The Highlander Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection

2525 North Dodge St., Iowa City, IA 52245 United States (USA) near Exit 246 on I-80 (~0.2mi)
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4.0 Star Property
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Based on 220 guest reviews

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  • Has an indoor pool!
  • Free complimentary breakfast
  • Shuttle to airport available
  • The Avg. Group Discount is 11.2%!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 97 rooms in hotel
  • Has environment-friendly policy
  • Group score of 10.0/10
  • 6 meeting rooms in hotel

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Local Attractions

**Downtown Iowa City Pedestrian Mall** **Englert Theatre** **University of Iowa Campus** **Kinnick Stadium** **Carver-Hawkeye Arena** **Plum Grove Historic House** **Hickory Hill Park**

Verified Reviews of The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Hotel & Amenities!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Enjoyed our stay. We will go back. Staff was friendly. Our room was clean. The pool area is larger than most. Hot tub was great. Really like the older games in the game room.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
23-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 20 to Sun Sep 21 2025 at a $199.00 average nightly rate.
"Nice motel. Short staffed. Never brought clean towels."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Average
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Jul-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 02 to Sat Jul 05 2025 at a $136.32 average nightly rate.
"Nice Accommodations."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
All great, nice accommodations.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 22 to Sun Mar 23 2025 at a $510.55 average nightly rate.
"Very fun, clean and colorful environment!"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
We love the personality of the hotel the colorful artwork and uniqueness of furniture. The pool area is great so spacious and family friendly! The food is delicious we enjoyed food by the pool, in the bar, in our room and at the breakfast buffet.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Mar 19 to Thu Mar 20 2025 at a $149.00 average nightly rate.
"Really enjoyed access to the pool and hot tub."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We really enjoyed the room, pool and hot tub.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
18-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 17 to Sat Jan 18 2025 at a $196.99 average nightly rate.
"Fun Vibe"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The outdoor patio and pool were a blast! Rooms were clean and overall had a great experience. Will definitely go back when in the area!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
18-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 08 to Sun Jun 09 2024 at a $206.10 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 6 guest reviews

Property Description

Today, The Highlander Hotel has been reimagined as a chic, boutique urban resort and is TripAdvisor's top-rated hotel in the area for three years running. The legendary Supper Club, shuttered for over 20 years, has been brought back to life as Lucy's: a retro cocktail arcade, restaurant, and live music and event venue. Its iconic sunken bar, one of the few remaining in the country has been fully restored. Lucy's is open to hotel guests, locals, and visitors alike, welcoming all to experience a bold revival of vintage cool.

Green Sustainability

We do, we offer incentives for opting out of housekeeping services.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2023
Floors: 2
Rooms: 97
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 97
Handicap Rooms: 4
Suites: 4
Room Windows: Windows Don't Open
Cleaning Frequency: As Needed
Meeting Rooms: 6 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 1393.5 sq. meters
Banquet Space: Holds 1173 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 6.4 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 3:00 - 10:00PM
FEMA Approved: Yes
Pool Info:
Pool is open from 9:00 AM - 10:00PM Adults only 9:00PM - 10:00PM
Ownership: Catalyst Hospitality
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
48 hours prior
Nightly Parking: 0
Typical Group Deposit: 500.00
Total Taxes: 12.00%
Total Misc Fees: S$0.00 SGD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 6.00%
City Tax: 1.00%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fitness and health center
  • Games room
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Jacuzzi
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Quiet location
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • TV room
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids. 26 miles

Local Shuttle Info: Iowa City City bus stop at the property regularly

Breakfast Information

Complimentary 7:00 - 11:00AM

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Yes! Pets are allowed.
Animals are allowed, $30 fee per animal per stay.

Parking Info

Free on site parking

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi

About Ascend Hotel Collection

  • Upscale property delivering the highest standards of hospitality, services, and luxury comfort
  • Free wireless internet and continental breakfast
  • Beautiful indoor and outdoor pools
  • Flat-screen high definition TV's
  • Boutique restaurants and cocktail lounges at participating locations
  • Fitness center facility

The Ascend Hotel Collection highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Clarion Highlander Hotel, Clarion Highlander Hotel & Conference Center, Clarion Highlander Hotel Iowa City Ia, Clarion Hotel Highlander Conference Center, Clarion Highlander, The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Highlander Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Highlander Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection.

Feel free to use the The Highlander Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection 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
Piper's Ballroom 81 x 72 x 12 5832500/----3505050--36/--600400--
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Piper's Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
541.8 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
81 x 72 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
10
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
West Ballroom 50 x 45 x 12 2250150/----100--------/--150150--
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West Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
209.0 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
50 x 45 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
5
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Garden Room 66 x 40 x 8 2640125/----75--------/--150125--
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Garden Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
245.3 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
66 x 40 x 8 Ft.
Floor Level:
1 Below Ground
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
3
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
Yes
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Mirror Room 30 x 18 x 9 54055/----24--------/--6055--
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Mirror Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
50.2 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
30 x 18 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Gold Room 35 x 31 x 9 108560/----50--------/--7060--
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Gold Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
100.8 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
35 x 31 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
5
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Celebrity Conference Room 20 x 14 x 9 280--/----------12--/--------
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Celebrity Conference Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
26.0 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
20 x 14 x 9 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
2
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System

FAQs about The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 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 11:00 AM 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 The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel have?

There are 97 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, they have 6 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel?

Complimentary 7:00 - 11:00AM

What parking is available at The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel?

Free on site parking

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Is there a gym at The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel?

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

Is there a pool at The Highlander Hotel An Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Pool is open from 9:00 AM - 10:00PM Adults only 9:00PM - 10:00PM.

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