Hotels in Iowa City, IA

On average, people stay in Iowa City for a total of 3 nights.

The cost of a hotel room in Iowa City will vary according to demand, location and star rating. On average, rooms will cost around $160 per night.

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Iowa City is January. The cost of your room could be as much as 39% cheaper than peak months.

Room prices for hotels in Iowa City will be at their lowest on Saturday and peak on Thursday.

$181 is around the price you are going to have to pay for a luxury hotel room in Iowa City. This is on average an 7%% increase on the cost of a typical Iowa City hotel, which is more likely to charge $160 a night.

While temperatures are typically very high in Iowa City during July, there is a higher chance for rainfall as the average for the month is about 5″. Taking into account the higher potential for rain in July, those staying at a hotel in Iowa City should plan to visit popular indoor attractions such as Jordan Creek Town Center, Merle Hay Mall, and Coral Ridge Mall.

As of July 2025, there are 70 operators available to choose from for hotels in Iowa City.

Prices for hotels in Iowa City refresh daily.

Those looking for a hotel near Kinnick Stadium should expect to pay $112/night for area hotels. Below are the 3 best hotel options in the area. Hotels near Kinnick Stadium are typically 2% less expensive than the average hotel in Iowa City, which is $114.

Below are the 3 user recommended hotels in the area of Iowa City that is closest to University of Iowa. The average price near University of Iowa is $112/night, with prices varying based on several factors including time of year. Hotels near University of Iowa are typically 2% less expensive than the average hotel in Iowa City, which is $114.