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Our top choices for Iowa City vacation rentals

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a window with blinds, and wooden cabinets in the kitchen area.

1. Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown

Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
Twain
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Delightful Iowa City stay. "
United States
Sean C.
The price is R$ 789
R$ 1.506 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

2. G’s Home Away From Home

G’s Home Away From Home
Iowa City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"2nd time we stayed here, excellent stay again."
United States
Ryan M.
The price is R$ 576
R$ 1.523 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
G’s Home Away From Home
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a black table and chairs.

3. 3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!

3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!
Tiffin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"The house was clean, new and exactly what we needed for an overnight stay. Would definitely stay here again if we’re in Iowa City again."
United States
Michelle K.
The price is R$ 540
R$ 1.477 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
3 BR Home with king suite. Centrally located!
A pool area with lounge chairs, a table with food, and a slide.

4. Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City

Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City
Iowa City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great place and wonderful experience!"
United States
Michael
The price is R$ 779
R$ 1.085 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City
A hot tub with a clear view of the surrounding yard and house.

5. Family friendly 5-bedroom house in marvelous Iowa City with hot tub and fire pit

Family friendly 5-bedroom house in marvelous Iowa City with hot tub and fire pit
Weber
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Stayed here for a Hawkeye Football weekend - it was perfect!"
United States
Cory W.
The price is R$ 2.596
R$ 4.390 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Family friendly 5-bedroom house in marvelous Iowa City with hot tub and fire pit
A white wooden chair with a black and white checkered cushion.

6. The Peoples farm house is located in the heart of North Liberty.

The Peoples farm house is located in the heart of North Liberty.
North Liberty
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Great communication with host leading up to arrival, comfortable accommodations."
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is R$ 727
R$ 1.512 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
The Peoples farm house is located in the heart of North Liberty.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a potted plant, and a house with a gabled roof.

7. Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country

Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
3.0 star property
Kalona
The price is R$ 684
R$ 1.217 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
A kitchen with a brick wall, stainless steel appliances, a wooden floor, and a view of the outside through a door.

8. Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA

Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA
Southwest Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"The space was quaint and cozy. Would be nice to have a bit of a sitting areas besides just the bedroom. Loved the yard and the chickens and the eggs !!!! "
United States
Amy D.
The price is R$ 492
R$ 899 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Cozy Cottage located near Czech Village and Newbo areas in Cedar Rapids, IA
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

9. The Barn Loft

The Barn Loft
Riverside
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Everything was very nice. We had an amazing stay!"
United States
Jacob S.
The price is R$ 1.547
R$ 2.666 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
The Barn Loft
A kitchen with white cabinets, a double sink, and a window with blinds.

10. Cozy Retreat 1-bedroom house in lovely Cedar Rapids with WiFi, AC

Cozy Retreat 1-bedroom house in lovely Cedar Rapids with WiFi, AC
Cedar Rapids
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"The property felt like home. Comfortable and cozy very spacious and nice area i would stay here again"
United States
denise
The price is R$ 561
R$ 832 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Cozy Retreat 1-bedroom house in lovely Cedar Rapids with WiFi, AC
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, a potted plant, and a house with a gabled roof.

11. Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country

Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
Kalona
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The location is nice, but not worth the high price, the space is too small for cooking a meal and there is not table to sit, so it’s a glorified hotel sweet. They will be watching and if you have one extra person to visit you will receive a threat of getting removed from the property. I live in Chicago and come back to the area to spend time with my nieces and nephews, it was a bummer I had to drop one off just to be able to spend time with there others. I would only recommend this spot for...
United States
Amber P.
The price is R$ 514
R$ 1.254 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Home Near Kinnick, UI Health & Amish Country
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop island, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

12. 3-bedroom townhome -8 Miles From Downtown Iowa City

3-bedroom townhome -8 Miles From Downtown Iowa City
Hills
The price is R$ 1.558
R$ 2.644 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
3-bedroom townhome -8 Miles From Downtown Iowa City
A dining area with a round table, blue and yellow chairs, and a ceiling fan.

