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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
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, desk, laptop workspace
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
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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
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • 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 cots/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Room options

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

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

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
901 MELROSE AVENUE, Iowa City, IA, 52246

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 4 min walk
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 5 min walk
  • Kinnick Stadium - 7 min walk
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 17 min walk
  • Mercy Hospital - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bruegger's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Java House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

When you stay at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of University of Iowa and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. 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 centre and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

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: 3:00 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 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 on-site 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

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike 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 centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Banquet hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 108
  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 94
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Hand-held shower heads
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Lowered plug sockets in bathroom
  • Lowered view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Lowered worktop and sink height (centimetres): 84
  • Low-height desk
  • Low desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Low-height bed
  • Low bed height (centimetres): 18
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (centimetres): 90
  • Grab bar in bath
  • Bath grab bar (centimetres): 97
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (centimetres): 90
  • Lever door handles
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchair-accessible doorway width (centimetres): 81
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • 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 duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Hydromassage shower head
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (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 specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 1.5000 per cent destination fee will be charged
  • 1.5 per cent tourism fee will be charged

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 10.0 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. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, 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.
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 that you 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: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.

Is there an on-site 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 such as cycling, hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation nearby includes hunting. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre.

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.

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is so close to the U of I hospital thdt it is very handy. The only down fall is the bed is low to the ground.
3-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

4/10 Fair

Need new bed
Everything was really good except the bed was worn out and needs replaced.
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here a few times driving through, always feels clean & safe to park
Morgan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
yizhen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for UI hospital
Wanda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, super clean and the staff was very nice.
Ashley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

clean, spacious. Also close to the hospital. perfect place to stay if coming into town for interview at the hospital.
Heeyah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We have stayed at the Marriott a number of times and have never been disappointed. Always friendly and helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms. This is our favorite stopping spot in Iowa City.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel Stay
Just an amazing stay. Room was nice, clean, staff was kind, food and service excellent
Ted, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless Room
My room was very clean! I so appreciated that. I’ve stayed in many hotels and this one was probably the cleanest I have ever been. The bed was so comfy too.
Debra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like everything about the hotel, i didnt need to leave after a long drive or long day i can order food from the restaurant.
Ruben, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to Iowa University
Tamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Near my family (visiting)
Shirley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property is very clean inside & outside. It is located mere minutes from U of I Hospital where we have a yearly checkup. The on-site Bistro restaurant is perfect: courteous staff, delicious food, affordable prices, convenient hours.
Bert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice would recommend
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic!
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Issa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

T
Patricia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so nice- super close for walking- parking was easy- room was great- bistro had great food and drinks-
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice clean property. Have stayed here before and have been very happy.
Kristen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Felt safe and comfortable.
Cherylyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Clean and quiet. Bartender was outstanding.
Bobie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and great location
Casey Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stop
Comfortable beds for tired travelers. Clean.
Erika, 1-night trip