IOWA CITY A COLLECTION OF CURIOUS COMMUNITIES DESTINATION PLANNER WELCOME CONTENTS

AN EASTERN WELCOME 4 WHY IOWA CITY Thank you for considering the Iowa City area for your next event! I have been very fortunate to help 5 MEETING SERVICES lead the destination marketing efforts of our community for 18 years. I am as honored today as I was when first provided this opportunity and the reasons are clear. Iowa City, Coralville, North Liberty, 6 AREA MAP Johnson County and the make up a very special place. We are a cultured and diverse community. A place where critical discourse is truly revered. Collaboration is a way of life in 7 TRAVEL this community where hard work is honored. 8 MEETING FACILITIES Our team here at the Convention & Visitors Bureau along with our truly fantastic community partners will settle for nothing less than providing you and your group an exceptional experience. 20 ADDITIONAL HOTELS As Iowans, we are, by nature, an incredibly generous and inviting people and it is our goal that you return home in agreement. We look forward to the opportunity to serve and please don’t hesitate to 24 ALTERNATE MEETING VENUES reach out directly if our team can be of more assistance. 26 RESTAURANTS WITH MEETING SPACE

Josh Schamberger, President

OUR CURIOUS COMMUNITIES TESTIMONIALS

Iowa City is a center for art, culture, education and recreation. It boasts a vibrant, bike- and pedestrian-friendly downtown with many bars, restaurants, boutique shops and a blend of new urban “Downtown Iowa City is a fantastic, bustling “Coralville and area residents were fabulous in their and historic neighborhoods. Home of the University of Iowa, world class health care and a rich place filled with great businesses. The CVB, the interest and support of our show. We never anticipated literary heritage, the city continues to be recognized on a national scale. hotel, and the entire community made us feel very the number of people who would come to visit. It made Coralville boasts 1.2 million square feet of retail inside Coral Ridge Mall and continues to grow in welcome and provided great support!” the event a resounding success.” retail offerings. The 180-acre Landing brings together condominium space alongside hotels, local restaurants, boutique shopping, historical museum and sculpture walk. The Coralville - Smitty Smith, Folk Alliance Region Midwest - Mary Auth, Cat Fanciers Association, Midwest Center for the Performing Arts, a 482-seat, state-of-the-art venue, and a spacious public library also call this thriving community home. “The CVB staff was great to work with and were an “NAFSA Region IV is excited to gather in Iowa City/ North Liberty is a gateway to the many recreational opportunities afforded by parks, trails, Coralville excellent resource for our association as we planned Coralville for our 2020 conference. The area’s warm, Lake and Hawkeye Wildlife Preserve. In the heart of the city is the North Liberty Community our annual convention in Coralville. We greatly Midwestern hospitality, higher education roots and Center, home to the recreation center, outdoor aquatic center and Community Library, offering events and programs for all ages. appreciated all of their assistance and support in international connections make it a great fit for our making our convention a success!” event and our members.” This place is no doubt a welcoming and truly memorable place. So while you’re here, walk our streets, behold our scenic landscape and engage our diverse community. - Stacy Horner, Iowa Grocery Industry Association - Ryan Griffin, NAFSA Region IV Chair

SALES & SERVICING TEAM MEMBERS Laura Jaime Convention Sales Manager [email protected] (319) 337-6592 or (800) 283-6592

Sports Development Luke Eustice [email protected]

Monica Mims [email protected] (319) 337-6592 or (800) 283-6592

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Iowa City comprises a collection of three communities united as one. Servicing your meeting in the Iowa City area has never been easier. Our Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live, retire, and do business, meeting services team is committed to ensuring that our community hosts Iowa City is one of the most popular destinations in the Midwest. So what your best meeting possible. makes it so impressive?