13. In Kalona-Near Pleasantview Home, Hospital, Iowa, and Kinnick Carver WiFi-Garage

In Kalona-Near Pleasantview Home, Hospital, Iowa, and Kinnick Carver WiFi-Garage
Kalona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay! Place was clean and comfortable"
United States
Jennifer J.
The price is R$ 1.140
R$ 1.448 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
In Kalona-Near Pleasantview Home, Hospital, Iowa, and Kinnick Carver WiFi-Garage
An indoor market with various stalls and a bar area.

14. Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade

Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade
Cedar Rapids
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Clean and spacious in a fun neighborhood, plenty of room for my family. Lots of outlets for charging, Roku tvs for streaming, and the kids loved the arcade cabinet. Great communication with hosts. We’d stay there again :)"
United States
Ed D.
The price is R$ 358
R$ 968 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Best Location in town!!! Steps from coffee, bars, shops, river and Czech - Pets ! Arcade
A modern log cabin interior with a loft bed, a desk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

15. Creekside Treehouse & Lavender Farm

Creekside Treehouse & Lavender Farm
Oxford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay! We will wait until lavender is blooming before coming back again but we had the most relaxing weekend!"
United States
Lacie R.
Creekside Treehouse & Lavender Farm
A dining area with a brick wall, a ceiling fan, and a potted plant.

16. 1890 Lofts - Harvester: Historic Loft • Near Amana Colonies, Winery, Outlet Mall

1890 Lofts - Harvester: Historic Loft • Near Amana Colonies, Winery, Outlet Mall
Williamsburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Williamsburg is such a neat,friendly town with amazing museum and stores on a nice square. Our vrbo is located in walking distance"
United States
Mary B.
The price is R$ 565
R$ 691 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
1890 Lofts - Harvester: Historic Loft • Near Amana Colonies, Winery, Outlet Mall
A dining table set with plates, cutlery, glasses, and a vase with flowers.

17. Lovely 2-bedroom cottage in charming Cedar Rapids

Lovely 2-bedroom cottage in charming Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Cozy, clean, had nice furniture/beds. "
United States
Kayla
The price is R$ 831
R$ 1.710 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Lovely 2-bedroom cottage in charming Cedar Rapids
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

18. Country Club Cottages - 1703

Country Club Cottages - 1703
Washington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"The place was so cute, clean, and accommodating! The hosts were great to work with and if we ever happen to be traveling through the area again we will definitely book this place again! "
United States
Hannah S.
The price is R$ 603
R$ 955 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Country Club Cottages - 1703
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a minimalist design.

19. Burnett Cottage Pine NewBo District Cedar Rapids Downtown

Burnett Cottage Pine NewBo District Cedar Rapids Downtown
Cedar Rapids
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Great home and location"
United States
James D.
The price is R$ 961
R$ 2.035 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Burnett Cottage Pine NewBo District Cedar Rapids Downtown
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, a staircase, and a large window providing natural light.

20. Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown

Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown
Cedar Rapids
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"An amazing stay! The hosts were fantastic and quickly responded to messages. Walking distance from everything, which was a plus. The place was clean and super enjoyable! Highly recommend!"
United States
Claire L.
The price is R$ 737
R$ 1.762 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Burnett Cottage OG Cedar Rapids Downtown
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Top Iowa City Hotel Reviews

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

8/10 Good
"The only thing I absolutely did not like was the smell of pot. Beds were also too tall for handicappers to get in"
katherine 4-night trip
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Travelodge by Wyndham Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Iowa City?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Iowa City near University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Tourists who visit Iowa City speak highly of the college campus and array of shops. While you're in the area, you can also enjoy the top-notch restaurants and live music.

How many vacation rentals are there in Iowa City?

Expedia has 52 vacation rentals for your stay in Iowa City.

What can I see and do in Iowa City?

University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and Iowa Avenue Literary Walk are a couple of family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include The Englert Theater and Old Capitol Museum. While here, Iowa City Public Library and Iowa Old Capitol Building are other places worth a visit.

What are vacation rentals like in Iowa City?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can stay in for several days or longer in Iowa City. Vacation rentals feature extras such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can provide a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great option for a family trip.