This has the be the loudest hotel I've ever stayed in, and I travel about 200 days a year for work…read more It's so ridiculous that they actually have a sign in your room saying a train comes through and they give you ear plugs to help with the noise....but it still wakes you up. Never in my life have I come across something so ridiculous! On top of that there is a main road that goes in front of the hotel and it sounds like a mix of NASCAR and a monster truck rally going on. The beds are also tiny, I got 2 twin sized beds...I don't think they are even double sized. My childhood bed was bigger than these. I'm not exaggerating when I say this is the loudest hotel I've ever stayed at. If you value sleep and a quiet room do NOT book this hotel.

Great hotel in the heart of downtown. Clean quiet rooms with a restaurant on the inside call 350,…read moreand it's on the 16th floor. Friendly folks and plenty of places to eat. Now, not many shops open on Sunday and downtown was like a ghost town. Hopefully it picks up during the week. If in the area give it a try.

The breakfast food is worth traveling to and eating. I have been here twice and have not been…read moredisappointed. The team here is friendly and very professional. Cooks in the back hats off to them as well. I really like the newspaper articles on the way that displays the history of the restaurant. The food is very good and having fresh pineapple juice is even better.

5/5 Everything…read moreexceeded my expectations. From the complimentary private car picking us up and taking us to the airport. The 2 for 1 drinks at the bar - they literally handed me two espresso martinis. The hotel restaurant impressed me with every single dish. For Cedar Rapids, Iowa - I'm blown away. I might make a return trip just for the Oreo cheesecake.

I stayed last night and had a major problem with third party booking company…read more Rachael, at the front desk, worked VERY hard to get everything worked out for me. In the end, Residence took care of me! Bed was comfortable, room was spacious and clean. I will definitely be back!

I come to the University of Iowa twice a year to participate in an Alumni Advisory Board with the…read moreCollege of Engineering. We meet for dinner on a Thursday night and then participate in an all day meeting on Friday. I have found my entire volunteer effort to be rewarding and am grateful for this modest opportunity to give back to the College that was such a key piece of my long career. I'm happy to make the long trip from Northern Nevada, but there are expenses to consider. In particular, hotel space during the recent Homecoming weekend was both sparse and expensive. I planned for this by making my reservation (almost a year in advance) further away from Iowa City towards Cedar Rapids. At the time, the Hotel with the best combination of proximity (maybe 30 minutes away) and price was this Residence Inn by Marriott. The Hotel was easily accessible off (and on) the 33rd Avenue exit off I-380, with easy parking, and short drives to various dining options. I found the Lobby/Breakfast area to be comfortable and welcoming. The free hot breakfast was also more diverse and interesting than I've come to expect. During my 3-night stay, it was clear that other Hawkeye fans had the same idea, although we were in the minority to the various trades guest who were staying here. My room was very spacious and relaxing. I appreciated the division between bedroom and Livingroom, and a nice Kitchen. The showers were strong and hot, and with good Wi-Fi. My only quibbles were that the Livingroom was a little dark (even when fully lit) and I should have asked for maid service at least once within my 3-day stay. I'll be back in the Iowa City area next April and October. Room availability will probably be easier in Iowa City next Spring, but you just might find me here for the next Homecoming. Go Hawks!

Clean hotel with plenty free parking space. Large dining area. The complimentary breakfast was…read moredelicious: waffles, eggs, a protein (one night was bacon , the other sausage patties), oatmeal, cereal, fruit, coffee, etc. The kitchen employee responsible for the food as friendly and helpful. You could tell she enjoyed her job and was t bothered by you coming down to eat, even in the last 10 min of closing. Rooms were large and clean. No complaints. Will definitely stay again.

Newer hotel. Clean room. Had come here to go to Scrapmania and this hotel gave you a discount. Room…read morewas quiet, except at bedtime. Girls hockey team was staying there and there were several out in the hall just carrying on like girls do. But there is a quiet time policy from 10p-7a. I was not feeling well so we called to the desk. They took care of it right away so I got a good night's sleep. Breakfast was ok. Mind you I'm picky. They had western omelets and cheese omelets, sausage and patty links, pancake maker, yogurt, toppings, bagels, cereal, juice, milk and cinnamon rolls. I will tell you that Holiday Inn Express has the best pancakes. If you stay at one, and like pancakes, get them. I don't care for cheese omelets so I stopped at McDonald's to get some eggs. Staff is friendly. It is pet friendly.