CREATIVE SPACES PRE-BOOKING 70+ MILES OF Group breakouts can be in a ballroom, a performing arts venue or a historic Online RFP MULTI-USE TRAILS building. Whether outdoor and indoor, the kind of space chosen can provide a Bid proposal unique twist on a seemingly conventional gathering. City information Site tours LOCAL CULTURE PRIOR TO EVENT Farm to table restaurants, live music venues and retail establishments reveal a 75+ SITES ON THE humble, yet unashamed loyalty to the local community. Event planning consultation NATIONAL REGISTER OF Included as one of Expedia Viewfinder’s “Coolest Cities Off-site venue referrals HISTORIC PLACES in America,” you’ll want to experience Iowa City for yourself. Access to group activity packages Web calendar entries for public events Facilitation of local vendor service requests ACCESSIBILITY Assistance with customizing group activities Boutique shopping, independent dining establishments and News release distributed to local contacts group services are within easy reach. Promotion of public events at area roundtables Digital ad on ThinkIowaCity.com 24 BIG 10 Micro-site with attendee information ATHLETIC TEAMS BOUNTIFUL RESOURCES Partnerships with University of Iowa departments and facilities DURING EVENT beyond those of the city’s offerings provide an array of possibilities. Welcome bags to include local coupons and items Complimentary MERGE space day pass in downtown Iowa City LITERARY HERITAGE Community welcome remarks at group session 7 PERFORMING Welcome table at hotel check-in (staffed) With an admiration of creativity and articulated thought, this community is a Personal welcome for group VIPs (up to three) ARTS COMPANIES welcome place for ideas to grow. Home of the highly acclaimed Iowa Writer’s Custom welcome signage AND VENUES Workshop, Iowa City has been a designated UNESCO City of Literature VIP welcome bags (maximum of 10 at $25 value) since 2008.

CONCIERGE COMPLEMENTARY ACTIVITIES Community Concierge is a group of local residents who share Group activities, from yoga to wine tastings, can be seamlessly their enthusiasm and knowledge about the local area to welcome coordinated and integrated into a conference agenda. 150,000+ visitors during their stay. From providing a warm welcome to LOCAL RESIDENTS conference attendees to assisting with information booths at major PERSONALIZATION sporting events, these “local experts” are an extension of our destination and help make your event run smoothly for attendees. Dedicated and hospitable staff work hard to accommodate all of your unique needs. No request goes unnoticed in making your event a success.

Please note: some services are dependent on group size. ACCOMMODATION Contact us for how we can service your group specifically.

With 3,000 total sleeping rooms and more in development, planners can find ample options in accommodating attendees.

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Hospital Recreation Trail Visitor Information Places to Stay Map not to scale

DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES (MI)

Madison 178 Chicago 220 Milwaukee 257 St. Louis 261 Kansas City 291 Minneapolis 300

Located at the crossroads of (San Fransisco to New York) and Interstate 380/Highway 218 (St. Paul to St. Louis), Iowa City is a convenient trip from major metro areas.

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) is located just 20 miles north of the Iowa City area. CID serviced over 1.3 million passengers in 2019 and off ers 15 non-stop destinations. The Quad City International Airport (MLI) is located 65 miles to the east of Iowa City in Moline. Airlines include American, Allegiant, Delta, and United with 11 nonstop cities and connections beyond. A Bella Vista Bed & Breakfast Brown Street Inn Airport shuttle service is available in addition to taxi service. Comfort Suites Contact information for specifi c companies is listed online Coralville Marriott Hotel & Conference Center at ThinkIowaCity.com. Uber and Lyft are both ride-sharing Country Inn & Suites services that also operate in the area. Drury Inn & Suites Dutch Country Inn - Kalona Element Iowa City Fairfield Inn & Suites Coralville Graduate Iowa City Hampton Inn Hampton Inn Iowa City/University Area Heartland Inn IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HEARTLAND, WE’RE Hilton Garden Inn Historic Phillips House Bed & Breakfast ACCESSIBLE FROM ANY DESTINATION. Holiday Inn Express Home2 Suites Homewood Suites by Hilton Coralville The Hotel at Kirkwood Center - Cedar Rapids Hotel Chauncey hotelVetro Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown Iowa House Hotel Iowa Writers’ House MainStay Suites Quality Inn Radisson Hotel & Conference Center Residence Inn by Marriott Sleep Inn & Suites SpringHill Suites Super 8 Motel SureStay Plus by Best Western Coralville Iowa City Destination Planner | 7 Travelodge MEETING FACILITIES

