The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel | Hotel in Iowa City

| 8.8 (1002 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Iowa City Hotel | The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in Iowa City

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and 3 bars/lounges. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a poolside bar, and a conference center are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers 97 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads.

This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.


An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Phone
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Individually decorated
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Desk
Breakfast
  • 3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • 1 restaurant
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Accessibility
  • Lever door handles
  • Handrails in stairways
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
  • Casino
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
Entertainment
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels
General
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms - 3
  • Conference center (5651 square feet of space)
  • Ballroom
  • Reception hall
  • ATM/banking services
  • Water dispenser
  • Spanish
  • English
  • Reusable cups only
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Games
  • Shared microwave
  • Vegan dining options
  • Books
  • Music library
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • Reusable tableware only
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Smoke-free property
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • TV in lobby
  • Water dispenser
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • Romance packages available
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
Guest Services
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Children's games
  • Children's books
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Concierge services
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Nature reserve

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime contactless check-in available early check-in is available for a fee early check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available express check-out available late check-out subject to availability
Child Policy
Children are welcome. kids stay free! up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. rollaway/extra beds are not available. free cribs (infant beds)!
Payment Policy
Pet fee: usd 30 per pet, per night service animals are exempt from fees early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
An off-leash area is available pets allowed for an extra charge of usd 30 per pet, per night service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs and cats only

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed the name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation this property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Reviews

Regan
May 11, 2026 08:51:38 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Yes it was great and the poolside room option was the best for us
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
3 King Bed and Queen Beds
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

General

Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

General

Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Fixed shower seat, Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, Hand-held showerhead, Grab bar - near toilet, Roll-in shower, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

General

Pet-friendly room, Furnished patio, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

General

Dining table, Wardrobe or closet, Separate sitting area, Pets not allowed, Location - top floor, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Separate dining area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

General

Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

General

Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
5 King Bed, Queen Beds and Double Sofa Beds
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Bed count minimum 5, Bed count maximum 5
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)
Room Size: m2
3 King Bed and Queen Beds
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

General

Fireplace, Sofa bed, Pets not allowed, Bed count maximum 3, Extra bed count 1, Bed count minimum 3
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

General

Pets not allowed, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

General

Pet-friendly room, Furnished patio, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Low-height counters/sink, Fixed shower seat, Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, Hand-held showerhead, Grab bar - near toilet, Wheelchair accessible, Roll-in shower, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Lowered peephole/view port in door, Bed count maximum 2
Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Patio, Courtyard View)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Patio, Courtyard View)

General

Pet-friendly room, Furnished patio, Low-height counters/sink, Fixed shower seat, Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, Hand-held showerhead, Grab bar - near toilet, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Roll-in shower, Bed count maximum 1
Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Low-height counters/sink, Fixed shower seat, Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, Hand-held showerhead, Grab bar - near toilet, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Roll-in shower, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Lowered peephole/view port in door
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

General

Pet-friendly room, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2

FAQ's

Is this Iowa City hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Iowa City hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Iowa City hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Iowa City hotel?

Best-rates for the Iowa City hotel starts from $169 per night with includes Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, Restaurant, Hot Tub, Air Conditioner, Parking, Guest Services, Entertainment, TV, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Laundry, Security/Safety, Bar, Child Friendly, Internet, Pool, Balcony/Terrace with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Iowa City hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Iowa City hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Iowa City hotel has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Iowa City hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Iowa City hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Iowa City hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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