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The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and bars/lounges

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Guests can play a game of chess in the outdoor area surrounded by comfortable seating.
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable seating and expansive views of the surrounding landscape.
Contemporary space with a wooden table and four stools, a brick accent wall, and a glass partition.
Experience a welcoming atmosphere in our lobby, featuring a high ceiling, comfortable seating, and beautiful artwork.
Two single beds with white linens and a dark headboard, set against a large window with an outdoor view.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is £92
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul

Room options

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Poolside

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Poolside

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (Pool View)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Patio, Courtyard View)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillow-top beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Patio (Courtyard View)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2525 Highlander Place, Iowa City, IA, 52245

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Mercy Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Kinnick Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burge Market Place - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive

About this property

The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Family-friendly hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near University of Iowa
Located close to Mercy Hospital and The Englert Theater, The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Supper Club, offers brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and an arcade/games room.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and express check-in
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and games
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 97 individually decorated rooms have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's books and free infant beds
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekdays
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Patio Bar
  • Snack Shack
  • Supper Club

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (5,651 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1967
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Clarion Highlander
Clarion Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Hotel Highlander
Clarion Hotel Highlander Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel And Conference Center Iowa City
Clarion Highlander Hotel Iowa City
The Bohemian
The Highlander Hotel
Clarion Hotel Highlander Conference Center
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Iowa City
The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Hotel Iowa City

Frequently asked questions

Does The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection?

As of 15 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection on 22 Jul 2025 start from £91.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection located?

This family-friendly Iowa City hotel is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Iowa and Mercy Hospital. Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Highlander Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 882 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 882 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 882 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 882 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 882 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

The pool and outside courtyard are both extremely spacious and very family friendly areas. This hotel was a great bargain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Would recommend and go back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Lots of fun! Marvelous decor and dramatic pool room. I enjoyed the evening bonfire while watching the full moon rise. It is just off I 80 so super convenient for cross country travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Fun pool, unique property, friendly staff. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff were super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10

Physical ant and design
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Overall nice and a little dated
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Excellent experience every time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

The place was nice and the room was nice. We went with 2 small children. I wish it was just a little bit more small kid friendly. If you have school age kids the pool and outside areas would be perfect.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Room overlooking the pool was very nice. For 5 stars on the property condition, they would have to repair some ceiling areas over the pool, but this is a minor point overall. We checked in late, but the waiter in the bar offered to take our food order and deliver it to us in the pool area so we could enjoy the pool before it closed. Super nice guy, and I wish I would have gotten his name so I could acknowledge him here. Wristband room key was a first for me, but a great idea.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10

I was worried when I first pulled up but in this situation you can not judge a book by its cover! The hotel its self looks like a basic banquet hall but as soon as you walk in you can feel the time they took to make it like a 1960/1970 hang out. It was well decorated, had multiple areas to play games or listen to records(yes I said records!), fire pit outside, and finally the best part of the hotel, the pool. It was extremely clean and the perfect temperature. We booked a room pool side so it even came with our own reserved table. I can’t say enough good things about this hotel!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10

Nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff was very attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

The pool was a lot of fun.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

It was super cozy and comfortable in the hotel. I loved the design and layout of the building. The court yard and pool is super cozy and inviting! I would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

We loved this place. It’s very unique very chill and very family friendly. Great service, food, and facilities. It’s a historic hotel keeping up with the current times. There is no elevator but everything was very clean and very fun. Arcade was great. Pool was great. And breakfast was delicious! Staff was wonderful. We will go back for sure and highly recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Fun, funky vibe. Facilities generally in good condition, but looking a little bit tired
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10

No coffee, no breakfast, no microwave, metal seat to eat at table (only one, mind you) and 5 inches from TV. Would not stay again even for less than $250.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Didn't feel like just a copy paste hotel. Unique furnishings and decor. Parking was amble and close. Drinks and dining were delicious. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Rooms were clean. At the time of my visit the pool and hot tub were closed due to issues with the filtration system. Looking forward to visiting again, and hiking the pool and hot tub will be functioning properly 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Pool area was nice. Hot tub was clean and comfortable temperature. Beds were comfortable. Unique artwork and designs throughout the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Loved the pool. Kids enjoyed the arcade. Staff was friendly. Liked the 12 PM check out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

My partner and i had an amazing stay here over our spring break. We got a poolside room, everything was incredibly clean, even during busy season. Always friendly/helpful wait staff available! Our bartender and chef during our stay was phenomenal! Everything about our stay kept us in awe from the views, activities, food, there is something for everyone here! It’s is always worth the visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The Highlander is a very cute hotel with such a vibe! We only wished we had been able to stay longer to enjoy it more!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

For those traveling with electric vehicles, there are two complimentary level 2 chargers on the property for guests!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025