I stayed here last Saturday night after attending the Iowa - Purdue homecoming game in Iowa City…read more I was here because hotel rooms in Cedar Rapids were way cheaper over this big college football weekend than closer to campus. +/- - Relatively small and dark Lobby area. - Storage facility view from the room's window. PROS - Easy access from I-380. - Free parking - Close to The Map Room, a restaurant favorite downtown. - A surprising good free hot breakfast. - Large comfortable and clean room. - Nice price - Friendly and helpful staff

Met here for a family event, staff was courteous and helpful. Environment was clean and bright…read more Room was cared for appropriately with no concerns.

This hotel was really nice, conveniently located in town, and had such kind employees! The indoor…read morepool was awesome for my kind to swim and a great snack selection at the front. It's located near plenty of food options and stores if you need anything. Our room was really clean and very nice. We had one king bed and a pullout couch bed that worked perfect for us. I would definitely stay here again!

Charged a 150.00 out of town fee when I live in Cedar Rapids less than 15 miles away from the…read morehotel. Did not see this anywhere on the website.

Everyone is very friendly and hospitable. Wonderful large lobby for sitting and a restaurant. We…read moreplayed Play Nine with our son at a restaurant table later that evening. Played in the pool with our grandson in the afternoon. Our server was really friendly for dinner and the food was pretty good. Large grassy lawn for dogs out back. Very dog friendly. Although I would hope they would clean the poop for a $75 pet fee. So disappointing these hotels let us bring our pets and some people don't bother cleaning after their pets. It's so rude to the next dog owner. And to the establishment. I would raise the fee too. But then I would clean up after irresponsible dog owners so the next people don't have to risk stepping in it. Other than that it was the perfect stay. They really make you feel at home.

All in all the hotel was new, clean and the room was large. Bathroom, bed, furniture was all…read moreexceptionally clean too. Your feet didn't stick to the floor like many places. The HVAC was refreshingly quiet. The hotel lobby has a piped in fragrance that immediately puts you at ease. They have a pool, full service restaurant and a bar. The only thing that was describing was the shower water pressure. It was so bad if I had decided to wash my hair I would not ever have gotten the shampoo out of it. It hurt my heart because everything else was so good and then the final thing we do was epically bad. Hopefully there is a way to fix it for their sake. I did tell them at the front desk as we checked out but it didn't seem to register with the person I told.

BED BUGS!!!!!!!!!! Eaten all over my arm and head!!!!!! I specifically asked about bed bugs at…read morethe front desk because the place looked a little sketchy!! So ticked at these people!!

ALL staff were kind and accommodating. The two gentlemen on duty on what was to be our final night…read morewere understanding and responsive in getting us a decent rate when we needed to extend due to the hurricane blocking our return to our Florida home. Sorry, didn't get names, but I recall they were both south Asian. Housekeeping was great as well, following our wishes to the letter. Rooms were quiet and CLEAN! This clean, complete and well-maintained hotel exceeded expectations for the area at any price, but especially at the AARP special rates we found. Amenities and kind gracious treatment from all staff are noteworthy. Not perfect, as the eggs seemed leftover for days and the coffee half strength at breakfast; we ate out half our days there despite the bargain of its inclusion. Queen beds are the norm, with a slightly higher rate for kings. Also sorry the extensive free gym/sauna/spa will close next year, though. Missed having new editions of The Gazette the last few days, as it stopped on Monday. Still nice to have a print newspaper in this day and age! PLEASE retire the brown, wrinkled fruit and empty stale coffee carafes in the front lobby. We've stayed before, and were grateful to see the standards hadn't slipped in the 7 years since!

Alright my 2nd hotel on this work trip with no Curtain to block the streets lights and morning sun!…read moreWTF. Room was fair, tvs did not fully work. Location is decent by highway. Floor of room not entirely clean, but I can manage. Free parking. But those damn curtains..... Water pressure: B- Heat: A

Sorry but I would avoid this hotel until renovations are done. It's a complete mess with nothing…read moreavailable to use( pool, work out room, business center) and even the TV channels mostly do not come in clearly. Friendly staff but I will not stay here until things are done. Suggestion: please indicate "under construction/renovations) on your website while booking so as not to disappoint your guests :(

I stay loyal to Marriott but this was very average. Walls had some stains, showers had mildew in…read morethe corners. The beds were comfortable but the thermostat in my room did not work and I was hot both nights of my stay. The entrance appears to be remodeled and they had a nice area with free breakfast. Staff was really friendly. Very reasonably priced and didn't have high expectations overall but there needs to be some upgrades to the rooms.

I am a Marriott platinum elite. I walked in at 11 pm after arriving at the airport only to be…read moretold that the general manager, Gloria Smith, decided to cancel my guaranteed reservation. I then had to walk at midnight a few blocks to a flea bag Ramada inn that did have a room available. Screw you Gloria, I'll never stay at your property again. If you treat your best customers this way, I wonder how occasional customers are treated.