Kinnick Stadium and University of Iowa are located near Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights, which provides a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
Located in Iowa City, Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights is in the business district. Iowa Old Capitol Building and The Englert Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding, hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. Visit our Iowa City travel guide
901 MELROSE AVENUE, Iowa City, IA, 52246
What's nearby
University of Iowa
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kinnick Stadium
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
16 min walk - 1.4 km
The Englert Theater
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Iowa City Public Library
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
27 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min drive
CRWC Power Cafe
19 min walk
Culver's
4 min drive
Dairy Queen
17 min walk
Stella
3 min walk
About this property
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
Hotel near University of Iowa
Kinnick Stadium is located near Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights, which provides a firepit, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An indoor pool
Free self-parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a lift
Local meal delivery service, a vending machine and outdoor furniture
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 140 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Free infant beds and travel cots
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
55-inch LED TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
Does Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?
As of 7 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights on 22 Nov, 2026 start from S$203, 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 Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights located?
Located in University Heights, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Iowa and Kinnick Stadium. University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics and Carver-Hawkeye Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Wonderful & convenient place to stay while having to visit the hospital. The restaurant in this hotel is AMAZING!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Carin
7 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent stay and staff from check-in, restaurant, bar and cleaning were wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay
Dawn
6 Aug, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We usually love this hotel, but this is the first time we felt like the prices were high for the quality of the room. Something was going on with our bathroom floor being uneven, where we couldn’t even close the door without physically lifting the door up.
The hotel is showing signs of aging, but the prices are not reflecting that.
The staff is great though!
Nice rooms, clean and comfortable. Staff was nice. Food was really good. Gym and pool areas were really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
ling
31 Jul, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, parking was easy, and the staff was friendly and welcoming.
The only issue I encountered was with the sink faucet. The faucet is not well matched to the size of the sink. The water stream is very narrow, and part of the water splashes onto the countertop instead of flowing directly into the sink. It would be great if this could be improved.
Very impressed with the property, exceptionally clean and room has some nice extras.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Chad
2 Jan, 2026
Staff was nice and helpful.Everything was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Matthew
26 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stay was good but as I mentioned to the front desk the coffee maker was not cleaned out and the spare pillow in the closet smelled of pizza. Other than that we always enjoy our stay at this location.