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About the Hotel

314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52240
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Steps from the Pedestrian Mall
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8.9
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The 3-star smoke-free Element Iowa City hotel is just 650 metres from the University of Iowa Special Collections & University Archives and has an indoor swimming pool plus a gym facility. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Iowa City, including University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, which is only 0.7 km away.

Location

This Iowa City hotel has a convenient setting approximately a 5-minute drive from the riverfront City Park. The multi - purpose indoor Carver-Hawkeye Arena is 2.1 km from the Element Iowa City, and The Eastern Iowa airport is 40 km away.

There is Voxman Music Building bus stop right near the accommodation.

Rooms

The hotel welcomes guests to 81 rooms fitted with an air conditioner as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature tea/coffee making equipment.

Eat & Drink

The nearby dining opportunities include Baroncini Ristorante Italiano, which is within 5 minutes' walk of the Element.

Leisure & Business

The property goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. Also, at this hotel, guests can take advantage of a golf course provided onsite. Element Iowa City hotel includes a business centre equipped with a photocopier and a work desk.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the historic Old Capitol building for stunning architecture.
  • Explore the Iowa Avenue Literary Walk to see unique author plaques.
  • Stop by Hamburg Inn No. 2 for their famous pie shakes and breakfast.
  • Check out the University of Iowa Museum of Art for local creativity.
  • Stroll through the Iowa City Farmers Market for fresh local produce.
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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
1 Bedroom Suite 1 King Sofa bed
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Studio 1 King Sofa bed
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Studio 2 Queen Sofa bed
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Guest Room 1 King
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Cycling
  • Bowling
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Fishing

Services

  • Laundry
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar

Business

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

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52240
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314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52240
Nearby
Iowa Avenue from Clinton Street to Gilbert Street
Iowa Avenue Literary Walk
2000 ft
Iowa City
Mormon Handcart Site
2000 ft
Square
Pedestrian Mall
2000 ft
610 E Jefferson St
St. Mary's Rectory
2000 ft
28 S Linn St
Old Post Office
1700 ft
201 S Clinton St #135
Glassando
1200 ft
Store
Om Gifts For Body & Soul
1400 ft
Hospital
University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art
1700 ft
Square
Chauncey Swan Park
1900 ft
Restaurants
Starbucks
300 ft
228 S Clinton St
Estela's Fresh Mex
400 ft
184 E Burlington St
Fair Grounds Coffeehouse
500 ft
345 S Dubuque St
Chipotle Mexican Grill
800 ft
201 S Clinton St Ste 112
China Star
600 ft
201 S Clinton St Ste 118
Yotopia Frozen Yogurt
700 ft
132 S Clinton St
Aspen Leaf Yogurt Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Iowa City
1000 ft
125 S Dubuque St
Pancheros Mexican Grill
1100 ft
32 S Clinton St
Getting around
City Centre
Iowa City6 min  ·  1700 ft
Airports
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)60 min  ·  24.5 mi
Quad City International Airport (MLI)158 min  ·  65.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at USD 15 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served and charges are applicable. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of floors:
7
Number of rooms:
81
Check-in
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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