The Brown Street Inn

3.5 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Iowa City with free breakfast

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Room (Green)
Exterior
Library
Interior entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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430 Brown Street, Iowa City, IA, 52245
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kinnick Stadium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Room (Yellow)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (White)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Blue)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (Green)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Iowa City

At The Brown Street Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of University of Iowa and Mercy Hospital. Highlights at this B&B include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Additionally, you'll find a microwave in a common area, a terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Mann B&B include University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics and Kinnick Stadium.

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mercy Hospital - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kinnick Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kindred Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pop's "Old N' New" Bar-B-Que - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Black Angel Restaurant And Bar - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Brown Street Inn

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Iowa City with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Brown Street Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Iowa City bed & breakfast.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1913
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Brown Street Inn offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and a hairdryer. Televisions come with cable channels.

This Iowa City bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1913
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Brown Street Inn?

Yep, The Brown Street Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Street Inn?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Street Inn on 1 Oct 2025 start from NZ$251.22, 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 The Brown Street Inn family-friendly?

No, The Brown Street Inn is an adults-only property.

Does The Brown Street Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Brown Street Inn?

No, The Brown Street Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Brown Street Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Brown Street Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.