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

1.7 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Daniel

£97

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern reception area with a 'Welcome to the Harvest State' sign, a refrigerated display case, and a reception desk.

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

1.7 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Susan

£110

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

1 mi from University of Northern Iowa

dave

£80

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

8.2 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Amy

£86

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

5. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

8.1 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Cristine

£86

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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.

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.

6. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

6.5 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Amanda

£93

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

7. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

5.9 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Patrick

£98

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

8. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

6.5 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Joan

£89

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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 central seating area, a reception desk, and a store.

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

9. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

3.1 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Chuck

£91

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

11.6 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Daisy

£56

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

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

11. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

9.1 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Monica

£78

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

12. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

3.2 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Robert

£77

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

7.7 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Michelle

£70

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

3.3 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Jim

£74

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

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

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

15. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

8 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Raunak

£54

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a staircase, bar seating, and a 'Delight in the day' sign.

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

16. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

2.3 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Debra

£79

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 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 hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

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

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

4.8 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Melissa

£52

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black refrigerator, a dishwasher, a coffee maker, and a microwave. There's a dining table with chairs and a pendant light above it.

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

18. Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

2.4 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Michelle

£73

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and bathroom visible through an open door.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a small countertop, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A Suburban hotel with a parking lot, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

19. Suburban Studios Waterloo

8.1 mi from University of Northern Iowa

Terry

£59

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, and a sunset painting above the bed.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a tiled floor, and a blue wall. There are windows along one wall, a door, and a counter with a sink.

A modern lounge area with blue patterned sofas, a glass partition, and a blue brick wall.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, a rowing machine, and a weight bench.

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

7.9 mi from University of Northern Iowa

kristen

£57

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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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 917 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 769 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls	9.2 Wonderful 426 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley	8.8 Excellent 983 reviews	View

Top University of Northern Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"An excellent location, very clean hotel, very helpful professional staff An excellent choice"

Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"Pleasant stay."

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were spacious and the beds amazingly comfortable. The check-in staff guy was very nice and friendly. Nice breakfast. The hot tub worked after hitting the button several times, but the water feature in the pool did not work, which bummed out my grandkids. But the pool itself was very nice."

Luxury Downtown Cedar Falls Retreat / Pool Table / Outdoor Dining / Sleeps 12

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Worked wonderful for a family wedding in town."

Outdoor Oasis With HOT TUB, Brick Patios, Large Deck & Fenced In - 3Bed/2Bath!

10/10 Excellent

"Great neighborhood and location, nice house very clean and spacious"

Cedar Falls 4BR Near UNI | Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fenced Yard

10/10 Excellent

"Mine friends and I have the best stay at Kelly’s place."

Gorgeous 5-bedroom, remodeled, historic home in Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"Overall very nice. My family lived there from 1971-1985. It is nice to see it restored and happy."

4BR Closest to UNI / Blackstone Grill / Deck Seats 13 / Sleeps 13

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful home, perfect for a family weekend!!!!Lots of cozy spaces to relax in and loved the deck"

Cedar Falls Townhome - New Construction - 3 KING BEDS!

10/10 Excellent

"Property was clean and everything worked for us."

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 6 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 Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park.

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

Expedia has 6 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. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

5. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

6. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

7. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

8. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

9. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

10. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

11. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

12. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

15. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

16. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

18. Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

19. Suburban Studios Waterloo

20. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

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Top University of Northern Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

Suburban Studios Cedar Falls

Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

Luxury Downtown Cedar Falls Retreat / Pool Table / Outdoor Dining / Sleeps 12

Outdoor Oasis With HOT TUB, Brick Patios, Large Deck & Fenced In - 3Bed/2Bath!

Cedar Falls 4BR Near UNI | Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fenced Yard

Gorgeous 5-bedroom, remodeled, historic home in Cedar Falls

4BR Closest to UNI / Blackstone Grill / Deck Seats 13 / Sleeps 13

Cedar Falls Townhome - New Construction - 3 KING BEDS!

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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