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Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!

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A patio with white Adirondack chairs and a small table, featuring striped cushions.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a piano. There is a door leading to a dining area.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, surrounded by chairs. A bookshelf and a globe are visible on the left.
A single-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to University of Iowa

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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About the area

Iowa City

Mann, a neighbourhood in Iowa City, is home to this holiday home. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History and The Englert Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Finkbine Golf Course and Pleasant Valley Golf Course. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and Iowa Children's Museum are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling, ice skating and sledging.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Englert Theater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Iowa Old Capitol Building - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Old Capitol Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scout’s Honor - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Micky's Irish Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Green House - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! on 10 March 2027 start from NZ$1,488, 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.

How much is parking at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! located?

Located in Mann, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mercy Hospital and University of Iowa. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and Iowa City Public Library are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great host, location and house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great host! We had an awesome time and would definitely book again. Thank you for making our trip to Iowa City memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space and amazing hosts!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Football weekend in Iowa city. This house was a five minute walk to the pedestrian mall in Iowa city. The house was absolutely as advertised. A lot of snacks as well as water in the refrigerator and ice in the freezer. Host communicated each day! Would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well appointed, and well located.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the waters and snacks! Also products in the bathrooms were a plus!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Had a great time and was able to enjoy the IA City experience on foot.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved being so close to downtown - easy walking distance to everything! Clean and well-equipped kitchen and baths, and very well laid out for a comfortable stay for 8. Neighborhood was quite quiet and peaceful, too, for being so close to the hospital and downtown. Would stay there again in a second.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were so thoughtful. Stocked the coffee and snacks, bottle of wine, and essential travel toiletries (beyond the shampoo and conditioner). It was a great location to walk everywhere and space to spread out a bit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for a football weekend

Great house in a perfect location, very well maintained and stocked. Owners were clear and friendly in communication and it made for a perfect family hangout on a Hawkeye football weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained and comfortable. Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th birthday weekend

A small group of friends stayed to attend a couple of local events in celebration of a 40th birthday. The location was perfect, and the house well suited to our needs. Hosts were very responsive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2025
Thanks for the kind words, Michelle! And Happy 40th to the birthday person! So glad you celebrated with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together for graduation weekend

The property was perfect for a family weekend. The bedrooms were comfortable and there was plenty of space to hang out, eat, and play games. The home offered everything we needed. The owners were super easy to communicate with. It’s a quiet street in walking distance to many shops, restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2025
So glad you enjoyed the weekend! Thanks for taking such good care of our place, and look us up when you’re back in town! Cheers!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our football weekend! Every need was met for our party of six. The home was charming, well decorated, and well maintained. The appointments were over the top – bed and bath linens were wonderful. The kitchen was very nicely stocked, including a lovely welcome package. The owners were very easy to communicate with and the location was perfect for our needs. All said, a Five Star Home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hawkeye Heaven

The home was very clean and decorated wonderfully. Loved the porch swing and the touch lamp in the bedroom. Loved this lovely home 😊. Owners sent us the passcode in plenty of time to get in. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rate in the perfect neighborhood! Jake was great throughout the process and that made this trip easy and fun. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2026
Thanks so much for staying with us and for the kind words! We enjoyed hosting you and would love to welcome you back next time you're in Iowa City!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house, very clean, well supplied with everything you could need. Bedrooms were spacious, beds very comfortable. Great decor, with welcoming atmosphere. Location to downtown a plus. Communication with host was excellent. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2026
Thank you for the kind words! So glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Hope you'll stay with us next time you're in Iowa City!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I were in Iowa City for my daughter's graduation from Dental School. The host put an "Iowa Graduate" sign in the front yard which all of us thought was very touching and the sign that the host listened to their guests and cared about their stay. My daughter took a few pictures with the sign and she was also very appreciative of that! The property was everything the host said it would be in the description. No surprises. The hosts responded quickly to messages. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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