Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

328 South Clinton St., Iowa City, IA 52240 United States (USA) near Exit 244 on I-80 (~3.3km)
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3.0 Star Property
41.657090-91.534180
+1-800-219-2797
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4.0/5

Based on 509 guest reviews

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  • Has an indoor pool!
  • Gym is available on property
  • 143 rooms in property
  • 12 floors in hotel
  • 9 suites in hotel
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Hotel has an eco-friendly policy
  • Groups/Meetings rating of 6.8/10
  • 4 conference rooms in property

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Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days

Rates shown are nightly rates before taxes and do not necessarily reflect all discounts available. The chart provides the cheapest public rates available by room type.

Local Attractions

Restaurants, pubs, attractions, shops and campus life are just steps from our front door at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University. Walk to the University of Iowa and check out museum exhibits, shows at Hancher Auditorium, or Hawkeyes sports at Kinnick Stadium and Carver Hawkeye Arena. The Iowa City Downtown District is also nearby, home to specialty shops, restaurants, art galleries and live music. See a performance at Englert Theatre or treat the family to a day at the Iowa Children's Museum. We're happy to provide shuttle service to destinations within 5 miles of the hotel.

Verified Reviews of Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Hilton team went the extra mile"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I checked out on Monday morning, got to the parking ramp and realized I had left my watch on the bedside table. Luckily there was a phone on level two of the garage. I called the desk and the young woman there ran up and got my watch. She met me at the front desk. I am grateful for her attention and quick action. I would have been lost that day without my watch! Thank you.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Sep 21 to Mon Sep 22 2025 at a $135.99 average nightly rate.
"Hilton"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I always stayed here and the toons are clean and the service excellent I come here for My Daughters medical needs and they Have service to the hospital.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
19-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 17 to Wed Jun 18 2025 at a $159.00 average nightly rate.
"Extremely Satisfied"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Okay
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
24-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 20 to Sat Dec 21 2024 at a $183.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent hotel and staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We had a very positive experience.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 18 to Thu Dec 19 2024 at a $127.99 average nightly rate.
"Very comfortable accommodations."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
My stay at the Garden Inn was excellent. Reservations and check in were pleasant and efficient. The parking structure was available and navigable, even with my large vehicle. The elevators were readily available. The room was spacious, modern, clean and comfortable. I look forward to my next stay at the Garden Inn!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
15-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Dec 12 to Fri Dec 13 2024 at a $139.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent place to stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The front office workers were very friendly and professional. This is an awesome accommodation.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
01-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 27 to Mon Oct 28 2024 at a $137.99 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 509 guest reviews

Property Description

The Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City is conveniently located in downtown Iowa City just off the University of Iowa campus and is minutes from Interstate 80 and Highway 218. The hotel will be a short drive from many local attractions including the University of Iowa, Kinnick Stadium, Coral Ridge Mall, and many downtown Iowa City shops and restaurants.

Green Sustainability

Guest room and public area recycling.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 3:00 PM
Year of Last Renovation: 2017
Floors: 12
Rooms: 143
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 143
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 9
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 4 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 261.5 sq. meters
Banquet Space: Holds 240 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 1.6 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.8 Km
Lounge/Bar Hours: 3 PM - 11 PM
Pool Info: Indoor Pool & Whirlpool
Ownership: Kinseth
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Cancellation policy depends on day or week & time of year
Nightly Parking: $14
Total Taxes: 13.00%
Total Misc Fees: HK$0.00 HKD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 5.00%
Occupancy Tax: 1.58%
City Tax: 7.00%
Other Tax: 22.00% (Service Charge)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Conference facilities
  • Elevator
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television

Airport & Shuttle Information

Iowa City Municipal Airport (IOW) 1801 Riverside Dr, Iowa City, IA 52246The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) 2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

A fresh, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily at our Garden Grille.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Parking Info

Individuals are responsible for their own parking

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wifi

Cleaning Policies

Hotel participates in Hilton's CleanStay enhanced cleaning program.

About Hilton Garden Inn

  • Spacious meeting rooms with onsite catering services and audiovisual equipment available
  • 24 Hour Business Center and Free Wi-Fi
  • Plus Hypoallergenic Pillows
  • Convenient Pavilion Mart open 24/7 offering late night snack, beverages, and more
  • Onsite Dining with Lunch and Dinner offered in most locations
  • Full Cooked-to-Order Breakfast

The Hilton Garden Inn highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Seasonality of Hotel Rates at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Rate fluctuations of Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

The graph above is seasonality of room rates for both our group prices and the lowest online individual rates our rate checker could find at the time the group offer was submitted. The best group/meeting discount shown is 10.0% in April 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $413 in the month of September 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University in a month when rates are lower.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.

Feel free to use the Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University 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
Grand Ballroom 80 x 32 x 12 2800--/2401342407570----/--250240--
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Grand Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
260.1 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
80 x 32 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
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
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Salon I
42 x 41 x 12 1500--/110661325045----/--160----
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Salon I

Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
139.4 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
42 x 41 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
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
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Salon II
32 x 17 x 12 680--/4024401619----/--70----
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Salon II

Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
63.2 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
32 x 17 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
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
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Salon III
32 x 21 x 12 590--/4024401417----/--70----
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Salon III

Room Type:
Ballroom Section
Total Size:
54.8 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
32 x 21 x 12 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
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
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System

FAQs about Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

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 3:00 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 Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University have?

There are 143 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

A fresh, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily at our Garden Grille.

What parking is available at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Individuals are responsible for their own parking

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wifi

Is there a gym at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

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

Is there a pool at Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor Pool & Whirlpool.

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