CORALVILLE MARRIOTT HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER SPECIFICATIONS 300 E 9th St, Coralville (319) 688-4000 MEETING ROOM SQ FT DIMENSION RECEPTION BANQUET THEATER CLASSROOM U-SHAPE coralvillemarriott.com Coral Ballroom 15,000 107 x 140 1,000 1,000 1,200 700 - Salon A & B (each) 2,500 53 x 52 200 120 200 90 50 Executing a successful Coralville meeting is easy when you have access to state-of-the-art technology, a convenient location and an experienced team of event planners. Boasting the largest event space in the area, Coralville Marriott Salon C 5,000 107 x 46 400 240 400 150 100 Hotel & Conference Center features two ballrooms and 20 breakout rooms. From setting the stage for functional Salon D & E (each) 2,500 53 x 52 200 120 200 90 60 meeting space to helping you craft custom catering menus, its expert event managers are dedicated to ensuring every Oakdale Ballroom 7,200 70 x 99 500 350 600 300 - detail of your event is perfect. Salon I, II, IV, V (each) 1,250 35 x 33 50 50 100 50 25 Salon III 2,500 70 x 32 100 140 200 120 60 286 Total Sleeping Rooms Benson Room 510 25 x 20 - 30 25 15 15 21 Total Number of Meeting Rooms Borlaug Room 625 25 x 25 - 30 35 15 20 60,000 Total Meeting Space (sq ft) Chapman Catt Room 510 25 x 20 - 30 30 15 15 Clark Room 625 25 x 25 - 30 35 20 20 Kirkwood Room 625 25 x 17 - - - - - Slater Room 650 26 x 25 - 30 44 20 20 Van Allen Room 425 25 x 17 - - - 0 - Wallace Room 650 25 x 26 - 30 35 20 20 Wilson Room 384 24 x 16 - - 20 - - Wood Room 384 24 x 16 - 30 35 20 20 Exhibit Hall 30,000 191 x 151 4,800 2,850 4,050 2,400 -

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GRADUATE IOWA CITY SPECIFICATIONS 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City (319) 248-4460 MEETING ROOM SQ FT DIMENSION RECEPTION BANQUET THEATER CLASSROOM U-SHAPE graduatehotels.com/iowa-city Pre-function 2,573 - 600 120 - - - Wayne Ballroom 6,200 102 x 61 400 400 600 320 - Get inspired for your next Iowa City meeting or event inside the Graduate’s spacious and beautifully decorated Wayne A 1,580 26 x 61 150 80 125 80 30 meeting rooms. From elegant ballrooms to an executive conference room, the Graduate offers all meeting and event services. The adjoining hotelVetro Conference Center offers an additional 13,000 square feet of event space Wayne B 1,525 25 x 61 150 80 125 80 30 and six meeting rooms. Whether you require an intimate space for eight or a large banquet for 450, Graduate can Wayne C 1,525 25 x 61 150 80 125 80 30 accommodate your needs. Wayne D 1,580 26 x 61 150 80 125 80 30 Benson Room 1,215 64 x 19 130 70 90 - - 231 Total Sleeping Rooms Benson A 360 19 x 19 40 30 30 - 15 9 Total Number of Meeting Rooms Benson B 475 25 x 19 50 20 40 - 20 12,000 Total Meeting Space (sq ft) Benson C 380 20 x 19 40 20 30 - 15 O’Connor Room 665 35 x 19 - - - - 24 Hoak Room 990 33 x 30 - - - 50 -

