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Cities
- Cedar Falls
- Dyersville
- Evansdale
- Independence
- Manchester
- Monticello
- Mount Vernon
- North Liberty
- Oelwein
- Vinton
- Waterloo
- Waverly
Brands
- Caesars Entertainment Corporation
- Cobblestone Hotels
- Comfort Inn
- Country Inn & Suites Americas
- Days Inn
- Hampton Inn
- Holiday Inn Express
- Sleep Inn
- Spark by Hilton
- Super 8
Property Types
- Hotel
The hot breakfast
Beds were very comfortable. Large living room area and nice hot showers!
Staff was very responsive.
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Good price. Nice staff. Within walking distance of a nice Tavern and restaurant.
It was adequate; nothing more and nothing less.
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Location and staff
Convenient
Staff was very helpful to meet our needs and very accommodateing.I have no problems recommending to others.Iwill stay there again when visiting relatives.
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Staff was very accommodating
Super clean! Very nice! Convenient location.
Staff very friendly! Room clean , good breakfast
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Quiet and good location for traveling through the state. Gas stations and quick shopping for necessities is close.
Checking out.
Our room really was big for a family with kids!!
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Cleanliness
We liked the clean new facility. The bed was comfortable. Everything mechanical worked in the room; seems like a no brainer but we have stayed in several nice motels where one of the lights, the fridge, the climate control, etc. did not work.
Very clean (new hotel) and friendly staff (mature women)
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Located near wedding venue
It was quiet. It was very close to the people I was visiting. The water pressure was great. For a small hotel in a small town it was good.
Only hotel in Vinton. Close to everything in the town.
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They had a room with 3 queen beds that worked perfect for us and 3 grandkids. Pool was heated and kids loved it. Breakfast had a nice variety of options for the kids.
You can notice it was professionally remodeled on the inside.
The front desk staff, very nice and professional.
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Its a nice location, i enjoy the breakfast.
The staff was nice and always greeted us.
Nothing room was dirty food on floor garbage under bed and I gotmarks all over me from being bites by bed bugs...
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It was Newly or recently updated and clean.
The breakfast was good.
Nothing. Couldn't even stay there
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Staff was friendly and helpful
The fridge and stove in the room
Bed was comfortable
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Every staff member we encountered was very friendly. Hotel super clean and the breakfast was fantastic!!
It was clean (not made up, but clean) Staff was accomodating
Room size was great
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Location of where we needed to be the next day
The room was quite nice. Lobby, room, and hallways were clean and nicely decorated. Breakfast was typical for a free hotel breakfast.
Location and staff
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Jacuzzi tub in the room
It was clean and the staff was very friendly.
I like the location and also the breakfast
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Restaurants very close
The ac was cold
Location is perfect! Lost World and casino nearby.
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Super clean
The room was clean and available when I needed it.
Close to many eating choices
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The bed was comfy, and the room was clean and quiet. Loved it!
The location is right off the highway and it is close to restaurants and shopping! The front desk clerk was very welcoming and helpful.
The breakfast was very good.
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The lady at the front desk.
Great service.
The spa tub was a blessing, and enjoyed the privacy.
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It was super cute retro remodel
Staff was kind and helpful.
Nothing will not stay here ever again
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Architecture, cleanliness accoutrements, location
Outstanding hotel near downtown with outstanding rooms.
Quiet clean
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Room was roomy bathroom huge, ice machine was on the floor
Spacious room. Comfortable bed Friendly staff
Close to waterpark and themepark
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The staff were very helpful and honest. We left my son?s watch there and they worked to get it back to us. The rooms were very clean and comfortable.
The front desk lady was very nice and friendly
The lady who checked me in! She was very helpful and kind!
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The breakfast and pool even though parts were broken
Cleanliness and service
Everything
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Breakfast was great!
Nice, Very Clean. Loved the Cookies.
The large gathering area was wonderful for a family gathering.
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Breakfast had 5 star variety, workers were great, pool very clear and didn't smell too much like chlorine. Exceeded expectations for a Super 8.
Clean. We enjoyed the Real breakfast!
