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Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

3.0 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near University of Iowa

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Lobby
Property amenity
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace
Located near Kinnick Stadium, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights is a perfect haven for those looking to unwind. Relax in the garden or get energized at The Bistro restaurant. With an indoor pool, gym, and helpful staff always ready to assist you.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
$131 nightly
The total price is $147
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

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901 MELROSE AVENUE, Iowa City, IA, 52246

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Englert Theater - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Java House -- GH - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Java House - Carver Pavilion - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪fuji sushi and steak - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of University of Iowa and Kinnick Stadium. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Bistro, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 140 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (12270 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 43
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 37
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Lowered counter and sink height (inches): 33
  • Low-height desk
  • Low desk height (inches): 30
  • Low-height bed
  • Low bed height (inches): 7
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 35
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Bathtub grab bar height (inches): 38
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (inches): 35
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 32
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps) and free wired internet
  • Free local calls
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

The Bistro - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5.00 to 20.00 for adults, and USD 5.00 to 20.00 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

Courtyard Iowa City
Courtyard by Marriott University Heights/Iowa City
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Does Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Riverside Casino and Golf Resort (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?

Yes, The Bistro offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights like?

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights is a short 4-minute walk from University of Iowa and 5 minutes' walk from University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

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Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant and bar offered convenient and enjoyable dining experiences with friendly and knowledgeable staff. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Service staff
Location
Bed
Food
Hospital
Lobby
Breakfast
Universities
Restaurant

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay. I always look forward to this hotel it is incredibly clean and has a wonderful restaurant and bar.
Jordan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is one of my favorite hotels ever!!!!!! Lovely! Clean and new
Miranda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely clean room. Burger was good. Nice bar selection and offers room service. Parking was notably well lit. All interactions with staff were 5 stars.
Bob, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property seemed very safe. The staff were friendly. Everything was very clean. Only complaints was the air freshener in the lobby was very strong.
Bradley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room service!!
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient to campus. Very clean and the bar was great.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was excellent - will stay here again!
Ross, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great property. Very clean room & wonderful staff. Food was great too. We will be back!
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and accomodations.
Constance, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Visited
Lili, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First time staying here, excellent
rosario, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved having a resturant onsite!
Cindy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property, pleasant and efficient check in, comfortable beds, Near Iowa Hospitals and Iowa sports facilities Kinnick Football Stadium. A bit of a walk to get downtown IC but easy uber or drive. clean property. Restaurant/Bar on site.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were surprised at how good the food was!
Valerie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice Bistro. Walkin shower. Nice brd and pillows
Kim D, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Pleasant and front desk Staff eager to assist with any issues
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and close to the hospital
Kassi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
yizhen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice property

Stay here often. Great location. Easy parking. Friendly staff. Clean and quiet.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great time.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Will be back again.

Staff and facilities are great. Beds are no longer comfortable. Very sore after sleeping amd has to turn often. Same in both rooms we had. Shower floors are slippery and grab bars are at entrance but could be needed hear shower head for safety. Perfect location. Shuttle and discounts for hospital families much appreciated.
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our “go to” hotel in Iowa City.
Thomas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Last minute stay

Very nice stay. Room was clean and welcoming employees were all very nice.
Ron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property was well maintained and clean.
Mike, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Facility was nice, front desk was very helpful and fast.
Hannah, 1-night trip