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HAMPTON INN SPECIFICATIONS 1200 1st Ave, Coralville (319) 351-6600 or (800) 445-8667 MEETING ROOM SQ FT DIMENSION RECEPTION BANQUET THEATER CLASSROOM U-SHAPE iowacity.hamptoninn.com Kinnick A 594 27 x 22 50 32 60 30 20 Kinnick B 594 27 x 22 50 32 60 30 20 The Hampton Inn Hotel is conveniently located off I-80 providing guests easy access to both Iowa City and Kinnick C 540 27 x 20 50 32 60 30 20 Coralville with complimentary parking. Guests enjoy this hotel’s convenient location to Coral Ridge Mall, University of Iowa, Hancher Auditorium, Kinnick Stadium and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. The rooms Kinnick D 540 27 x 20 50 32 60 30 20 feature comfortable beds, complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen televisions. Start your day off right with free hot Kinnick Center 2,035 37 x 55 200 120 160 100 50 breakfast and enjoy premium coffee and tea, available in the lobby 24 hours a day. Kinnick Ballroom 4,400 80 x 55 400 400 400 250 - Isaac’s Hall 1,064 38 x 28 120 70 100 60 35 Executive Boardroom 120 15 x 8 8 - - - - Conference Room 208 432 24 x 1 24 24 30 20 15 Conference Room 234 468 26 x 18 24 - - - -

Total Sleeping Rooms - Hampton 115 Total Sleeping Rooms - Radisson 97 Total Number of Meeting Rooms 9 Total Meeting Space (sq ft) 5,464

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Whether you’re planning a corporate business meeting, an elegant banquet or a wedding celebration to remember, you’ll find the perfect venue at Radisson Hotel & Conference Center. Connected to the Hampton Inn, the Radisson offers over 6,500 square feet of flexible meeting space spread across 10 rooms, some of which can be divided into smaller spaces. Reserve the intimate Executive Boardroom, or host up to 400 guests in the 4,400-square-foot Kinnick Ballroom. Meeting space can be use by guests of both hotels.

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HILTON GARDEN INN SPECIFICATIONS 328 S Clinton St, Iowa City (319) 248-6100 MEETING ROOM SQ FT DIMENSION RECEPTION BANQUET THEATER CLASSROOM U-SHAPE iowacitydowntown.hgi.com Ballroom 2,788 82 x 34 220 200 240 174 - Salon I 1,517 41 x 37 120 100 130 99 39 Located in downtown Iowa City near the University of Iowa campus, guests can enjoy the fabulous food, drinks and amazing views on the rooftop restaurant and bar. This latest generation Hilton Garden Inn property features Salon I & II 2,205 63 x 35 170 150 180 129 - the finest amenities and design standards in the industry, including 3,000 square feet of Salon II 672 32 x 21 50 40 55 30 24 state of the art banquet space. Salon II & III 1,280 40 x 32 100 80 100 60 - Salon III 756 32 x 18 50 40 45 30 -

143 Total Sleeping Rooms 3 Total Number of Meeting Rooms 2,788 Total Meeting Space (sq ft)

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HOTELVETRO STUDIO SUITES SPECIFICATIONS 201 S Linn St, Iowa City (319) 337-4961 MEETING ROOM SQ FT DIMENSION RECEPTION BANQUET THEATER CLASSROOM U-SHAPE hotelvetro.com Lehman Ballroom 1 4,042 48 x 84 350 200 300 140 80 Lehman Ballroom 2 1,700 39 x 44 180 70 100 60 30 hotelVetro’s venues for business meetings and social events provide the backdrop you need for a successful Lehman Ballroom 1&2 5,742 87 x 128 350 270 400 200 - gathering. Its versatile event space can hold intimate affairs in the executive board room or host a lavish wedding celebration. More than 13,000 square feet of event space make hotelVetro the go-to Iowa City conference hotel in Plaza 1 1,057 24 x 43 100 50 70 40 20 the downtown area. Plaza 2 767 24 x 31 80 40 50 20 20 Plaza 1&2 1,824 24 x 74 180 90 120 60 40 56 Total Sleeping Rooms Plaza 3 650 24 x 27 70 30 30 20 20 6 Total Number of Meeting Rooms Boardroom 898 21 x 28 - 40 30 20 20 13,663 Total Meeting Space (sq ft) Roof Terrace 4,819 57 x 85 400 200 - - -

