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The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel in Iowa City with 3 bars/lounges and indoor pool

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Nestled near the University of Iowa, The Highlander Hotel offers a refreshing retreat with its indoor pool and sun loungers. Unwind at the spa tub or grab a bite to eat at The Highlander Supper Club, where brunch and happy hour are just as popular as breakfast.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and 3 bars/lounges
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
The current price is CNY1,032
CNY1,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28

Why we love this property

Pool perfection
The pool area at this hotel beckons with an indoor pool, hot tub, and comfortable loungers. A poolside bar completes the aquatic retreat.
Tasty bites and bubbles
This hotel offers a restaurant, cafe, and 2 bars. Free continental breakfast with vegetarian options awaits. In-room champagne service adds a special touch.
Pillowtop paradise
Rainfall showers refresh while hypo-allergenic bedding embraces weary bodies. Curated decor and champagne service elevate this hotel experience.

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

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  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Patio, Courtyard View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2525 Highlander Place, Iowa City, IA, 52245

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mercy Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • The Englert Theater - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Angel Restaurant And Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cracken’s - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of Iowa and Mercy Hospital. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Lucy's, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 3 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 97 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Off-leash area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu
  • Children's games
  • Children's books

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Table tennis

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (5651 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1967
  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Music library
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Lucy's - This family restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Lounge - This bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Snack Shack - This poolside bar serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Clarion Highlander
Clarion Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Hotel Highlander
Clarion Hotel Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel And Conference Center Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel Iowa City
The Bohemian
The Highlander Hotel
Clarion Hotel Highlander Conference Center
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Iowa City
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Does The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel and nearby?

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel has 3 bars, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, Lucy's offers pool views and poolside dining.

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Reviews

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool area was large, clean, and enjoyable with many fun activities for guests. (87 reviews)
  • The pool and hot tub were consistently clean, enjoyable, and well-maintained. (13 reviews)
  • The hot tub was consistently clean, comfortable, and a highlight of the stay. (28 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

We always en the pool and hot tub area. We love the decor.
Darron, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel! Very unique compared to today’s standards. Not a chain type hotel. Beautiful and perfect for our staycation!
Courtney, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pool was great. Hot tub also great. Staff friendly,
Matt, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Friendly staff yet unknowledgable about breakfast or live music that was advertised. Requested room cleaning prior to arrival. Never happened.
Carrie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I recommend staying here everyone was so friendly. We had 3 children aged 4,8 and 10, and they asked when we could stay again. I appreciated the wood floors in the room and not carpet. Very clean.
Cynthia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, not ideal for business traveling. Not a very good desk area. Would go back for a personal trip. Staff was great. Overall nice hotel. Great outdoor area as welk, would be great on a spring or fall evening
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The suites were large nice having connected rooms staff was friendly it’s a bit dated but clean pool area is awesome
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Jay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Lilia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love this hotel. All the good vibes! Great Thanksgiving stay with the family! Pool is huge, rooms are clean and their staff is amazing! The buffet at Lucy’s was delicious!
Vonnie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay as always
Kyle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff go above and beyond. We had a very special birthday to celebrate and the kids had a blast! The pol area is fantastic, and WARM, fun arcade, great room service too.
Steph, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Galo, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay very friendly staff great pool area.
Katie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great vibes
Nancy, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pleasantly better than expected.
Virgilio, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

does not look newly renovated, breakfast is terrible. shower is very old timey and falling apart. i think they spent there whole budget on the pool bc its very nice! def does not look like a hotel when you arrive.
Jamee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay.

Great stay, pool, food, arcade, and service best I’ve had.
Jason, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff. Very large facility quite the interesting retro decor
Brent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Terrific staff! Drew and the crew at the front desk did everything they possibly could to help my large, multigenerational family enjoy their stay.
Jon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very awesome hotel! Clean, friendly, groovy remodel, loved the comfy beds and pillows. The pool is beautiful. Great bar in the evening and breakfast in the morning! Will stay again on our return trip.
Annette, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean rooms and friendly staff!
Sara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great experience with family of four and two little kids!
Zachary, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, good free breakfast. Pool and hot tub are clean and enjoyable. Fun bar with the arcade. We liked the courtyard area and the fire pit out front. We will stay again!
Julie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

What a cool update this place has had! Very glam and funky at the same time! Records to play, games and puzzles, a piano, lots of cool hang out nooks. Fabulous pool area, super fun arcade, cozy dining areas.
Teresa, 3-night trip