The Best Hotels Closest to University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls - 2026 Updated Prices

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A historic hotel with a classic brick facade, multiple storefronts including a bar and a barber shop, and a fire escape on the right.

A group of people sitting at a table with chairs on a sidewalk in an urban setting.

A hallway with a 'Mill Race' sign, a bookshelf, and two brown leather chairs.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a wooden wardrobe, a bed with a floral bedspread, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

1. The Black Hawk Hotel

2.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

Jessica

3.374.914 ₫

3.779.852 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A balcony with a view of a river, a highway, and surrounding greenery.

A breakfast area with a counter, coffee machine, and various food items.

A store with shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, and a wall with a 'Treats' sign.

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a clock, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

2.8 km from University of Northern Iowa

Susan

3.395.226 ₫

3.802.653 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

1.5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Dart

2.191.350 ₫

2.558.477 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A decorative wrought iron gate with a floral pattern, leading to a room with wooden flooring and a visible bed.

A large, historic house with a porch decorated with string lights and a sign advertising bed and breakfast services.

A staircase with a wooden railing, a chandelier, and patterned wallpaper.

A wooden bed with a headboard, a wooden door, and a patterned carpet.

4. The Weis Mansion

10 km from University of Northern Iowa

Cindy

2.050.729 ₫

2.296.816 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A couple walking through an outdoor area with a modern building in the background.

A modern building with large windows and a well-maintained lawn with outdoor furniture.

A breakfast setup with a fruit tray, juice bottles, and a coffee pot on a wooden table.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, desk, TV, and a bed.

5. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Francisco

2.868.800 ₫

3.213.056 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard stand, and a changing room with towels.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a large painting, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a stone pillar.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

13.2 km from University of Northern Iowa

Leann

2.634.047 ₫

2.950.133 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and dining setup.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

A water park with a large inflatable slide, a waterfall feature, and a pool with lane markers.

A modern building with a large dome structure and a curved glass facade.

7. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

13.1 km from University of Northern Iowa

Teisha

2.541.081 ₫

2.846.010 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with modern chairs, a long reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern office space with a desk, office chair, sofa, and a conference table.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple seating options, and a digital menu display.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

9.5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Patrick

3.023.360 ₫

3.386.164 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern interior with a glass ceiling, seating area, and large windows offering views of the city.

A hotel with a modern glass facade, a prominent sign, and a pedestrian bridge.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a bar.

A hotel room with two beds, a brick accent wall, a large window, and a modern design.

9. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.4 km from University of Northern Iowa

Bruce

3.070.755 ₫

3.468.412 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

An outdoor patio with stone fire tables, wicker chairs, and a pergola with string lights.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window.

A table set with clear glasses and a tall glass vase with a candle, surrounded by greenery and flowers.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a large window providing natural light.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Christy

2.754.617 ₫

3.085.170 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, large arched windows, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A Country Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, multiple windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a red chair.

A spacious living area with a chandelier, a sofa, a chair, and a desk with a lamp. There is a staircase with a railing leading to an upper level.

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

12.3 km from University of Northern Iowa

Samuel

2.183.538 ₫

2.445.563 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern bar area with high glass windows, red bar stools, and a seating area with grey upholstered sofas.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a brick wall and a white railing.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door with a keypad lock.

12. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.4 km from University of Northern Iowa

Lynda

2.727.014 ₫

3.080.296 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express building with a large illuminated sign, parking area, and a well-maintained lawn.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a lifeguard chair, and a poolside area with chairs and a notice board.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a framed artwork on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

13. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13.3 km from University of Northern Iowa

Melissa

3.098.879 ₫

3.571.523 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a hot tub.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is a Comfort Suites location.

A hotel room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, and orange chairs.

A reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a patterned rug, and a wall with framed informational signs.

14. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

5.2 km from University of Northern Iowa

Robert

2.213.485 ₫

2.479.103 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a large parking lot, a well-lit entrance, and a prominent hotel sign.

