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 kitchen with dark cabinetry, granite countertops, and a built-in dishwasher.

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

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

₹10,698

₹11,982 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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

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

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

2. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

2.8 km from University of Northern Iowa

Leonard

₹12,436

₹13,929 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a flagpole.

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

1.5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Dart

₹8,097

₹9,451 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 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 covered patio area with a table and chairs, a sign indicating 'The Weis Mansion Bed & Breakfast', and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

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

4. The Weis Mansion

10 km from University of Northern Iowa

Ronald

₹7,512

₹8,413 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

A Holiday Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered walkway.

A swimming pool with a capacity sign, lounge chairs, and a tiled wall pattern.

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating arrangements, and a view through large windows.

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

5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Derick

₹10,492

₹11,752 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 living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a blue patterned rug.

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

₹9,664

₹10,824 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

13.1 km from University of Northern Iowa

Teisha

₹9,308

₹10,425 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs, a brick wall, and a high ceiling with visible structural beams and lighting fixtures.

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

8. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

10.4 km from University of Northern Iowa

Bruce

₹11,248

₹12,705 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 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 spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a store.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

5 km from University of Northern Iowa

Christy

₹10,090

₹11,301 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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.

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

A modern kitchen with a built-in fireplace, blue cabinets, and a flat-screen TV above the mantel.

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

12.3 km from University of Northern Iowa

Samuel

₹7,646

₹8,564 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a coffee station, and a television screen.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a rack of dumbbells.

11. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13.3 km from University of Northern Iowa

Melissa

₹9,825

₹11,373 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 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

Nancy

₹9,989

₹11,283 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a bed.

13. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

5.2 km from University of Northern Iowa

Robert

₹8,121

₹9,096 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

18.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

DONALD

₹5,847

₹6,549 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

A casino with multiple gaming tables and a bar area with multiple screens.

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

15. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

14.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

Dorothy

₹7,640

₹9,840 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 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 hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

5.4 km from University of Northern Iowa

Mike

₹7,567

₹8,475 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.

17. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

3.7 km from University of Northern Iowa

Debra

₹7,743

₹8,673 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 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.

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

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

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a breakfast bar, and various appliances like a coffee maker and toaster.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

12.9 km from University of Northern Iowa

₹6,486

₹7,265 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a black dining table, wooden chairs, and a kitchen counter with various appliances and storage.

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

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

7.8 km from University of Northern Iowa

Melissa

₹5,838

₹6,538 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A reception area with a stone wall, a reception desk, a television, and seating.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Suburban Studios."

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A lobby with two sofas, a coffee table, and a stone wall with a flat-screen TV.

20. Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

3.9 km from University of Northern Iowa

Kelly

₹8,202

₹9,187 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 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 904 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 752 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
The Weis Mansion	10.0 Exceptional 66 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

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and very nice room."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and updated. The hallways were dim and outdated."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Good- we will be back"

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel."

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and friendly staff"

The Black Hawk Hotel

8/10 Good

"Was a nice place! Did have the cleaning people walk in my room not knock or anything and didn’t say anything and then just walked away which was a weird experience but other than that it was a pleasant experience."

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay in Cedar Falls! Beautiful hotel, nice bar space. Clean, updated rooms."

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

10/10 Excellent

"It had everything we were looking for. Breakfast was very good."

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfortable. Gas station/ convenience store across the street."

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 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near University of Northern Iowa?

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.5 km) from University of Northern Iowa. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Black Hawk Hotel and Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown.

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

Expedia has 8 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. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

9. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

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

11. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

12. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

13. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

15. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

17. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

18. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

20. Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

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Top University of Northern Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

The Black Hawk Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

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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