200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: (319) 384-8756
Website: University of Iowa
Our primary and specialty care is provided by experts from all medical specialties, attracting patients from around the world. We offer our care in convenient, comfortable settings, using the most advanced approaches and with the best outcomes as our goal.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. In 2020-2021 four of our adult care specialties were ranked, including two in the top 10 among the nation's best, including ophthalmology (6th), otolaryngology (7th), gynecology (34th), and cancer (41st). Four additional specialties, gastroenterology, orthopedics, pulmonary, and urology, were listed as "high-performing."
- Ferhaan Ahmad, MD, PhD - Program Director & Cardiology, Genetics
- Maggie, E. Armstrong, MS, CGC - Genetic Counseling
- Mahi L. Ashwath, MBBS - Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging
- Steven Bailin, MD - Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Jay K. Bhama, MD - Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Kyoung Bin Im, MD - Neurology, Sleep Medicine
- Kathleen Detert, BA - Administrative
- Jess Fiedorowicz, MD, PhD - Psychiatry
- Michael C. Giudici, MD - Cardiology, Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Becky Gutmann, RN, BSN - Nurse Manager
- Katie Halbmaier, DNP, ARNP - Nurse Practitioner
- James Rossen, MD - Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology
Iowa City, Iowa is a university town along the Iowa River on the east side of the state. It is approximately 30 miles south of Cedar Rapids and 60 miles west of the “Quad Cities” of Davenport and Bettendorf, IA and Moline and Rock Island, IL. The University of Iowa was founded in 1847 and is the region’s top employer. Iowa City was the state capital until 1857, when that designation was transferred to Des Moines; however, the old capitol building has been converted into a museum. Sports are very popular, as the hometown Iowa Hawkeyes are members of the Big Ten Conference in college football. The arts play an important role as well, as Iowa City has been designated a UNESCO City of Literature by the United Nations, making it part of the UNESCO Creative Cities network, in addition to being home to the famed Iowa Writers Workshop. The Herbert Hoover Presidential Library is a local destination as well.
Winters in Iowa City are cold but feature only moderate snowfall. Summers are warm yet rainy. Don’t forget to check the weather a few days before you visit.
To learn the basics for the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Center of Excellence, click here. For a deep dive into all of your travel and housing options, expand each of the categories provided on this page. To dig into local lodging, including hotels and short-term rentals, scroll down, and click on the tab of your choice.
Lodging
There are plenty of lodging options in Iowa City and nearby Coralville, IA. The Center of Excellence is located on the University of Iowa Campus, in the heart of Iowa City. Click on the tabs above for our specific recommendations.
Specialized Accommodations:
- Helen K. Rossi Volunteer Guest House at Heartland Inn, 87 2nd Street, Coralville, IA (319-384-9240 OR 4-9240 from hospital phones)
- Gives comfort and lodging to family members of inpatients at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, including University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
- Do not call or book through the Heartland Inn directly.
- Ronald McDonald House of Iowa City at 730 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA, 52246 (319-500-7642)
- Provides support and comfortable accommodations for eligible families so they can stay close to their child receiving medical treatment at University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
A few items of note:
- The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics are located at 200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, IA 52242. The UI Heart and Vascular Center, which is home to the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy program, is in room 4800 of the John Pappajohn Pavilion (JPP) and can be accessed by taking Elevator I to Level 4.
- Most local accommodations are minutes from University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital, with the range of drive-times running from 2 to 12 minutes.
- On certain weekends, (Hawkeye home football games in the fall, University graduation in mid-May, and weddings in June) hotels and motels near the hospital tend to fill up well in advance.
- The following services are available if you need durable medical equipment at your lodging location:
- UI Home Solutions Medical Supply Store (319-384-5151)
- Located inside University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, in Suite 1105 of the Roy J. Carver Pavilion (RCP)
- 101 Mobility (319-669-5058)
- Local Stairlift specialists, who also rent medical equipment. Call them for details.
- CarePro Home Medical (319-351-3930)
- Product descriptions in the online catalog show what is available for rental.
- UI Home Solutions Medical Supply Store (319-384-5151)
Hotels
The annual average nightly hotel room rate in Iowa City, IA (excluding taxes) in 2024 is: $114. To find the best deals on hotels that don’t offer a COE discount, check the Offers or Specials page of the hotel website.
Many lodging options that do not include a kitchenette do have refrigerators and/or microwaves available to guests. You may need to request them in advance.
We’ve researched some HCM patient-friendly amenities you may wish to take advantage of, including patient pricing discounts, connecting rooms, kitchenettes, and courtesy shuttles. While you can use the UI Hotel Motel Guide to see all hospital partner hotels, our list of hotel recommendations is below.