A restaurant interior with a brick wall, bar area, and multiple seating options.

A restaurant with a long wooden bar, multiple tables, and chairs. There are hanging lights and a TV mounted on the wall.

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

15. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

14.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

Dorothy

2.085.884 ₫

2.686.389 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a microwave.

A breakfast area with a stone wall, wooden tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a sign for Daybreak Breakfast.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign for Days Inn.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, multiple lounge chairs, and a clear pool area.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

18.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

DONALD

1.792.923 ₫

2.008.073 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A waffle maker with instructions, a waffle maker, a syrup dispenser, and a cash box.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by chairs and a tiled floor.

A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a door.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

5.4 km from University of Northern Iowa

Mike

2.062.447 ₫

2.309.941 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a children's play area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

18. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

3.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

Debra

2.434.313 ₫

2.726.431 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden walls, tiled floor, and a pool ladder.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a microwave.

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

12.9 km from University of Northern Iowa

Raunak

1.660.114 ₫

1.859.328 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, green chairs, and a lifeguard stand.

A hotel reception area with a wooden wall, a black reception desk, a television, and a coffee station.

A compact living area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

7.8 km from University of Northern Iowa

Melissa

1.638.239 ₫

1.834.828 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Northern Iowa

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Black Hawk Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 910 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 760 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
The Weis Mansion	10.0 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 606 reviews	View

Top University of Northern Iowa Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

8/10 Good

"Good value."

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"nice room friendly staff. grab and go breakfast. no elevators"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

8/10 Good

"The location is very convenient. Breakfast is good. Overall we are satisfied."

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"It's an older hotel, but a renovation is in progress. While it's not a 5 star, it's not a 5 star price either. I would stay there again."

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay - and everything was very nice!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

8/10 Good

"We stayed in the handicap accessible room, as we wanted a king bed and that was all that was available. The room must not be used much because it smelled musty and the sheer curtains were torn alot! Also, the shower did not drain well and water was everywhere. However, the shower had hot water and the water had a lot of pressure, and breakfast was very good!"

Other attractions near University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls Community Main Street

9.4/10 (156 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cedar Falls Community Main Street during your stay in Cedar Falls. Discover the area's waterfalls and restaurants.

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UNI-Dome

8.8/10 (176 reviews)

Catch an event at UNI-Dome during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

8.4/10 (44 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls while you're in the area.

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Hearst Center for the Arts

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hearst Center for the Arts during your travels in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Falls Aquatic Center

7.6/10 (22 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Falls Aquatic Center, an entertaining place to visit in Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Pheasant Ridge Golf Course

7.2/10 (24 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Cedar Falls at Pheasant Ridge Golf Course. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum during your trip to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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The Mall at College Square

7.8/10 (139 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at The Mall at College Square during your visit to Cedar Falls. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Northern Iowa?

University of Northern Iowa is located in a family-friendly area of Cedar Falls known for its beautiful waterfalls and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels should I expect to find near University of Northern Iowa?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Northern Iowa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Northern Iowa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near University of Northern Iowa.

What can I see and do near University of Northern Iowa?

You can enjoy live performances at McLeod Center and Cedar Falls Community Theatre. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Big Woods Lake Recreation Area and Pat Bowlsby Off-Leash Dog Park. Bring the family to Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Hearst Center for the Arts and Falls Aquatic Center while you're checking out the area near University of Northern Iowa.

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Our top choices for University of Northern Iowa hotels

1. The Black Hawk Hotel

2. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

4. The Weis Mansion

5. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

7. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

8. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

9. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

11. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

12. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

13. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

14. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

15. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

18. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

19. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

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Top University of Northern Iowa Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo by IHG

Other attractions near University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls Community Main Street

UNI-Dome

Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center

Hearst Center for the Arts

Falls Aquatic Center

Pheasant Ridge Golf Course

Cedar Falls Historical Society Museum

The Mall at College Square

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