Columns:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
Yes
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Flip Chart
  • Sound System
Rates vary by day of week, length of rental, food & beverage purchases and hotel room needs.

FAQs about Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM 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 PM 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 Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights have?

There are 140 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Yes, they have 7 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

The Bistro serves made-to-order hot breakfast menu items (not included in hotel room rates) and convenient "grab & go" items. Breakfast available daily 6am-10am. Starbucks counter with your favorite signature coffee, lattes and cold brew.

What parking is available at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Complimentary parking onsite, private lot.

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.

Is there a gym at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor heated pool, 6am-10pm daily. Adjacent to outdoor pool patio with lounge chairs and seating..

Testimonials:

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