The Highlander Hotel

2525 Highlander Place, Iowa City, IA 52245 US near Exit 246 on I-80 (~0.2mi)

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4.0 Star Property Near Iowa Avenue Literary Walk

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4.0/5

Based on 220 guest reviews

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Free RV, bus, truck parking
Vegetarian breakfast available
Swimming pool
Free WiFi
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of indoor pools - 1
Fitness facilities
Stair-free path to entrance
Free newspapers in lobby

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04/27/2024 - 04/28/2024

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Verified Reviews of The Highlander Hotel

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:

"Even a quick stop for the night was great."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

We left Omaha later than originally planned and split up our trip home to Chicago in half. It was a Friday night, so there was a band in the bar, which has lots of games as well and the pool was happening. I thought it was great and we're planning on coming back in the warm season to stay longer.

David M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

01-Jan-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 29 to Sat Dec 30 2023 at a $169.00 average nightly rate.

"Clean and quiet."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

The hotel was comfortable, clean and the staff were very helpful. Great refurbished hotel. Lots of room.

Lainnie C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

28-Jun-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 26 to Tue Jun 27 2023 at a $206.99 average nightly rate.

"Fabulous Stay at Very Unique Hotel!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

This is a very unique hotel. It has a resort feel to it. Great outdoor spaces to hang out and visit. Live music and a fun arcade area with pinball and old school video games. Very nice pool. Rooms where clean and nice. Totally enjoyed our stay. Will stay there again when in Iowa City.

Timothy M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

11-May-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 06 to Sun May 07 2023 at a $144.99 average nightly rate.

"Near Hospital"

Overall Score3.0/ 5

My wife and I were staying after a hospital medical procedure. The staff was very helpful.

Joel K. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

15-Jan-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jan 11 to Thu Jan 12 2023 at a $196.99 average nightly rate.

"Friendly staff & quiet, comfortable, clean rooms."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

New management is doing well and bringing quality service. Friendly staff and quiet, comfortable, clean rooms.

Mike D. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

07-Nov-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Nov 06 to Mon Nov 07 2022 at a $159.00 average nightly rate.

"Great Staff"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Everyone was very helpful making sure our stay went smoothly. We will be back.

Phyllis G. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

20-Oct-2022 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 13 to Mon Oct 17 2022 at a $179.00 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Iowa City, The Highlander Hotel is in the business district, within a 10-minute drive of Mercy Hospital and Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse. This upscale hotel is 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Iowa City Public Library and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from The Englert Theater.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Stay in one of 97 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

University of Iowa - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Mercy Hospital - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Iowa Avenue Literary Walk - 5 km / 3.1 mi
University of Iowa Health Care - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History - 5.4 km / 3.3 mi
Iowa City Public Library - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Iowa Old Capitol Building - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Old Capitol Museum - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
The Englert Theater - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 7 km / 4.4 mi
Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse - 7 km / 4.4 mi
Johnson County Historical Society - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Kinnick Stadium - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi
Coralville VA Care Clinic - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi
Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi

The preferred airport for The Highlander Hotel is Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 38 km / 23.6 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Iowa City? This hotel has 5651 square feet (525 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 3 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Green Sustainability

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

Amenities / Features

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Comprehensive recycling policy
Proposal/romance packages available
Free RV, bus, truck parking
Vegetarian breakfast available
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
No single-use plastic straws
No single-use plastic soda bottles
Coworking spaces
Number of meeting rooms - 3
No single-use plastic stirrers
Conference space size (meters) - 525
Reusable cups only
Shared microwave
Swimming pool
Reusable tableware only
Biodegradable/compostable straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of poolside bars - 1
Number of spa tubs - 1
Braille or raised signage
Number of indoor pools - 1
Wheelchair accessible parking
Tours/ticket assistance
Free continental breakfast
Comprehensive food waste policy
Energy-saving switches
Eco-friendly toiletries
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Recycling
LED light bulbs
Vegan menu options available
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Vegetarian menu options available
Free breakfast
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Multilingual staff
Water dispenser
Conference center
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Daily
Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
Coffee/tea in common areas

Year Built - 1967
Number of buildings/towers - 1
Total number of rooms - 97
Number of floors - 2

Professional property host/manager
LGBTQ friendly
No rollaway/extra beds available
No elevators

Fitness facilities
Double-glazing on all windows
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
Stereo
Games
Organic food
Books
Showcase for local artists
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Ballroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Music library
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Reception hall
Table tennis
Dog exercise area
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Well-lit path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Change of towels (on request)
Stair-free path to entrance
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
24-hour fitness facilities
Water-efficient showers only
Children's games
Luggage storage
24-hour front desk
Number of restaurants - 1
Housekeeping on request
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Free self parking
Conference space
Terrace
Pool sun loungers
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
ATM/banking
Conference space size (feet) - 5651
24-hour business center
Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

Eastern Iowa Airport in Cedar Rapids. 26 miles. Taxi fare approx 35.00

Local Shuttle Info: Shuttle available upon request

Breakfast Information

Breakfast is complimentary for each over night guest. We have an extended buffet including, sausage links, eggs, waffle bar, biscuits and gravy, yogurt, fresh fruit and cereal.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Animals are allowed, $20 fee per animal per night.

Internet / WiFI

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Misc Fees / Policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

1.5 percent tourism fee will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).