Right off the highway. Accepted pets but had to pay extra. Breakfast was great but only until 9 am on a Sunday. Great area to walk dogs next door. Room was great except slow shower drain. Front desk was very helpful and friendly.
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Comfort and cleanliness
it wasn't Days Inn clean, welcoming
Layout of the room
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The large hot tub
Location, friendliness of the staff, and price point.
The morning food server. Very nice and accommodating. The pillows. The grilled cheese sandwich was the best.
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EVERYTHING!! I have stayed with them multiple times and have never had a bad experience with them. The rooms are always clean and the staff are amazing! Had issues with my TV but they fixed it fast.
It was a very clean hotel, the hotel manager was very nice
Clean, fresh, staff
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There's nothing to like about a Hotel if it does not exist. You are advertising a FAKE Hotel. It's abounded and its up for sale. I want my refund or im doing to every news media outlet and webnews out there.
tHERE WAS NOTHING TO LIKE
The hotel wasn¿t open. I never got to stay here. No notification that it was closed.
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Where to stay in Independence
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Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Manchester
Located in Manchester, Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Manchester features a shared lounge. Featuring a fitness center, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Guests can enjoy garden views. At the hotel, each room includes a desk. Guest rooms in Cobblestone Inn & Suites – Manchester are equipped with a TV and free toiletries. A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Manchester, like hiking and cycling. Free private parking and a business center are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Dubuque Regional Airport is 42 miles away.
Cleanliness
We liked the clean new facility. The bed was comfortable. Everything mechanical worked in the room; seems like a no brainer but we have stayed in several nice motels where one of the lights, the fridge, the climate control, etc. did not work.
Very clean (new hotel) and friendly staff (mature women)
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls
Located in Waterloo, 9.3 miles from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The hotel has an indoor pool, fitness center and a 24-hour front desk. A continental breakfast is available at the hotel. Waterloo Regional Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.
Location of where we needed to be the next day
The room was quite nice. Lobby, room, and hallways were clean and nicely decorated. Breakfast was typical for a free hotel breakfast.
Location and staff
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo
Off Interstate 380, this hotel is 2 miles from Lost Island Water Park. It features an indoor pool and a daily breakfast. Pet-friendly guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi. A 32-inch flat-screen TV is provided in each room at Days Inn and Suites Waterloo. The traditionally styled rooms also offer a microwave, fridge and tea/coffee-making facilities. Waterloo Days Inn and Suites has a fitness center on site for guest use. Laundry facilities are also available. This hotel is half a mile from Waterloo Golf Headquarters, and 2.5 miles from Deerwood Park. The University of Northern Iowa is less than a 20 minute drive away.
Restaurants very close
The ac was cold
Location is perfect! Lost World and casino nearby.
Comfort Inn And Suites
Comfort Inn & Suites Independence is offering accommodations in Independence. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The hotel provides an indoor pool, fitness center and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, each room has a desk. Guest rooms in Comfort Inn & Suites Independence are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. The accommodation has a sun terrace. Waterloo Regional Airport is 27 miles away.
The hot breakfast
Beds were very comfortable. Large living room area and nice hot showers!
Staff was very responsive.
Super 8 by Wyndham Independence
Super 8 by Wyndham Independence IA is located in Independence. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, all rooms have a desk. All guest rooms in Super 8 by Wyndham Independence IA are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Staff at the accommodation are available to give information at the 24-hour front desk. Waterloo Regional Airport is 29 miles away.
Good price. Nice staff. Within walking distance of a nice Tavern and restaurant.
It was adequate; nothing more and nothing less.
Super 8 by Wyndham Oelwein
Super 8 by Wyndham Oelwein is offering accommodations in Oelwein. Featuring a shared lounge, this 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel also has free WiFi and free private parking. Staff at the hotel are always available to provide information at the reception. Waterloo Regional Airport is 32 miles from the property.
Location and staff
Convenient
Staff was very helpful to meet our needs and very accommodateing.I have no problems recommending to others.Iwill stay there again when visiting relatives.
Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo
Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo is located in Evansdale, 14 miles from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Featuring a fitness center, this 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Some rooms contain a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast is available at Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo. Waterloo Regional Airport is 10 miles from the property.
