Best hotels in Iowa City

Best hotels in Iowa City: the best-rated on Staylist is Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown (AI score 7.5, typically $161 a night); the best-rated under $200 is The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection (AI score 6.8, typically $160 a night). Staylist lists 6 hotels in Iowa City, United States, each with a booking link.

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Across the 5 with a previously observed price, typical nightly rates run from about $160 to $269, with the middle around $161.

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  1. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
    17.5Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown3-star$161 / night
  2. Element Iowa City
    27.7Element Iowa City3-starCheck live price →
  3. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
    37.5Graduate by Hilton Iowa City4-star$362 / night
  4. 46.8The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel CollectionIowa City$160 / night
  5. 56.3Hampton Inn Iowa City/University AreaIowa City$269 / night
  6. 65.3Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa CityIowa City$96 / night

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Best Hotels in Iowa City (2026): 6 Rated · Staylist World