We hope you’ll use the list below to assist in your hotel search:
Courtyard by Marriott (319-569-6777)
3-star hotel; The COE rate is $119/night plus tax and applies to Double Queen rooms only; be sure to reserve directly through the hotel and not a 3rd party in order to receive the discount. Connecting rooms are available and can be guaranteed only if you make the request at the time of reservation. The hotel has their own shuttle to the hospital, which runs every 1/2 hour, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am-7:00 pm; it must be scheduled at least one hour in advance. There is a microwave and mini fridge in every room. Self-parking is available on site for free but limited to one vehicle per guest room during Iowa football or basketball home games.
- COE Discount Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Handicap Accessible
- Hotel Courtesy Shuttle
- Self-Parking Available On Site (free)
- Google Top 10 Reviews
Hampton Inn Coralville (319-351-6600)
3-star hotel; The COE discount rate is $94/night plus tax; call to make your reservation. Connecting rooms are available but cannot be guaranteed. King Suites have sofa beds. Microwaves and mini fridges are available in all rooms. The hotel has their own courtesy shuttle, running 7:00 am-10:00 pm, anywhere in a 5-mile radius; call about an hour in advance to arrange. Free self-parking is available on site.
- COE Discount Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Handicap Accessible
- Hotel Courtesy Shuttle
- Self-Parking Available On Site (free)
Heartland Inn Coralville (319-351-8132 OR 800-334-3277)
2-star hotel; The COE discount rate is $78.99/night plus tax; call to make your reservation. Connecting rooms are available but cannot be guaranteed; put in your request as early as possible. Some of the rooms have reclining chairs, and that request can be made at the time of reservation. A few rooms have kitchenettes, while all of the remaining rooms have a mini fridge and a microwave. The hotel has a complimentary Hospital Shuttle, which runs Monday-Friday, 5:20 am-8:20 pm, every half hour at 20 minutes after the hour and 10 minutes to the hour; it runs on weekends from 8:50 am-4:50 pm, once an hour. Free self-parking is available on site. Complimentary dinner is available Monday through Thursday nights, and complimentary breakfast is available every day. See “Specialized Accommodations” on the Lodging tab for special rates for families of inpatient adults and children.
- COE Discount Available
- Recliner Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- Hotel Courtesy Shuttle
- Self-Parking Available On Site (free)
- Google Top 10 Reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University (319-248-6100)
3-star hotel; The COE discount rate is $99/night plus tax, which you can reserve either by phone or online. Self-parking is available on site for $15/day in the city ramp behind the hotel, which has a 2nd floor skyway into the hotel and includes handicap parking. Some King rooms have a sofa bed. Connecting rooms are available but cannot be guaranteed. All rooms have a mini fridge and a microwave. There is a courtesy Hotel Shuttle to the Hospital that runs 7:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Saturday, on demand.
- COE Discount Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Handicap Accessible
- Hotel Courtesy Shuttle
- Self-Parking Available On Site (paid)
- TripAdvisor Top 10 Reviews
- Google Top 10 Reviews
hotelVetro Iowa City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (319-259-7111)
4-star hotel; The COE discount rate $109/night plus tax; call to make your reservation. Connecting rooms are available and can be guaranteed (single King to single Queen). All King and Queen rooms have a sofa, and those are pull-outs in the King rooms. There are kitchenettes in every room type except the Single Queen. Self-Parking is available in the city ramp on the corner of the hotel's block, and the hotel validates tickets for a rate of $15/day.
- COE Discount Available
- Connecting Rooms Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- Self-Parking Available Off Site (paid)
- TripAdvisor Top 10 Reviews
- Google Top 10 Reviews
Home2 Suites by Hilton Iowa City Coralville (319-337-5011)
3-star hotel; The COE discount rate is $89/night plus tax; call to make your reservation. Every room has a kitchenette and a sofa. Free parking is available on site.
- COE Discount Available
- Kitchenette
- Handicap Accessible
- Self-Parking Available On Site (free)
Short-Term (AirBnB/VRBO)
Short-term rentals are available in the Iowa City area, and the list below includes sole occupancy/single unit properties near the University of Iowa campus, some of which have one or more accessibility features. Review each individual listing for specifics.
Average review (1-5): 4.98
- House
- Self check-in
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Market House #202 - Luxury Condo, Northside IC
Average review (1-5): 4.92
- Apartment/Condo
- Self check-in
- Onsite laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Average review (1-5): 4.98
- House
- Self check-in
- Onsite laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Luxurious Condo in Heart of Downtown Iowa City
Average review (1-10): 10
- Apartment/Condo
- Onsite laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Iowa River Landing Luxury 2-Bed & 2-Bath Condo
Average review (1-10): 10
- Apartment/Condo
- Onsite laundry
- Kitchen
- On site parking
Travel information is provided through a collaboration between The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association and Reasonable Accommodations LLC.
The HCMA and Reasonable Accommodations will make their best effort to keep the Patient Travel Planning Guide as current as possible. The HCMA cannot give any guarantees with regard to the prices, opening times, and availability of any specified facilities. Additionally, just because facilities are mentioned does not necessarily mean that these will always be available. Changes may also have been made to the specified prices, opening times, and availability.
