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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City

210 South Dubuque Street, Iowa City, IA, USA, 52240
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In the heart of Iowa City, the All-American town, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City has a unique location in this cosmopolitan community. Perfect for relaxing after the game or touring the city, each of our 234 guest rooms are 100% smoke free and have everything for a perfect night’s sleep. A perennially popular location for Iowa City conferences, business meetings, weddings, and University of Iowa events, our hotel offers the combination of a superb location and a first-class staff.

Venue Details

ChainHilton
BrandGraduate by Hilton
Built1984
Renovated2018
Total meeting space10,455 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms234
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Northstar
AAA

Awards

Industry awards
Named Award Winner in Hotels and Unique Lodging Experiences by LocalsLoveUs.com.

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Internet access
  • Luggage storage
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Space (semi-private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Dec 21, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Apr 16 - May 20Sep 01 - Nov 14
Shoulder season
May 21 - Aug 31
Low season
Jan 01 - Apr 15Nov 15 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
10,455 sq. ft.
Largest room
6,222 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
10
Second largest room
1,586 sq. ft.
Space (semi-private)
Available
Space (outdoor)
Available
Standing capacity
600

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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
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Benson Room Section A+B+C
1,215 sq. ft.
64 x 19 sq. ft.
10 ft.
130
-
80
130
100
80
-
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O' Connor
665 sq. ft.
35 x 19 sq. ft.
10 ft.
50
22
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50
-
18
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Wayne Ballroom Section A+B+C+D
6,222 sq. ft.
102 x 61 sq. ft.
12 ft.
600
-
500
600
550
360
-
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Hoak Room
990 sq. ft.
33 x 30 sq. ft.
30 ft.
50
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50
-
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Wayne A
1,586 sq. ft.
26 x 61 sq. ft.
12 ft.
150
30
100
150
120
80
-
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Wayne B
1,586 sq. ft.
25 x 61 sq. ft.
12 ft.
150
30
100
150
120
80
-
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Wayne C
1,586 sq. ft.
25 x 61 sq. ft.
12 ft.
150
30
100
150
120
80
-
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Wayne D
1,586 sq. ft.
26 x 61 sq. ft.
12 ft.
150
30
100
150
120
80
-
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Perch
1,240 sq. ft.
-
-
30
-
30
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30
-

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
234
Double (2 beds)
130
Double (2 beds) rate
$99.00 - $499.00
Suites
8
Tax rate
7%
Occupancy rate
5%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 23 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
( $20.00/day )

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Facility Restrictions

Hotel Policies ADA Policy The hotel is compliant with ADA. ADA compliant guest rooms are available. For more information, please contact the hotel directly. Alcohol Policy Alcoholic beverage service is restricted to those 21 years or older (with valid identification). Age Requirement Policy Guests must be 18 years or older with photo identification to reserve and check into a room. Connecting Room Policy Connecting rooms are available by request only, but cannot be guaranteed. Fire Safety Policy The hotel is fully equipped with smoke detectors and emergency evacuation plans in all rooms and public areas. Gift Certificate Policy To purchase or redeem a gift certificate, please contact the hotel directly. Pet Policy Dogs are allowed at an additional pet fee of USD 75 per pet per stay, max pets per room - 2. Direct Billing Please contact the credit department to establish a direct billing account. Smoking Policy Hotel is 100% smoke free. Rooms, banquet area, bar and cafe are all smoke-free. A $250 cleaning fee is applied to rooms that have been smoked in. Suite Policy Our suites accommodate no more than four people at any time. Absolutely no parties of any kind are allowed in suites. Our policy is strictly enforced, with no exceptions.

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Cancellation Policy

Standard cancellation policy is 48 hours prior to arrival. However, special event weekends and pre-pay reservations are an exception. Please check with the terms and conditions of your specific reservation before booking.

Additional details

Here at Graduate, we believe life is a timeless journey filled with memory making stops, extraordinary rites of passage and all of the courageous leaps of faith that get you where you’re going. Welcome to Graduate Iowa City—where your intellectual curiosity meets your favorite place to stay. From our complimentary Internet to our 24/7 fitness facility equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and a friendly, professional, and knowledgeable staff, Graduate by Hilton Iowa City is the ideal choice for business and leisure travelers. Each of our 234 Iowa City guest rooms are 100% smoke free and have everything for a perfect night's sleep, including the signature bed, Internet access for emailing the day's adventures home.

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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Graduate by Hilton Iowa City's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
We provide recycling bins in rooms and a linen reuse program. We also participate in several social impact initiatives.
Does Graduate by Hilton Iowa City have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, General Recycling program

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Graduate by Hilton Iowa City and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Graduate by Hilton Iowa City's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
NA

Health and Safety

Were practices at Graduate by Hilton Iowa City developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Cleveland Clinic and Procter and Gamble
Does Graduate by Hilton Iowa City clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, A Health and Safety Awareness Committee has been created to help implement the Graduate Cares program
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