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FLOOR PLAN IOWA HOUSE HOTEL COMFORT SUITES ELEMENT IOWA CITY 2431 James St, Coralville 314 S Clinton St, Iowa City 121 Iowa Memorial Union, Iowa City (319) 338-3400 or (877) 559-3400 (319) 248-7900 North (319) 335-3513 Room choicehotels.com/ia113 marriott.com/cidel iowahousehotel.com

FIRST FLOOR East Lobby Main Lounge The Comfort Suites is perfectly located four miles from Coming in April 2020! Inspired by Westin® Hotels & Sunporch The Iowa House Hotel is conveniently connected to the Iowa Memorial the University of Iowa, Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Hancher Resorts, Element Hotels encourage a sense of wellbeing Union (IMU) on the University of Iowa campus, offering exceptional through a nature-influenced environment. Intuitively South Auditorium and Kinnick Stadium, allowing for convenient Room customer service, event planning, catering, and a variety of venues in one access to all the university has to offer. This Coralville hotel constructed with an efficient use of space, and with a focus location. The IMU has over 15 meeting rooms with updated technology, also offers guest laundry facilities and valet cleaning services on sustainability, Element helps you stay connected and feel river views, Wi-Fi, and a welcoming, knowledgeable staff to help make Art alive and balanced while you’re away. Gallery Hills Bank Hubbard for guest convenience. Bus parking is available for groups. Commons your meeting a success. Banquet and ballroom spaces are also available to Total Sleeping Rooms: 90 River Total Sleeping Rooms: 80 River Union Room accomodate everything from small groups to 1,200 seat lectures. Room Market Café One

Bijou Hotel Theater 90 Total Sleeping Rooms Check-in 21 Total Number of Meeting Rooms 33,214 Total Meeting Space (sq ft)

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SECOND FLOOR ROOM SQ FT RECEPTION BOARD THEATER CLASS U- STYLE ROOM SHAPE Hoover 340 - 12 - - - Miller 360 - 10 27 12 - Iowa House - Guest Rooms Minnesota 542 - 14 41 20 Kirkwood 380 - 10 27 12 12 Second Floor DRURY INN & SUITES FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES CORALVILLE Ballroom Lucas-Dodge 928 45 50 70 48 18 650 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville 815 1st Ave, Coralville 360 - 12 - - - (319) 337-4891 (800) MARRIOTT Lucas Miller marriott.com/cidco Dodge Purdue 450 - 12 32 24 - druryhotels.com

Ballroom Ohio State 717 - 24 60 40 - Lobby The Drury Inn & Suites is perfect whether traveling for Relax in modern hotel rooms and suites that feature plush

Indiana 612 - 14 55 20 - business or leisure. Guests enjoy free hot breakfast, free furnishings, plus enjoy a host of value-packed extras Kirkwood Board Room Hoover Michigan 887 - 18 60 36 - snacks and cold beverages at the 5:30 Kickback® and free including complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, executive boardroom, indoor pool, fitness center and more. The Michigan State 390 - 14 30 18 - Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. This Coralville hotel is located near the University of Iowa, Old Capitol Museum and other Fairfield Inn & Suites Coralville is committed to providing Northwestern 54 24 1,344 - 24 120 attractions. The property has a total of 180 rooms and 2,800 you with an outstanding stay. This hotel has 95 total sleeping Penn State 862 45 24 70 36 24 square feet of meeting space. rooms and offers 288 square feet of meeting space. THIRD FLOOR UI Museum Nebraska 30 120 54 24 of Art 1,344 60 River Room 560 36 18 24 - - Bijou Theater - - - 163 - - - - - 130 - -

Iowa Black Box North Room 1,287 50 30 40 24 24

Nebraska South Room 1,287 50 30 100 36 24 Michigan Iowa House Main Lounge 14,024 525 - 1,100 300 - Guest Rooms Penn Illinois State Theater Second Floor 6,540 315 - 750 220 -

Indiana Chicago Ballroom Lobby

Wisconsin Purdue Ohio State

Big Ten Northwestern Minnesota Lobby Michigan State

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HAMPTON INN IOWA CITY/UNIVERSITY AREA HEARTLAND INN HOME2 SUITES HOTEL CHAUNCEY 4 Sturgis Corner Dr, Iowa City 87 2nd St, Coralville 740 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville 404 E College St, Iowa City (319) 339-8000 or (800) 445-8667 (319) 351-8132 (319) 337-5011 (319) 519-6601 iowacityia.hamptoninn.com heartlandinns.com home2suites.com hotelchauncey.com

