Get Marveled! 10 Notable Iowa Meeting Hotels

Looking for a Iowa hotel for your next meeting or event that will leave your attendees energized and inspired? Look no further! If you’ve ever had an extraordinary experience at a hotel - exquisite décor, outstanding comfort, fantastic amenities, an exceptional restaurant onsite, or service that went above and beyond - you probably told everyone about it. Find out why we think you will marvel at these!

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

A distinctive, chic hotel and convention complex conveniently located in the heart of downtown Cedar Rapids, just minutes away from Quaker Oats and Rockwell Collins. You can’t go wrong with the hotel’s comfortable modern rooms and suites featuring plush topped mattresses, high-end linens, jumbo down pillows, plus a workstation. The hotel pampers meeting guests with 24- hour market, fitness center, pool, restaurant, bar, business center and over 20 meeting rooms with 68,000+ square feet of total event space.

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

The hotel is a treasured landmark in the heart of downtown Des Moines. Linked by climate controlled skyway to the Iowa Events Center, Wells Fargo Arena, and Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, it is strategically located close to major business in the area, such as Nationwide and ING Insurance. Featuring an impressive selection of Italian dishes at Scopri the on-site restaurant, and, 182 newly rejuvenated guest rooms, 30 suites and 7 meeting rooms with over 12,000 square feet of flexible event space.

Hotel Renovo

Feel the warmth of a Midwest welcome when you check in at the 102-room urban farm inspired Hotel Renovo. Designed with a minimalist approach, it offers guests a clean and relaxing atmosphere. Rooms are furnished with lavish bedding and spa-like amenities, and the restaurant serves food in a large scale breakfast space with an open concept bar in the lobby. After a long day in one of several modern event spaces, feel free to relax by taking a seat on the spacious front porch.

Hotel Blackhawk, Autograph Collection

Luxury and old-world charm have combined to make this hotel a local legend. Welcoming guests to the landmark building in which it’s been housed since 1915, the Hotel Blackhawk décor is chic and upscale, with indulgent amenities such as fine linens, 24-hour room service and suites with full kitchens, washer/dryers, whirlpool tubs and balconies. Its premier location offers easy access to the Quad Cities and is within walking distance of bike paths, Adler Theatre, RiverCenter and Figge Art Museum. With over 8,900 square feet of flexible meeting space and 6 event rooms there is also no lack of meeting space.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Retreat to this hotel if you’re in search of accommodations close to the Des Moines International Airport, Wells Fargo and Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo Arena, Iowa Events Center, Blank Museum, and the Des Moines River.  With complimentary Express Start breakfast, large indoor pool, onsite health club, free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, and business center, the Holiday Inn Express + Suites Des Moines Downtown got all your bases covered.     

Gateway Hotel & Conference Center at Iowa State University

Boasting 187 guest rooms and suites and over 17,000 square feet of adaptable space – make this Ames hotel the largest conference facility in Ames, Iowa. The Atanasoff Suite is furnished with a plush king bed, charming guest room with two queen beds, parlor with kitchenette, whirlpool tub, oversized shower with five showerheads and a mirror television setting. Located just minutes from Iowa State University and 30 minutes from Des Moines, this hotel is perfect for families and long term stays and meeting and conference groups.

Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf & Waterfront Convention Center

Connected by skywalk to the Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf's 500 guest rooms, you’ll enjoy proximity to the Quad Cities’ Waterfront Convention Center, plus many areas’ most inviting attractions, including restaurants, shops and the Mississippi River. Newly renovated hotel rooms welcome you with plush pillow top mattresses, comfortable bedding, flat screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Should you decide to hang out at the hotel, you can bet on a good time with an indoor pool, three restaurants, Las Vegas style entertainment, and of course, awesome gaming.

Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort

The perfect Iowa get-away takes place at this vibrant casino 97 room resort. Recently renovated accommodations range from guest rooms to suites, some featuring balconies with views of the Casino, golf course, and outdoor pool. Four on-site dining options include Robert’s Buffet, Sports Bar & Grill, Big Drop, and Ruthie’s Steak and Seafood. Relax in the hotel spa, take a dip in either the indoor pool or indoor/outdoor hot tub, try your luck in the casino, get in a workout at the fitness center or enjoy first class entertainment at the 1,100+ seating event center!

Sioux City Hotel &  Conference Center

With a conveniently attached Conference Center with space for up to 500 guests, the Sioux City Hotel & Convention Center offers relaxing guest rooms, 24-hour business center, and fitness center with close proximity to downtown restaurants, bars, pubs, movie theaters, live music venues, museums and more. Nearby Hard Rock Casino, Tyson Event Center and Mid America Air Museum promise exciting activities in your down time.

Hotel Julien Dubuque

Take a step back to a gentler time in this 19th-century upscale hotel that lies within view of the mighty Mississippi River. Revel in the lavish 133 rooms at Hotel Julien Dubuque bedecked with pillow-top mattresses, luxury linens, iPod docking stations, flat panel HD TVs, walk-in showers, and lavish bathrobes. The Capone Suite, with its etched glass doors, grand living area, and two large bedrooms, pays homage to a time when grandeur and glamor were expected in such a fine establishment. Complete with over 14,000 square feet of flexible event space, the hotel provides the perfect backdrop for meetings, conferences, conventions and more.

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