They had a room with 3 queen beds that worked perfect for us and 3 grandkids. Pool was heated and kids loved it. Breakfast had a nice variety of options for the kids.
You can notice it was professionally remodeled on the inside.
The front desk staff, very nice and professional.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown
The Quality Inn & Suites hotel is located adjacent to the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, The Isle of Casinos and only 3.2 miles away from the Lost Island Waterpark. The hotel offers shuttle service to the casino for a minimum charge. Other area attractions include the National Cattle Congress, John Deere World Headquarters, Waterloo Industries and numerous golf courses. The hotel is located near the University of Northern Iowa, the Grout Museum District and the Young Arena. A variety of restaurants, including the famous Galleria de Paco, are located adjacent to the property. Guests of this Waterloo, IA hotel will enjoy many full-service amenities and features, including: Free high-speed Internet access, Free deluxe hot continental breakfast with biscuits and gravy, Free newspaper, Free local calls, Pet-friendly hotel; additional charges may apply. Business travelers will appreciated the conveniences of a business center which includes a workstation, printer, office supplies, fax and copy machines. All guest rooms at this Waterloo, IA hotel come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, curved shower rods and in-room safes. Executive business suites offer large work areas with ergonomic chairs, computer hookups and some have whirlpool bathtubs to relax in. The hotel also offers suites with four person in-room hot tubs for those special occasions. The suites feature sofa sleepers, microwaves, refrigerators and living rooms. Nonsmoking rooms can be requested. Laundry facilities and valet cleaning service are provided for extra convenience.
Its a nice location, i enjoy the breakfast.
The staff was nice and always greeted us.
Nothing room was dirty food on floor garbage under bed and I gotmarks all over me from being bites by bed bugs...
Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo
Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo is located in Waterloo, 9.2 miles from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Featuring a fitness center, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. The rooms in Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo are equipped with a TV and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast is available at the accommodation. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo. Waterloo Regional Airport is 7.5 miles from the property.
It was Newly or recently updated and clean.
The breakfast was good.
Nothing. Couldn't even stay there
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
Featuring a spa & wellness center, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA is located in Cedar Falls in the Iowa region, a 18-minute walk from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. With a shared lounge, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, rooms include a desk. The rooms in Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Waterloo Regional Airport is 3.7 miles from the property.
Breakfast was great!
Nice, Very Clean. Loved the Cookies.
The large gathering area was wonderful for a family gathering.
Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University
Located in Cedar Falls, Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls is 3.9 miles from Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a desk. All guest rooms in Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests at Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cedar Falls, like hiking, fishing and cycling. Waterloo Regional Airport is 7.5 miles away.
Breakfast had 5 star variety, workers were great, pool very clear and didn't smell too much like chlorine. Exceeded expectations for a Super 8.
Clean. We enjoyed the Real breakfast!
Right off the highway. Accepted pets but had to pay extra. Breakfast was great but only until 9 am on a Sunday. Great area to walk dogs next door. Room was great except slow shower drain. Front desk was very helpful and friendly.
Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park
The Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park hotel is conveniently located off U.S. Highway 20, just one mile from the University of Northern Iowa. This Cedar Falls, IA hotel is minutes from the Isle of Capri Casino, the Lost Island Waterpark, the scenic Cedar Valley Nature Trail, the Ice House Museum and the Hearst Center for the Arts. Cedar Falls is a popular destination for many different reasons, including annual events, performing arts, family-friendly attractions and year-round outdoor recreation. Several great shopping opportunities are near the hotel. A variety of restaurants and cocktail lounges are located in the surrounding area. Hotel amenities and features include: free wireless high-speed Internet access, local calls and it is a pet-friendly hotel, a night fee apply. Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors. If you're leaving early, a Your Suite Success Grab & Go bag is available for the two hours prior to breakfast. Guests of this Cedar Falls, IA hotel will enjoy relaxing in the indoor heated pool and hot tub. Be sure to take advantage of the on-site exercise room. Business travelers will appreciate conveniences like a public computer with Internet access and access to copy and fax services. The meeting room accommodates up to 75 people for most events and business functions. All suites come equipped with microwaves, refrigerators, safes, sofa sleepers, coffee makers, desks, curved shower rods, hair dryers, irons, ironing boards, pillow-top mattresses and cable television. Keep your electronic devices charged with the recharge device including AC and USB outlets provided in all guest rooms. For that special occasion, the hotel features luxury suites with hot tubs and fireplaces. Laundry facilities are located on the property for added guest convenience.