Situated along the Iowa River within minutes of the The Heartland Inn is located on the Coralville Strip and is This new all-suite extended-stay Hilton hotel located near Located in downtown Iowa City, on the 5th through the 8th University of Iowa hospital and campus, this inviting hotel the closest hotel to both the VA Hospital and the University Coral Ridge Mall features stylish suites with work space, floor of the Chauncey building, the Hotel Chauncey is a offers easy access to many popular attractions. Guests enjoy of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Choose from a variety of room HDTV, sleep sofa and kitchen with full-size refrigerator, modern boutique hotel with views overlooking Iowa City. It Hampton’s free hot breakfast, a modern fitness center and types from traditional and deluxe rooms to kitchenettes and microwave, sink and dishwasher. Enjoy complimentary fresh is a block away from the pedestrian mall for guests looking indoor pool and whirlpool. Enjoy free high-speed Internet whirlpool suites. The hotel offers 169 sleeping rooms and breakfast daily, Wi-Fi and parking. Be productive with on-site to shop or experience a local restaurant. access throughout the hotel. This property has a total of 93 1,450 square feet of meeting space. laundry and 24-hour business center. Total Sleeping Rooms: 51 sleeping rooms and 900 square feet of meeting space. Total Sleeping Rooms: 102

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON CORALVILLE 970 25th Ave, Coralville 921 E 2nd Ave, Coralville (319) 625-5000 or (800) HOLIDAY (319) 338-3410 hiexpress.coralvilleia.com coralvilleiowariverlanding.homewoodsuites.com

Coralville is a welcoming community adjacent to Iowa Located in the new Iowa River Landing District, the City and the University of Iowa. The hotel provides Homewood Suites by Hilton is conveniently located within a outstanding service and fine amenities, perfect for a business few miles of Carver Hawkeye Arena, Kinnick Stadium and or leisure stay. An indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center and other University of Iowa facilities. The hotel is steps from complimentary Express Start Breakfast Bar make any stay great food and beverage options such as a local craft brewing memorable. The Holiday Inn Express has 80 total sleeping facility and restaurant featuring the area’s first rooftop patio. rooms and offers 650 square feet of meeting space. Total Sleeping Rooms: 95

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HYATT PLACE IOWA CITY DOWNTOWN RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT COUNTRY INN & SUITES SUPER 8 HOTEL 255 E Court St, Iowa City 2681 James St, Coralville 2571 Heartland Pl, Coralville 611 1st Ave, Coralville (319) 569-2780 (319) 338-6000 or (888) 236-2427 (319) 545-8464 (319) 337-8388 iowacitydowntown.place.hyatt.com marriott.com/cidvl countryinns.com/coralvilleia the.super8.com/03415

This new hotel is situated at the forefront of arts, culture, The Residence Inn is an upscale all-suites hotel featuring From graduation and family reunions to classes and corporate Super 8 near University of Iowa is located off Interstate 80. entertainment and dining in downtown Iowa City. Sleeping full kitchens and appliances. It features a complimentary meetings, the Country Inn & Suites meets your needs. The Enjoy free SuperStart continental breakfast with waffles, and room amenities include the Hyatt Grand Bed, 49” flat screen hot breakfast buffet, light evening meal with beer and wine conference room includes a projector and available screen free 24-hour coffee and tea service. Stay connected using free TV, Cozy Corner with a sofa sleeper and ottoman, mini Monday-Thursday, wireless Internet throughout, business options. Top of the line catering is available upon request. Wi-Fi Internet access from the comfort of your room. This fridge, single serve coffee maker and luxury skin and hair center, high-tech fitness center, pool, guest laundry and large This hotel has 76 sleeping rooms and 1,600 square feet of pet-friendly Coralville hotel offers 24-hour front desk service care amenities. This hotel has 151 total sleeping rooms and outdoor patio. Residence Inn offers 100 total rooms and 550 meeting space. and guest laundry facilities with a total of 84 sleeping rooms. offers 1,800 square feet of meeting space. square feet of meeting space.

