9.3 Superb Based on 107 reviews
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"Rooms feature desks and clear stadium views on the east side. A bistro serves meals near the lobby, and a shuttle runs to university games. Best for Hawkeye fans, less so for anyone needing quiet."

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31 Aug 2026
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1 Sept 2026
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2 guests

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2

Children:

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Why guests choose Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights

  • University Adjacent
    Kinnick Stadium, 5-min walk
  • Fitness Center
    Cardio & weight equipment
  • Indoor Pool
    Heated, year-round access
  • The Bistro
    American dinner & à la carte breakfast
  • Complimentary Bikes
    Explore campus & downtown
  • Free Parking
    On-site, no reservation needed

Overview

The comfortable 3-star Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights hotel is around 25 minutes' stroll from the riverfront City Park and has a heated swimming pool and a fitness area. This Iowa City hotel lies in a business area, 1.1 miles from such cultural sights as University of Iowa Special Collections & University Archives Library.

Project Art is located a mere 6 minutes by foot from the hotel, and such natural sites as Thornberry Off-leash Dog Park are about a 30-minute walk away. Dubuque is 74 miles from Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights hotel, while Old Capitol Museum is 1.3 miles away. There is the multi - purpose indoor Carver-Hawkeye Arena approximately 5 minutes away by car, and West Campus Transportation Center bus station just a few steps from this property.

All allergy-friendly rooms at the smoke-free hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making machines for self-catering. The private bathrooms come with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as comforts including a hair dryer and bath sheets.

The Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights has an American restaurant, serving a range of American dishes. At the onsite outdoor bar guests will find a host of evening cocktails on the menu. You may walk 5 minutes to Stella or eat by Culver's, located 1.2 miles away.

  • Check-in
    from 15:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Our tips

Should you book Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Perfect if you
  • Need free, on-site private parking - it is included and available directly at the hotel.
  • Plan to dine at the hotel - The Bistro serves American cuisine for breakfast and dinner.
  • Want an indoor pool - the hotel has a heated indoor swimming pool open year-round.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect a late check-in - the front desk operates 24 hours, so arrival time is flexible.
Best for
  • The Bistro, serving American cuisine for breakfast and dinner in a family-friendly setting

Facilities of Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course
  • Shallow end
Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights Guest Services
  • Free shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Happy hour
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Cots
  • Children's menu
  • Carpeted floor

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Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights applies these conditions to all bookings.
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Check-out
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