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The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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(319) 302-9028
Strikethrough Rate:$159Discounted rate:$143USDPer Night
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Experience a one-of-a-kind urban resort hotel in Iowa City, IA

With a 50-year history that begins as a legendary supper club and luxury hotel to the stars, The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection™ Hotel is now one of Iowa’s most coveted chic boutique hotels. At one point, the likes of Mickey Mantle, Joan Baez and Arnold Palmer graced the halls of our renovated hotel. Today, we are once again making history as one of the most sought after Iowa City hotel destinations offering top-notch entertainment, a delicious complimentary breakfast, and dining, event and hotel services.

Highlights

  • Weekly Rates*
  • Government Travelers: FEMA Approved
  • Pet Friendly*
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness Center
  • Check in / out3:00 PM / 11:00 AM

*May require an additional cost

Available Guest Rooms

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1 King Bed, Standard Room

Occupancy
Max occupancy 2
28 square meters

Not-so-standard Classic King Room - Boutique Chic - Large room with sitting area, wall to wall windows, multi-purpose counter height workstation and table, tile bath. Perfect for business, solo travelers, or couples. Luxury Linens, 55 inch flatscreen TV.

  • Sitting Area
  • Shower/Tub Combination
  • Free Continental Breakfast
  • Standard Room
  • Free WiFi
  • Upgraded Linens
Strikethrough Rate:$159Discounted rate:$143USDPer Night
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1 King Bed, Accessible, Courtyard Walkout with Patio

Occupancy
Max occupancy 2
28 square metersCourtyard ViewAccessible

Accessible King Courtyard Room - Groovy vibes here with king bed, living area and a slider door that leads out to your own personal patio with seating on the courtyard. Tile roll-in shower, interesting art, wood floors and luxury linens. First floor.

  • Mobility and Hearing Accessible
  • Roll-In Shower
  • TV with Closed Captioning
  • Lever Door Handles
  • 1st Floor
  • Patio
1 Room Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$159Discounted rate:$143USDPer Night
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2 Queen Beds, Standard

Occupancy
Max occupancy 4
28 square meters

Nothing Standard about this Room - Boho Mojo - wall-to-wall windows for tons of natural light. Luxury sheets, towels and bath products. Perfect for two adults traveling together but need/want their own bed or families with kids.

  • Sitting Area
  • Shower/Tub Combination
  • Free Continental Breakfast
  • Standard Room
  • Free WiFi
  • Upgraded Linens
Strikethrough Rate:$179Discounted rate:$161USDPer Night
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1 King Bed, Courtyard Walkout with Patio

Occupancy
Max occupancy 2
28 square metersCourtyard View

King Courtyard Patio - This Room Rocks - Large room with one king bed and sitting area. Walk out to the courtyard and your own personal patio and seating area. Natural light, hardwood floors, interesting art, tile bath and luxury linens. First Floor.

  • Sitting Area
  • Shower/Tub Combination
  • 1st Floor
  • Patio
  • Free Continental Breakfast
  • Free WiFi
Strikethrough Rate:$179Discounted rate:$161USDPer Night
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1 King Bed, Poolside Walkout with Gathering Table

Occupancy
Max occupancy 2
28 square meters

King Poolside Walkout - Walk right out of your guest room to the pool and your own personal gathering table for card games, cocktails or dinner. Our most popular king room with hardwood floors, tile bath, luxury linens, workstation and large sitting area.

  • Sitting Area
  • Shower/Tub Combination
  • 1st Floor
  • Poolside Room
  • Table and Chairs
  • Free Continental Breakfast
2 Rooms Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$179Discounted rate:$161USDPer Night
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2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Classic

Occupancy
Max occupancy 4
28 square metersAccessible

Accessible Double Queen - Let the Good Times Roll on hardwood floors, luxury linens, roll-in tile shower, wall-to-wall windows, easy parking access, plenty of room for families traveling together or two companion adults needing their own bed. First floor.

  • Mobility and Hearing Accessible
  • Roll-In Shower
  • TV with Closed Captioning
  • Lever Door Handles
  • 1st Floor
  • Free Continental Breakfast
1 Room Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$179Discounted rate:$161USDPer Night
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2 Queen Beds, Poolside Walkout with Gathering Table

Occupancy
Max occupancy 4
28 square meters

Poolside Double Queen - Get the Gang Together - Our most popular room for families. Walk right out to the pool and your own personal table for games, dining or drinks. Wood floors, blackout drapes, oversized TV, tile bath, fun for all. First floor.