Comfort and cleanliness
it wasn't Days Inn clean, welcoming
Layout of the room
Price by Week Day
Weekend hotel prices in Independence average just over $120.
In Independence, hotel prices fluctuate throughout the week, with lower rates observed on Tuesday and Thursday, around $90 to $84. Prices rise significantly on Fridays, peaking at just over $130. Weekend prices remain elevated, averaging just over $120 on Saturday.
Price by Month
Lowest in March at just over $80, highest in July around $140–$150.
In Independence, hotel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with the lowest prices typically in March at just over $80, and the highest prices in July, averaging around $140–$150. The busiest month is July.
How far in advance should I book?
Same-day hotel prices in Independence range around $100–$150.
In Independence, hotel prices typically rise as the days before check-in decrease, especially since the best hotels are often fully booked three weeks in advance. Lower-quality hotels may lower prices last minute, with same-day bookings ranging around $100–$150.
Price by Hotel Class
The most popular stars category is 2*, priced just over $100.
In Independence, the distribution of hotels by star rating shows a trend of increasing prices with higher star ratings. The most popular category is 2*, with prices just over $100, reflecting a slight jump from budget options.
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Top Tips
- Book hotels in Independence 4 to 6 weeks before the Buchanan County Fair (mid-August) or harvest festivals to secure up to 60% more room choices and avoid 25 to 40% last-minute rate increases. Consider booking flexible rates so you can adjust plans if event dates change.
- Select accommodations along the US-20 corridor for emergency readiness, as these hotels are 3 to 5 minutes from the Buchanan County Ambulance station, compared to 12 to 18 minutes for rural locations. This can be especially helpful if you have health considerations or are traveling with family.
- Confirm your quoted hotel rate includes Iowa’s 6% state lodging tax and the 2% local option tax for a total of 8%. Request a tax breakdown if you book through a third-party to avoid unexpected charges at checkout.
- Request a room facing away from the Union Pacific railroad on 2nd Street, as trains pass frequently between 11:30 PM and 1:30 AM, generating noise up to 80 dB near east-side motels. Light sleepers may want to bring earplugs for comfort.
- Use local ATMs, such as those at Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust in Independence, to bypass 3 to 5% dynamic currency conversion fees often applied on international cards at hotel points of sale. Confirm any additional ATM fees with your card issuer before you travel.
- Choose properties with verified 100+ Mbps wired internet for remote work. Holiday Inn Express, Best Western, and Super 8 are the only Independence hotels meeting this standard, while Wi-Fi elsewhere typically averages 45 to 65 Mbps and may slow during peak evenings.
- Confirm step-free access and ADA-compliant rooms by phone. Only Holiday Inn Express and Best Western guarantee zero-step entries in Independence, and some booking platforms do not provide current accessibility details.
- Decline daily housekeeping during the June to August drought period to help conserve approximately 40 gallons of water per day by reusing towels. This aligns with municipal advisories during peak summer in Independence.
- Consider tipping housekeeping staff $2 to $5 per day when service is provided. While tipping is not always expected in rural Iowa, this gesture recognizes staff service and can encourage extra attention to your room.
- Stay within 0.7 miles of downtown Independence (Main St.) to easily walk to 12 local eateries and the Bucky Shrine. Ride-share services like Uber or Lyft in this area often have wait times of 18 to 22 minutes.
- For reliable remote work, check if your hotel has AARNet certification. Only Holiday Inn Express Independence offers verified 95%+ Wi-Fi uptime, which is valuable during Northeast Iowa’s 3 to 5 monthly severe wind events in spring and summer.
- Store sensitive medications only in climate-controlled hotel areas. Summer temperatures in older, non-air-conditioned motels can exceed 90°F; confirm refrigerator availability in advance if you require medication storage.
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