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Top Iowa City LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
3 out of 5
255 E Court St, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$154 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$154
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,152 reviews)
"I cannot recommend this hotel enough! from the very moment we checked in we felt welcome! I believe it was Vanessa at the front desk who checked us in. she had the most bubbly and welcoming personality! she gave us the run down on parking, amenities the hotel offered, how to get there, and any other ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
4 out of 5
210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$202 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$202
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,044 reviews)
"Stayed for a family event. Clean rooms, good service. Easy to get to pedestrian mall."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
4 out of 5
2525 Highlander Place, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$221 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$221
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (906 reviews)
"Great workers"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection
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Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
3 out of 5
328 S Clinton St, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$170
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (767 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
2.5 out of 5
4 Sturgis Corner Dr, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$183 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$183
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice staff"

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area
Hotel Chauncey Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 out of 5
404 East College Street, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$164 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$164
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (321 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Hotel Chauncey Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
hotelVetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 out of 5
201 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$163
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (928 reviews)
"Love the location. Outside the property is a walkable shopping and dining area. If you have small children there is a playground and splash pad for hot days right out front. Lots of options for grab and go food, sit down restaurants and outdoor patios for an afternoon happy hour! Parking is $15 and ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

hotelVetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Element Iowa City
3 out of 5
314 South Clinton Street, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$192 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$192
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (360 reviews)
"We had a corner room that was spacious and quiet. The location is close to everything, and the breakfast was phenomenal!"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Element Iowa City
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
3 out of 5
901 MELROSE AVENUE, Iowa City, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$241 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$241
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (405 reviews)
"New and modern"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Iowa City?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Iowa City depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Iowa City gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


Why should I book a gay-friendly hotel in Iowa City with Expedia?


Booking with Expedia makes your holiday planning easier than ever before. Not only will you be able to enjoy a massive selection of gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City, but you can also book a flight as well. In fact, booking both through Expedia may even unlock some additional savings. Plus, you can take advantage of the Expedia Rewards program. Joining is completely free, and every booking earns you points that you can redeem later for additional discounts. Plus, you'll enjoy deep discounts on certain hotels simply by being a member.


Are gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City fully refundable?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Iowa City offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.