  • Shower/Tub Combination
  • 1st Floor
  • Poolside Room
  • Table and Chairs
  • Free Continental Breakfast
  • Free WiFi
Strikethrough Rate:$206Discounted rate:$185USDPer Night
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2 Queen Beds, Courtyard Walkout with Patio

Occupancy
Max occupancy 4
28 square metersCourtyard View

Double Queen Courtyard - Park Your Bus and Stay with Us. Two queen beds plus a slider door that walks out to your own personal patio on the courtyard. Wood floors, tile shower with brass fixtures, interesting art, kitchen height table. First Floor.

  • Sitting Area
  • Shower/Tub Combination
  • 1st Floor
  • Patio
  • Free Continental Breakfast
  • Free WiFi
2 Rooms Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$206Discounted rate:$185USDPer Night
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2 Bedroom Suite, 1 King + 2 Queens, Classic

Occupancy
Max occupancy 6
28 square meters

2-Room Suite w/ Sitting Area. King room adjoins double queen room with privacy door. Both rooms have own full bath and counter-height desk. Luxury linens and organic bath products. Great for groups, sleeps up to 6.

  • 2 Bedroom Suite
1 Room Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$297Discounted rate:$267USDPer Night
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2 Bedroom Suite, 1 King + 2 Queens, Indoor Balcony with Pool View

Occupancy
Max occupancy 6
Pool View

2-Room Suite w/ Living Room and Kitchenette. King room adjoins double queen room w/ privacy door, each room w/ own full bath. Large sitting area, full fridge, serving counter and sink. Balcony pub table and stools. Sleeps 6. No elevator access. 2nd floor.

  • 2 Bedroom Suite
  • Balcony
2 Rooms Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$359Discounted rate:$323USDPer Night
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1 King Bed, Penthouse Suite

Occupancy
Max occupancy 2
84 square meters

Over-the-top luxury with a full chefs kitchen, living area with giant plasma television, separate king bedroom and one of the most incredible hotel bathrooms in the state of Iowa.

  • 1 Bedroom Suite
  • Living Room
  • Penthouse
  • Balcony
  • Soaking Tub
  • Oversize Walk-in Shower
1 Room Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$543Discounted rate:$489USDPer Night
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2 Bedroom Suite, 1 King + 2 Queens, Poolside Walkout with Gathering Table

Occupancy
Max occupancy 8
56 square meters

2-Room Poolside Suite w/ Living Room and Kitchenette. Our Most Popular. King Pad with living area connected to a 2-queen room with their own baths. Your own poolside and lanai space with gathering tables. Kitchen with sink and fridge. Sofa bed. Sleeps 8.

  • 2 Bedroom Suite
  • Poolside Room
  • 2-Person Sofabed
1 Room Left At This Rate
Strikethrough Rate:$543Discounted rate:$489USDPer Night
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Featured Amenities(64)

  • Weekly Rates*
  • Government Travelers: FEMA Approved
  • Pet Friendly*
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness Center
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Sunday Brunch*

*May require an additional cost

Essential details

  • Check-In3:00 PM
  • Check-Out11:00 AM
  • No Smoking100% Smoke Free Hotel
  • Phone Number(319) 302-9028
  • ChildrenAnyone aged 18 and under, at time of booking, stay for free
  • Fax (319) 405-0025
  • Office Hours
    24/7
  • Pets
    Pets Allowed: Yes
    General: Pets Allowed. Pet Charge 30 USD Per Pet,Per Stay.. Service animals are permitted, without charge.

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Pets Allowed. Pet Charge 30 USD Per Pet,Per Stay.
Service animals are permitted, without charge.

On-site dining

The Highlander Supper Club

Join us for Supper Club vibes at our swanky lobby bar serving appetizers and signature cocktails close to our outdoor patio and fire pit. Our two dining rooms offer different experiences with the same level of high quality service. One dining area is ideal for adults looking to create a romantic evening or colleagues on a serious business meeting. The second dining area is more lively and casual, featuring our historic 1967 sunken bar and a vintage arcade. Our menu features steaks, seafood, salads and pasta together with higho-end beverages.

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Iowa City meeting rooms

Book up to 7,625 square feet of meeting venue and event space in Iowa at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, located off Interstate 80, just 15 minutes from downtown Iowa City. Our unique destination is an ideal location for your next important business meeting or social event, offering a professionally equipped ballroom, reception area, two meetings rooms and premium access to our supper club.

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