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About the Hotel

901 Melrose Avenue, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52246
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Steps from Project Art
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The 3-star smoke-free Courtyard By Marriott Iowa City University Heights hotel, located approximately 25 minutes on foot from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, offers a heated swimming pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. This Iowa City hotel lies in a business area and features an American-style restaurant.

Location

You'll need 33-minute drive to The Eastern Iowa airport. Guests can visit the Project Art, which is only 500 metres away, and University of Iowa which is in the vicinity of the Courtyard Iowa City.

There is the Happy Hollow Park|Happy Hollow Park 2.5 km away, while West Campus Transportation Center bus station is merely a 5-minute stroll from the hotel.

Rooms

The rooms at the accommodation are allergy-friendly and fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Along with a separate toilet and a shower, the private bathrooms also include hairdryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant offers American dishes using the finest ingredients. The onsite bar offers evening cocktails to please all tastes.

Leisure & Business

The Courtyard goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. There is a fitness area at this Iowa City hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the historic Old Capitol Museum for a glimpse into Iowa's past.
  • Savor the sweet Corn Pizza at Masala Indian Cuisine on a rainy day.
  • Stroll through the picturesque Hickory Hill Park for a nature escape.
  • Explore the Iowa River Landing for unique shops and local crafts.
  • Check out the Cedar Rapids Farmers Market for fresh, local delights.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room Two Queen Beds Hearing Accessible
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
King Room Sofa Bed Roll Shower Mobility Accessible
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
King Guest Room Sofa Bed
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Double Queen Room
2 persons
360 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Shallow end

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

901 Melrose Avenue, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52246
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901 Melrose Avenue, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52246
Nearby
200 Hawkins Dr
Project Art
1700 ft
Restaurants
Maggie's Farm
2600 ft
1308 Melrose Ave One University Place in University Heights
Culver's
1.2 mi
710 Highway 1 W
Timmy Flynn's Red Pepper Deli & Grill
4700 ft
517 S Riverside Dr
Getting around
City Centre
Iowa City24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)53 min  ·  21.9 mi
Quad City International Airport (MLI)161 min  ·  66.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of US$15 per person per day. 
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
102
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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