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Best Iowa City vacation rentals

Goosetown Getaway -- 10 min walk from downtown and campus - Iowa City - Restaurant
Goosetown Getaway -- 10 min walk from downtown and campus
Iowa City, IA
8.0Very good(3)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
$172+
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3 blocks from the University of Iowa Kinnick Stadium & Hospital - Iowa City - Building
3 blocks from the University of Iowa Kinnick Stadium & Hospital
Iowa City, IA
9.5Wonderful(9)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$789+
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Cute and Cozy 3BR House with Parking - Iowa City - Bedroom
Cute and Cozy 3BR House with Parking
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(8)
House
$327+
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New Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patio townhouse - Iowa City - Balcony
New Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patio townhouse
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(1)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$358+
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Walk to Sycamore Mall, 5 Min Drive To City Center, 8 Beds Home, Fenced Yard - Iowa City - Patio
Walk to Sycamore Mall, 5 Min Drive To City Center, 8 Beds Home, Fenced Yard
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(2)
House
$213+
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Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful! - Iowa City - Balcony
Steps to Downtown Iowa City, Cozy and Colorful!
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(6)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$658+
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Charming, 1-bedroom 'Barndominium' on organic vegetable farm in Iowa City - Iowa City - Living room
Charming, 1-bedroom 'Barndominium' on organic vegetable farm in Iowa City
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(2)
Apartment
$205+
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Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown - Iowa City - Living room
Lovely 3BR Close to Downtown
Iowa City, IA
9.9Wonderful(21)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$328+
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New Modern Townhome With Rooftop Patio 2 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning - Iowa City - Balcony
New Modern Townhome With Rooftop Patio 2 Bedroom Townhouse by RedAwning
Iowa City, IA
House
Free Wi-Fi
$384+
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Fully renovated 3-bedroom house in Iowa City. Walking distance to Kinnick & UIHC - Iowa City - Building
Fully renovated 3-bedroom house in Iowa City. Walking distance to Kinnick & UIHC
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(4)
House
$384+
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Downtown Iowa City - Brand New Luxury Stay - Iowa City - Kitchen
Downtown Iowa City - Brand New Luxury Stay
Iowa City, IA
9.0Wonderful(2)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$474+
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402 Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhouse - Iowa City - Living room
402 Spacious 3 Bedroom Townhouse
Iowa City, IA
9.0Wonderful(11)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$296+
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Cozy 2-bdrm home minutes from Kinnick and Melrose tailgating, AC, WiFi, parking - Iowa City - Living room
Cozy 2-bdrm home minutes from Kinnick and Melrose tailgating, AC, WiFi, parking
Iowa City, IA
8.0Very good(3)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$352+
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3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Large 3 Level Condo West Side Iowa City - Iowa City - Balcony
3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Large 3 Level Condo West Side Iowa City
Iowa City, IA
9.6Wonderful(27)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$283+
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Swanky Mid-Modern Century-5 Decks-90 inch 4K Screen - Iowa City - Living room
Swanky Mid-Modern Century-5 Decks-90 inch 4K Screen
Iowa City, IA
10Wonderful(1)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$936+
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Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City - Iowa City - Dining room
Secluded studio getaway- only 4 miles from Downtown Iowa City
Iowa City, IA
Apartment
$207+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for vacation rentals in Iowa City

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Iowa City with confidence.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a vacation rental in Iowa City?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Iowa City, with an average nightly price of $189. The highest prices are found on Tuesday, with average rates at $711.

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May
December
$304
$303
Cheapest month to stay with an average 50% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 79% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Iowa City vacation rental deals

  • Pet friendly is the most popular vacation rental property amenity in Iowa City
  • Vacation rentals in Iowa City are around 73% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Iowa City.
  • The best vacation rental properties in Iowa City are Comfortable and Quiet Iowa City House, Attached garage (10.0, 22 reviews), Spacious and Convenient Getaway (10.0, 27), and Luxurious Condo in Heart of Downtown Iowa City (9.9, 26), based on ratings and reviews from real travelers.
  • Downtown is the neighborhood in Iowa City with the most affordable vacation rental properties (1 properties with an average price of $226 per night). 404 Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse is the most popular rental property in Downtown.
  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in Iowa City, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in Iowa City can be found in May and August.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in Iowa City is Thursday. In contrast, the most expensive is Tuesday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in Iowa City for 30 days.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in Iowa City

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Iowa City?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in Iowa City. You’ll find apartments, caravans, condos, cottages and houses.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in Iowa City?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Iowa City vacation rentals, with around 2% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

  • How much is a vacation rental in Iowa City for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Iowa City vacation rentals for this weekend for as low as $384 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • How can I find vacation rentals near me in Iowa City?

    Take a look at our vacation rentals map to find the best vacation rental homes near you.

Where to stay in Iowa City?

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