Element Iowa City, Iowa City

Element Iowa City - Eco-friendly Downtown Hotel with Kitchen Suites and Indoor Pool

Located in downtown near the Pedestrian Mall, this modern 3-star Iowa City hotel features 90 individually furnished rooms with fully equipped kitchenettes and signature Heavenly Beds. Element Iowa City provides spacious accommodations with productive workspaces, flat-screen TVs, and air conditioning. The property maintains an indoor saline pool, fitness center with natural light, and an outdoor terrace. Guests receive complimentary amenities including WiFi, continental breakfast with chef-prepared hot items, and access to on-site laundry facilities. A 24-hour front desk, business center, and vending machines offering drinks and snacks are available. The hotel sits within a 5-minute drive of University of Iowa and University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, while popular dining spots like Vue Rooftop and Fair Grounds Coffeehouse are within 0.3 miles. The Eastern Iowa Airport is located 25 miles from the property.

Pros

Sustainable design with open spaces and natural color palettes

Complimentary chef-prepared breakfast with whole fruits and granola

Multiple accessible features including roll-in showers and mobility-friendly rooms

Electric car charging station available

Walking distance to Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Cons

25 miles distance from The Eastern Iowa Airport

Daily fee of $15 for electric car charging