
Family-friendly vacation rentals in Iowa City
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Donut Suite
Enjoy easy access to everything from this perfectly located home in Coralville, Iowa. Coralville is 5 minutes from Iowa City. Only 5 minutes from I-80, 10 minutes from the U of I and 2 miles in all directions to many restaurants. Your section of the home is private with a separate entrance. We have a Ranch with a walkout basement. It's like an apartment within a home. The Donut Suite is the entire downstairs of our home. There is only 1 stair from where you park to the entrance of the suite.

Spacious and cozy entire Lower Level Suite
Relax and recharge in a spacious private lower level suite. Independent guest entrance to 1000 sqft of private space in a quiet and walkable neighborhood. Free parking on premises. Perfect for resting after a long drive (3.5 miles from I-80), visiting family on campus (2.4 miles), traveling professionals at hospitals (2.6 miles), or sports fans wanting a quiet retreat after leaving Kinnick stadium (3 miles) or Coralville Xtream Arena (6 miles). Less than a mile away from shops and restaurants.

Cozy Studio near Kinnick Stadium
Cozy Studio Near Iowa's Best Attractions! Perfect retreat for sports fans, medical professionals & families • Kinnick Stadium → 1.3 miles • Iowa Soccer Complex → 0.6 miles • Iowa Baseball/Softball Fields → 2.0 miles • UI Hospital → 1.4 miles Free Private Parking: One dedicated space Contactless Self Check-In: Access anytime with easy instructions sent to your phone On-Site Management: Available 24/7 for a seamless and stress-free stay * Private lower-level unit accessed via exterior stairs

Entire lower level! Modern and renovated /King Bed
Fully renovated, modern lower level in a quiet and safe neighborhood. Close to parks, U of I Hospitals & Clinics, Kinnick and Carver. Guests have their own private lower level with private entrance and check in. 1100 square feet of space. The bedroom features a king size bed with all new linens. Two living areas include: queen bed, large flatscreen tv and fireplace. The kitchenette features a refrigerator, microwave, hot plate, toaster oven, washer/dryer, coffee bar and sink. EV charging.

Contemporary Tiny House & Low Tech Hot Tub
The tiny home experience. Kitchen, living room, closets, bathroom, & lofted bedroom are all masterfully tucked into 232 sq ft. Attractive backyard space complete with bistro lighting, & a minimalist seasonal hot tub ( No chemicals, no jets. Freshwater on demand hot water). Just minutes away from shopping areas, downtown, and great restaurants. It's just half a block from a local grocery store. Nine minutes from newbo. Your hosts will be available to help you acclimate to the fun experience.

The Milk House at Lucky Star Farm
The Milk House is a unique space located in the countryside, between Iowa City and Kalona. This 700 square foot home has ample parking and room for four adults. The house is well appointed with a full kitchen, two luxurious queen beds, wifi and a Smart TV. Guests are invited to explore our 20-acre working farm with lots of livestock and two friendly dogs. It's a perfect blend of rural living with the perks of beautiful Iowa City 15 minutes away. Come unwind at Lucky Star Farm!

The Uptown B - Uptown Marion
Welcome to The Uptown B! This beautifully renovated upstairs duplex blends historic charm with modern comforts. Enjoy a brand-new kitchen and a luxurious rainfall shower for a spa-like experience. Just a few blocks from Marion Town Square, this quiet retreat offers easy access to shops, dining, and attractions. ✔ Private Entrance & Outdoor Staircase ✔ Free Street Parking ✔ Walkable to Downtown Book your stay at The Uptown B today! ** Brand new washer/dryer unit in 2025

River Street Suite
Enjoy the beautiful Iowa River and Peninsula Park Views, in this private and peaceful guest suite apartment with private outdoor entrance and driveway. Walk to the Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Kinnick Stadium, UI Medical Campus & Veterans Hospital. Located in a highly sought-after walkable location off the Iowa River Corridor Trail. Less than a mile away from Hancher Auditorium & UI Campus. A 5 min drive to downtown Iowa City, Iowa River Landing Coralville and I-80.

At Home in Goosetown
Completely renovated one-bedroom apartment in a quiet neighborhood in the heart of Goosetown. Just minutes from downtown Iowa City and the University of Iowa. North Dodge Ace Hardware and the NODO Cafe are a short block and a half away. The Kitchen is fully equipped. The apartment also has a washing machine and dryer available on site. We also now have WIFI in the unit for your convenience.

Moco Bungalow Mount Mercy & Coe
440 sqft of Adorableness! Itsy Bitsy, Pequeno, small, cute, darling are the words I would use to describe this Tiny house. Within walking distance to Mt. Mercy and Coe college. Right off the exit of I 380 Interstate. As close as you can be to downtown. Maybe 5 minutes away from the bike trail. 2 car parking off street. 1 queen bed and pull out couch. Washer and dryer.

2 Bed Basement Apt 13 Minute Walk to Kinnick
2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment available for your stay in the Iowa City area. Close to Kinnick Stadium, University of IA Hospitals & Clinics and other west side campus locations. Fully furnished with dishes, linens and high speed internet. Still grabbing a few items so please excuse sparse pictures while we finish shopping. Short or long term stays welcome.

Cozy NewBo Historical Herda House
One of the oldest houses in Cedar Rapids this quaint 250 square foot - 1 room home is centrally located in the NewBo Arts & Cultural District. Just steps to bars, restaurants, coffee shop, retail, CSPS theatre and NewBo City Market. Within walking distance of breweries, downtown, Czech Village, biking trails, McGrath Amphitheater and public transportation.
Popular amenities for Iowa City family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Cozy 1 bed Apt 1.5 mile to downtown

Hawks Nest- Charming Guest House with a View

Historic county owned owl Preserve & Farm House

Amana Country Getaway

G&C Acres, our Little Slice of Heaven in Iowa

Riverview Farmhouse Style

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Cozy Casa w/ Private Hot Tub
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Cozy Historic Cottage

Kingston Gateway Suite

Private Guesthouse

Hawk Central*I-80*King beds

Cheerful AND Cozy 2BDRM residential- Pets welcome!

House w garage, Large, hospital, kinnick, dogs ok

Modern Stay Near Downtown & Univ. of Iowa

The Heart House in NewBo
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Foosball & Outdoor space-The Hidden Oasis

Serene Bird's Nest Apartment

Spacious home set on an acreage with a pool

Private, 3 bedroom basement apt: pool and hot tub

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Wooded pool side cabin getaway.

Cozy Cedar Rapids Pad - 2 Blocks to Mercy Care!

Hawkeye Hog house. Is this heaven??? No, it's Iowa
When is the best time to visit Iowa City?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | ﺩ.ﺇ533 | ﺩ.ﺇ584 | ﺩ.ﺇ577 | ﺩ.ﺇ569 | ﺩ.ﺇ687 | ﺩ.ﺇ577 | ﺩ.ﺇ591 | ﺩ.ﺇ650 | ﺩ.ﺇ863 | ﺩ.ﺇ918 | ﺩ.ﺇ977 | ﺩ.ﺇ661 |
| Avg. temp | -7°C | -4°C | 3°C | 9°C | 16°C | 21°C | 23°C | 22°C | 17°C | 10°C | 3°C | -4°C |
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4.8 Average rating
Iowa City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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