QUALITY INN SURESTAY PLUS BY BEST WESTERN 209 W 9th St, Coralville 200 6th St, Coralville (319) 351-8144 (319) 337-9797 choicehotels.com/ia025 bestwestern.com

Conveniently located off Interstate 80, the Quality Inn offers This pet-friendly hotel combines Midwestern charm with business King rooms with an oversized work area. Spacious homestyle comfort. Easy access to Interstate 80 makes it a suites have a lounge area with a sofa sleeper couch and a very convenient location. Hotel guests have access to a free 24 microwave and refrigerator for guest use. Total number of hour local and airport shuttle service. SureStay Plus has 103 sleeping rooms is 55. sleeping rooms and 963 square feet of meeting space.

MAINSTAY SUITES SPRINGHILL SUITES SLEEP INN & SUITES TRAVELODGE 2491 Holiday Rd, Coralville 1001 25th Ave, Coralville 485 Madison Ave, North Liberty 2216 N Dodge St, Iowa City (319) 625-2200 (319) 625-1001 (319) 665-2700 (319) 351-1010 choicehotels.com/ia152 marriott.com/cidsh choicehotels.com/ia131 travelodge.com

Maintain your lifestyle during longer stays at the MainStay Just across the street from the Coral Ridge Mall and the The Sleep Inn is conveniently located only minutes from Iowa Feel at home in Travelodge’s comfortable lobby with an Suites® hotel. Attractions near this smoke-free extended Black and Gold Store, the SpringHill Suites by Marriott is City, Coralville and Cedar Rapids. This North Liberty hotel is inviting fireplace. The hotel is conveniently located off of stay Coralville hotel include Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Iowa conveniently located near all of your area needs. Enjoy the near points of interest including Coral Ridge Mall, University Interstate 80. Amenities include an indoor pool and whirlpool, Children’s Museum, Amana Colonies and Lake Macbride hot complimentary breakfast before you board the Hawkeye of Iowa, the Iowa Children’s Museum, Hawkeye Downs guest laundry, free expanded cable/HBO and free high speed State Park. The business center offers access to a computer Express, or kick back and have a drink at the full-service bar Speedway, and Kinnick Stadium. It has 72 total sleeping Internet access in each room. Travelodge has 78 total sleeping with Internet and copy services. Mainstay has 71 total after a long day of meetings. This hotel has a total of 102 rooms and 1,800 square feet of meeting space. rooms and 1,200 square feet of meeting space. sleeping rooms and 485 square feet of meeting space. sleeping rooms and 375 square feet of meeting space.

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BROWN DEER GOLF CLUB HANCHER AUDITORIUM KIRKWOOD REGIONAL CENTER OLD CAPITOL MUSEUM 1900 Country Club Dr, Coralville | browndeergolf.org 141 E Park Rd, Iowa City | hancher.uiowa.edu 2301 Oakdale Blvd, Coralville | kirkwood.edu 21 Old Capitol, Iowa City | oldcap.uiowa.edu Brown Deer can accommodate weddings, meetings and special Hancher is a beautiful facility on the university campus that This new facility serves as a great meeting area for local business The historic Senate and Supreme Court Chambers offer unique events from 12 - 300 guests, with catering provided by the staff at welcomes performers from all over the world. Spaces include the and non-profit organizations. The lobby area is also available for meeting spaces in a historic setting. Full museum rental is the Coralville Marriott. spacious lobby, Strauss Hall and Hancher green. exhibit space or receptions. available, with space for receptions and intimate dinners.

