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Element Iowa City

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from University of Iowa

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Property amenity
Free daily continental breakfast
Meeting facility
Lobby lounge
Restaurant

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Kinnick Stadium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Studio, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-in Shwr)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Iowa City

Element Iowa City puts you in the heart of Iowa City, steps from University of Iowa and within a 15-minute stroll of University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, free continental breakfast and in-room kitchenettes. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and free newspapers in the lobby. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a front desk safe and a water dispenser. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 3-property class Iowa City hotel, you'll find Kinnick Stadium.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Englert Theater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brothers Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pints - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Encounter Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Element Iowa City

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from University of Iowa
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Element Iowa City also features an indoor pool, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Iowa City hotel is smoke free.

  • 90 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Element Iowa City offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

This Iowa City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (USD 15 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Low-height desk
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-width doorways
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 45 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: USD 15 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Element Iowa City Hotel
Element Iowa City Iowa City
Element Iowa City Hotel Iowa City
Element Iowa City a Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Element Iowa City?

Element Iowa City offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Element Iowa City?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Element Iowa City on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$214.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Element Iowa City?

Yep, Element Iowa City has a self car park for USD 15 per day.

Does Element Iowa City have a pool?

Element Iowa City has an indoor pool.

Does Element Iowa City serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Element Iowa City?

No, Element Iowa City does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Element Iowa City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Element Iowa City Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 375 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 375 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 375 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 375 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 375 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and great amenities, including a very reasonable breakfast included. The rooms are up to date and simple but so comfortable. Close to campus and downtown. This is my go to stay in Iowa City now.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scooter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery, Elgin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlota

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Knowing we'll be staying for a while, Ms Paige Klein had reached out to us to ask what they could do to make our stay comfortable. They accommodated our request. Housekeeping - I noticed that when housekeeping made our beds, the pillows and sheets that were going to be re-used were never put on the floor before it's returned to the bed. I've seen other hotel housekeeping do that (put sheets on the floor). Element's housekeeping is very hygienic. Kudos to them. Breakfast and front desk staff are very friendly. They even followed up on some issues we reported. Maintenance response to issues reported was very prompt.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

marni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel was pretty and in a nice location, but the front desk was unmanned plenty of times to where anyone off the street could take the merchandise for sale. Also our room was unoccupied while me and my family went for a walk and when we got back to the room my wallet was gone through and took $60 to $80. I called the manager who said she would check the records but never called me back. The guy at the front desk was asleep when I walked up to purchase some goodies. He was also on my floor walking around leaving the front desk unattended and the manager said he shouldn’t be. Do not trust some of the staff there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arissa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth-Ann

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great size room!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The proximity of the University as well as the cleanliness of the hotel makes this my new favorite for staying in Iowa City!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara, Chicago

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
When we checked in there were dirty Qtips on the floor next to the garbage can and the floor was not cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Tyngsboro

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, convenient hotel to the University of Iowa campus. Made walking to campus simple. The only confusing aspect was the parking, but definitely not as bad as some downtown hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful at checking in and out. The room was nice and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viviane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025