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The Black Hawk Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, steps from Cedar Falls Community Main Street

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Located close to Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, The Black Hawk Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and shopping on site. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a manicure/pedicure at Kate & Co, the onsite spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and a library.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NT$4,633
NT$5,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3

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King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic) | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Queen Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic) | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Double Queen, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Suite | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
115 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613

What's nearby

  • Cedar Falls Community Main Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cedar Falls Community Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ice House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Big Woods Lake Recreation Area - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Northern Iowa - 3 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Urban Pie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sarah's Espresso Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Black Hawk Hotel

Hotel near University of Northern Iowa
Located close to Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Big Woods Lake Recreation Area, The Black Hawk Hotel provides free to-go breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and shopping on site. Indulge in a facial, a massage, and a manicure/pedicure at Kate & Co, the onsite spa. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Express check-out, a reception hall, and a banquet hall
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, wedding services, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and minibars.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and on-request microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Winslow

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 50 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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The Black Hawk Hotel Cedar Falls Iowa
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Black Hawk Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Hawk Hotel?

As of 2025/11/30, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Hawk Hotel on 2025/12/2 start from NT$4,633, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Black Hawk Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Black Hawk Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Black Hawk Hotel located?

Situated near the airport, this spa hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cedar Falls Community Main Street and Big Woods Lake Recreation Area. University of Northern Iowa and Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Black Hawk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 531 out of 772 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 772 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 772 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 772 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 772 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a nice change- historic, cute, lots of unique details. Staff was welcoming, room was clean. Lots of great places to walk to right downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, excellent staff, historic building/rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and spacious rooms. Loved the history and ambience of this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great old-school hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accommodations are above average and the hotel staff is excellent and customer centric!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sigmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff here are so friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is adorable. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pretty and unique historic property with lovely walking options for coffee, pastries, and scenes along the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was quiet and I was able to rest well. Also, Maxwell and Baker were excellent hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice historic property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Downtown Location

Great historic hotel in the heart of downtown. Walking distance to everything. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful and lovingly restored facility in every respect. It has been tastefully updated. It is in a great setting, right on Main Street Cedar Falls. The staff is excellent. The only minus is parking. Overlook that and book, it's a fabulous hotel with lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, vintage comfortable rooms, great downtown location near shops and restaurants and bars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Very kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. well kept and beautiful amenities in the room. Extra space and very sweet to my dogs. Very courteous at the front desk. Available for questions. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property and a really neat main street location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely kind and helpful to our guest
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel very convenient and well located lots to see
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

AMY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in downtown Cedar Falls. Historic hotel full of charm. Bar Winslow has Steph, an amazing mixologist and front desk staff helpful and accomodating. $10 coupon for Bar Winslow presented at check in. Close to many restaurants and other attractions. Nice touch in the morning with pastries from Bambinos Bakery. Will stay at The Black Hawk every chance we get.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
Quaint historic look
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! So unique it was like stepping back in time. Will absolutely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025