Book Graduate By Hilton Iowa City - Premium Seaview Hotel in Iowa City

Graduate By Hilton Iowa City integrates whimsical decor that celebrates local history and pop culture. The lobby features a central 'library' where books are shelved spine-backward, a design choice reflecting the idea that 'you can't judge a book by its cover.' Guest rooms carry the theme with playful wallpaper depicting pigs and cows, referencing Iowa's agricultural roots.

The onsite Graduate Food Hall offers a communal dining experience with diverse cuisine options. Wilder Restaurant serves a wide variety of food for hotel guests, while Poindexter Coffee provides pastries, breakfast items, and a wall made entirely of pencils. For evening drinks, the hotel bar opens when the coffee shop closes, ensuring continuous service.

A Top Golf Swing Suite is available onsite, providing guests with an immersive indoor golf experience. Bicycle rental allows guests to explore the downtown area and University of Iowa campus at their own pace.

Rooms include a 37-inch flat-screen HDTV, a work desk, and a lounge chair, with whimsical decor that varies by theme. Some rooms have motion-sensor bathroom lights that turn on automatically when entered, a design quirk noted by guests. Beds are comfortable with fresh sheets, and rooms offer in-room coffee via an electric kettle and instant coffee packets.

The hotel sits directly on Iowa City's Pedestrian Mall, steps from the University of Iowa campus and a 10-minute walk from Englert Civic Theater. A complimentary shuttle service runs to local attractions, and the hotel offers both a parking garage ($15 per day) and an electric vehicle charging station. Pet-friendly amenities include pet bowls and a pet policy, while the 24-hour front desk and security with CCTV provide guest safety.

Design: Whimsical college-town theme with spine-backward library books and pig-and-cow wallpaper

Dining: Graduate Food Hall, Wilder Restaurant, and Poindexter Coffee on site

Activity: Top Golf Swing Suite and bicycle rental available

Location: On Pedestrian Mall, 5 min from Carver Hawkeye Arena, 10 min walk to theaters

Services: Pet-friendly, EV charging, complimentary shuttle, 24-hour front desk