The Highlander Hotel
2525 Highlander Place
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Why people book this hotel
“I enjoy everything, friendly staff, especially Mich, breakfast was good, with mu…”
“Room service food and alcoholic drinks were amazing”
“Nice view from my room, I wish I had time to jump into the swimming pool, and mo…”
“The offered to let me use a conference room for a zoom call and even brought be …”
“Breakfast was good and I like the buffet style”
“The pool looked nice but we didn't have time to use it”
“And a cool place to have a family weekend (there’s and arcade m/pool/outdoor gam…”
“The staff waqs friendly, the room was clean, aand breakfast was good”
Overview
Offering easy access to Interstate 80, this Iowa City hotel is 5.8 miles from the University of Iowa. It features an indoor pool with jacuzzi and guest rooms with free Wi-Fi. The Highlander Hotel provides each room with cable TV and coffee facilities. The rooms include bathroom amenities and ironing facilities. The hotel offers a game room and a gym for guests use. The Highlander Hotel includes 7 meeting rooms, the largest is 5,832 square feet. Englert Civic Theater is 2 miles from the Highlander Hotel. Carver Hawkeye Arena is 4 miles from the hotel.
Traveller reviews
ASSANI
solo_traveller
June 24, 2025
“A cool place to go relax”
I enjoy everything, friendly staff, especially Mich, breakfast was good, with multiple options. Nice view from my room, I wish I had time to jump into the swimming pool, and more likely, the quietness of the whole area, I have been in different hotels in the USA, I know what I experienced at Highlander. Bref, I will go again and I will recommend anyone else. KEEP THE GOOD JOB
Watson
couple
June 23, 2024
“Very expensive do accomodations.”
MICHAEL
family_with_children
January 25, 2024
“fair”
Poor
Seth
couple
November 2, 2023
“It's a decent hotel but could be a lot cleaner and needs to work on pest proofing.”
I liked the hippy decor. The pool looked nice but we didn't have time to use it.
Alexis
couple
July 24, 2023
“Overpriced”
Room service food and alcoholic drinks were amazing . Concept is cool.
NICOLLE
extended_group
June 12, 2023
“Ok, but if traveling with kids, likely hit or miss.”
I liked the girl who worked with the bandana. I like the convenience of the snack shack.
Natasha
extended_group
June 12, 2023
“Outdated, lack of communication with staff members”
Breakfast was good and I like the buffet style. Lots of options
Ron
couple
May 17, 2023
“Adequate.”
The staff waqs friendly, the room was clean, aand breakfast was good.
jeff
solo_traveller
February 27, 2023
“Great value for a cool hotel”
The staff was very attentive. I stayed due to an impending snowstorm and they made the stay great. The offered to let me use a conference room for a zoom call and even brought be a robe when I was in the hot tub! They are doing some cosmetic work to the front of the building so was tentative when I came I . But with the wonderful staff and nice amenities it’s a great place to stay. And a cool place to have a family weekend (there’s and arcade m/pool/outdoor games).
Facilities
Activities
Fitness centre, Table tennis, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year), Fitness
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Bar, Restaurant, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking, Parking on site, Accessible parking, Free parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Concierge service, Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Dry cleaning, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities
King Room with Balcony - Non Smoking/Upper floor
This double room is air-conditioned and features a TV with cable channels, a seating area and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.
King Room with Courtyard View - Disability Access/Non Smoking
Boasting a patio, this double room also offers air conditioning, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room with Courtyard View - Non Smoking
Boasting a patio, this double room also offers air conditioning, a seating area and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access/Non Smoking
This double room provides a TV with cable channels.
One King Bed Nonsmoking
The double room provides air conditioning, a seating area, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Room A
This double room offers a TV with cable channels.
Standard Room E
This double room provides a TV with cable channels.
Standard Room with One King Bed Nonsmoking
This double room provides a TV with cable channels.
Accessible Two Queen Beds Nonsmoking
This quadruple room provides a TV with cable channels.
Quadruple Room with Two Queen Beds - Non Smoking
This quadruple room is air-conditioned and has a TV with cable channels, a seating area and heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Two Queen Beds and Courtyard View - Non Smoking
This quadruple room has air conditioning, a seating area, a TV with cable channels and a patio. The unit has 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Two Queen Beds and Pool View - Non Smoking/Upper floor
The quadruple room features air conditioning, a seating area, heating, as well as a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Quadruple Room with Two Queen Beds and Roll-In Shower - Disability Access/Non Smoking
This quadruple room has air conditioning, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.
Standard Room Two Queen Beds Nonsmoking
This quadruple room features a TV with cable channels.
Two Queen Beds Nonsmoking
The quadruple room provides air conditioning, a seating area, heating and a TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.
Suite with One King Bed Two Queen Beds Nonsmoking
This air-conditioned suite includes a TV with cable channels and a private bathroom.
Efficiency King Suite with King Bed and Two Queen Beds - Non Smoking
This air-conditioned suite is comprised of a TV with cable channels and a private bathroom.
King Suite - Disability Access/Non Smoking
This suite features a TV with cable channels.
King Suite - Non-Smoking
This suite features air conditioning, heating and a TV with cable channels.
King Suite with Courtyard View - Non smoking
This suite provides a TV with cable channels.
Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access/Non smoking
This suite provides a TV with cable channels.
Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds - Non Smoking
This suite offers a TV with cable channels.
Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Balcony - Non Smoking
This suite features a TV with cable channels.
Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds and Courtyard View - Non Smoking
This suite features a TV with cable channels.
Standard Room J
This suite provides a TV with cable channels.
Suite with Two Queen Beds One King Bed Nonsmoking
This air-conditioned suite is comprised of a TV with cable channels and a private bathroom.
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