The Best Hotels Closest to University of Iowa Museum of Natural History in Iowa City for 2026

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A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a bar area.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hilton Garden Inn' sign.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

Downtown, 0.5 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

NT$3,888

NT$4,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a view of the street.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, modern furniture, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, round tables, and chairs.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

University Heights, 1.5 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

ZOE

NT$5,060

NT$5,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "Hyatt Place."

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area with yellow chairs.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar with shelves of bottles.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views through large windows, lounge chairs, and modern lighting.

3. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Downtown, 0.7 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

William

NT$3,501

NT$3,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern hotel room with a large dining table, comfortable seating, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a counter stocked with various bottles and glasses.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, surrounded by brick buildings and a street lamp.

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, large windows, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

4. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

2.9 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Courtney

NT$4,551

NT$5,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A multi-story hotel with a prominent Staybridge sign, a modern building facade, and a landscaped entrance area.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by chairs and tables, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining area, and a TV.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a sofa, and a small table.

5. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

3.1 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Theresa

NT$3,851

NT$4,382 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, tables, and chairs.

A modern living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There are two large pendant lights hanging from the ceiling.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, bar stools, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and large windows with curtains.

6. Element by Marriott Iowa City

Downtown, 0.5 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Hieu

NT$4,031

NT$4,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A bar area with wooden bar counters, black bar stools, and hanging woven light fixtures.

An outdoor seating area with yellow and white umbrellas, benches, and tables.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Graduate Iowa City."

A library with wooden bookshelves, a central reading area with chairs, and a ceiling with a geometric pattern.

7. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Downtown, 0.4 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Dan

NT$3,634

NT$4,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A kitchen with dark brown cabinets, a white clock on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a coffee machine, and a TV.

A swimming pool area with a tiled floor, a pool with a blue interior, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

8. Heartland Inn

2.5 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

antoinette

NT$3,179

NT$3,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a tiled floor. There are lounge chairs and a table with chairs around the pool.

A reception area with a mosaic-patterned counter, a colorful rug, and a framed welcome sign.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television.

A covered walkway with a beige structure, surrounded by gravel and small trees, leading to a grassy area.

9. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Miller Orchard, 1.5 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Rebecca K

NT$3,758

NT$4,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern lobby with blue sofas, a round coffee table, and a stone backsplash.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A gym with exercise equipment, a pool view, and a seating area.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by seating areas and a view of the outdoors.

10. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

3.1 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Mikey

NT$2,549

NT$2,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white chairs and a metal railing.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a sign that reads "Quality Inn by Choice".

A hotel entrance with a covered entryway, a number sign, and a handicap-accessible sign.

11. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

3.1 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Tim

NT$2,489

NT$2,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious breakfast area with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a green awning, parking spaces, and a handicap-accessible entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

3.1 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Natasha

NT$2,678

NT$2,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and two windows.

A modern two-story house with a garage, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

13. Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

University Heights, 2.3 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

NT$9,687

NT$18,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern lobby with a large sectional sofa, a dining area, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a framed painting of a stone building, a blue sofa, a wooden bench, and a lamp.

An indoor swimming pool area with a hot tub, seating area, and large windows.

14. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

3.2 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Barbara

NT$3,182

NT$3,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire feature, glass doors leading to an interior space, and a covered seating area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen displaying a map.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a large mirror.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a digital display, and a variety of amenities such as a refrigerator, shelves with snacks, and a decorative wall.

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

6.3 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Ryan

NT$4,166

NT$4,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel with multiple floors, a prominent sign for Homewood Suites by Hilton, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, patterned furniture, and a dining area.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

A kitchen with a buffet setup, dark cabinetry, and a marble countertop.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

3.4 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

KIMBERLY

NT$3,888

NT$4,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden table, a bed with a brown bedspread, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A long breakfast bar with multiple food dispensers, white cabinets, and wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

17. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

6.1 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Sonia Jean

NT$3,442

NT$3,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A chessboard set up on a patio with outdoor seating and a fire pit, in front of a building with large windows and string lights.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, and large windows.

18. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4.5 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Eric

NT$4,807

NT$5,384 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker furniture, and a view of the interior.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a changing room, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, equipped with a microwave, coffee machine, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel with a prominent 'HOME 2' sign, a brick facade, and a well-lit entrance area with outdoor seating.

19. Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

6.8 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Mark

NT$3,294

NT$3,739 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, featuring a sun motif. The building has a modern design with brick and stone accents, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a large cityscape mural.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a fireplace.

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City

7 km from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Jackie

NT$3,409

NT$3,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University	9.4 Exceptional 968 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights	9.6 Exceptional 500 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,628 reviews	View
Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 448 reviews	View

Top University of Iowa Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

10/10 Excellent

"We stay once a year & always return here. It’s the best location, steps away from the pedestrian area of downtown, great stores, restaurants & bars. There are free bikes at the hotel & Iowa City is a lovely town to see on 2 wheels. The beds & pillows are super comfortable, rooms are always clean & staff very helpful. Highly recommend!"

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice Drury and location was good for walking on trails."

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay at Hyatt Place. The staff were extremely attentive to our needs and we found communication to be efficient. The hotel is well located in downtown."

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, a very clean property. Staff was very friendly upon checking and check out. Lots of breakfast options. Big runs on the outside were loaded with garbage, and really should have been picked up. We did see a family of raccoons right next to the parking lot, which was unusual, because we were right in town."

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

8/10 Good

"Eventhough they claim your room will be service every day, they don't do it."

Heartland Inn

10/10 Excellent

"accessible and staff were friendly"

Comfort Inn & Suites Coralville - Iowa City near Iowa River Landing

10/10 Excellent

"Very well maintained and good location. Friendly staff."

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

10/10 Excellent

"Good location"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

10/10 Excellent

"Great location , nice staff , good breakfast"

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A large, historic building with a central dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and street lamps.

Iowa Old Capitol Building

9.4/10 (48 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Iowa City with a trip to Iowa Old Capitol Building. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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A large building with a golden dome and flag, surrounded by green lawns and trees.

Old Capitol Museum

9.4/10 (69 reviews)

Gaze up at the emblematic golden dome that tops the roof of a historic building containing the region’s cultural gems.

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The Englert Theater

8.2/10 (71 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at The Englert Theater during your stay in Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Iowa City Public Library

8.6/10 (116 reviews)

Iowa City Public Library is just one of the places to see in Iowa City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Stanley Museum of Art

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Stanley Museum of Art in Iowa City.

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Iowa Avenue Literary Walk

8.0/10 (15 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Iowa Avenue Literary Walk, an entertaining place to visit in Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Kinnick Stadium

9.2/10 (509 reviews)

Catch an event at Kinnick Stadium during your trip to Iowa City. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Carver-Hawkeye Arena

9.2/10 (347 reviews)

Catch an event at Carver-Hawkeye Arena during your trip to Iowa City. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Iowa Museum of Natural History?

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History is located in an area of Iowa City that travelers like for its live music and festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 35 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History?

Adjacent to University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University.

How many hotels are there near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History?

Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from University of Iowa Museum of Natural History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, will I receive a refund?

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What can I see and do near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Old Capitol Museum and Johnson County Historical Society. Explore nature at Devonian Fossil Gorge and Tom Harkin Trailhead. Planing to do some shopping while in the area? Consider Coral Ridge Mall, 25th Avenue Mall, and Coral North.

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Our top choices for University of Iowa Museum of Natural History hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University

2. Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

3. Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

4. Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

5. Staybridge Suites Iowa City Coralville by IHG

6. Element by Marriott Iowa City

7. Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

8. Heartland Inn

9. Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

10. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Coralville Iowa City

11. Quality Inn Coralville - Iowa River Landing

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville

13. Iowa City 4br Backyard Walk To Stadium 4 Bedroom Home

14. Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

15. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Coralville

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

17. Comfort Suites Coralville I-80

18. The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

19. Home2 Suites Iowa City Coralville

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Coralville Iowa City

Compare popular hotels close to University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Top University of Iowa Museum of Natural History Hotel Reviews

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

Drury Inn & Suites Iowa City Coralville

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area

Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel & Conference Center

Heartland Inn

Comfort Inn & Suites Coralville - Iowa City near Iowa River Landing

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights

Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville - Iowa River Landing

Other attractions near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Iowa Old Capitol Building

Old Capitol Museum

The Englert Theater

Iowa City Public Library

Stanley Museum of Art

Iowa Avenue Literary Walk

Kinnick Stadium

Carver-Hawkeye Arena

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