OLD CAPITOL TOWN CENTER CARVER-HAWKEYE ARENA HERBERT HOOVER PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM & LIBRARY LITTLE LIGHTS ON THE LANE 201 S Clinton St, Iowa City | oldcapitoltownctr.com 1 Elliot Dr, Iowa City | hawkeyespaces.uiowa.edu 210 Parkside Dr, West Branch | hoover.archives.gov 2 Ember Ln, West Branch | littlelightsonthelane.com The Room accommodates up to 22 people at a One of the 25 largest university-owned arenas in the nation, The museum boasts an 160-seat auditorium, a conference room With a unique in-house catering option, bar service, preferred large conference table, with large windows that look out to the Carver houses the Feller Club Room and the Hadley Club Room, and museum galleries where tables can be arranged for a dinner vendor list and detailed planner, this beautiful and spacious venue downtown district. fully equipped to meet a group’s needs. or cocktail party. is welcome to weddings and other large events.

THE PARK LODGE AT TERRY TRUEBLOOD REC AREA CELEBRATION FARM THE IOWA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM MERGE 579 McCollister Blvd, Iowa City | icgov.org 4696 Robin Woods Ln NE, Iowa City | celebrationfarm.com 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville | theicm.org 136 S Dubuque St, Iowa City | mergeic.com The Park Lodge is a 5,870 square foot year-round venue that This unique facility is located on 5.5 acres with a backdrop of The engaging hands-on exhibits, large theatre area, and colorful A coworking space and hub for innovation, MERGE is situated seats up to 150. Amenities kitchen, gas fireplace and patio wooded land. The ingenuity that went into building the barns is private party rooms provide an environment that will delight all in the heart of Iowa City’s pedestrian mall and offers several overlooking the lake. evident in its 50-foot ceilings and the welcome scent of cedar. your guests, whether it’s a meeting for 25 or a party for 250. meeting rooms for small groups.

SOUTH SLOPE COMMUNITY CENTER CORALVILLE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 980 N Front St, North Liberty | southslope.com 1301 5th St, Coralville | coralvillearts.org 123 S Linn St, Iowa City | icpl.org 17 N Clinton St, Iowa City | mnh.uiowa.edu This first-rate indoor facility can be reserved for weddings, The space is designed to host full scale performances, lectures, Located in downtown Iowa City, Iowa City Public Library has Three halls - Iowa Hall, Hageboeck Hall of Birds and Mammal corporate events, fundraisers, banquets, meetings and receptions. presentations, panel discussions, film showings and more. Lobby one large, two medium, and two small meeting rooms, available Hall - are available for reception rentals for up to 150 in each. space is available for receptions and meet-and-greets. for reservation by eligible groups. The renovated Biosphere Discovery Hub can accommodate 50. UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ATHLETICS HALL OF FAME 2425 Prairie Meadow Dr, Iowa City | hawkeyespaces.uiowa.edu CORALVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY JOHNSON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS NED ASHTON HOUSE Conference rooms and reception areas can accommodate various 1401 5th St, Coralville | coralvillepubliclibrary.org 4261 Oak Crest Hill Rd SE, Iowa City | johnsoncofair.org 820 Park Rd, Iowa City | icgov.org size groups. Spaces include the Varsity Club Room, Smith The main and lower levels of the library offer flexible meeting The fairgrounds offer a unique facility for company training, Originally a private residence, the historic Ashton House Conference Room and Atrium. space within Schwab Auditorium and Meeting Rooms A & B. seminars, meetings and special events. accommodates up to 100 people for meetings, reunions, parties, weddings and receptions.

ENGLERT THEATRE KINNICK STADIUM PRESS BOX EVENT SERVICES 221 East Washington St, Iowa City | englert.org 825 Stadium Dr, Iowa City | hawkeyespaces.uiowa.edu NORTH LIBERTY COMMUNITY CENTER The Englert offers the Douglas and Linda Paul gallery, on stage State-of-the-art amenities meet the tradition and ambiance of 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty | northlibertyiowa.org AERO RENTAL & PARTY SHOPPE events, and the 740-seat theater. Amenities include lighting, sound Kinnick Stadium, creating a first-class atmosphere. The $90 million Three meeting rooms and a large conference room with a capacity 227 Kirkwood Ave, Iowa City | aerorental.com and projection system and a professional staff. facility offers four event spaces fitting for groups of any size. of 400 is suitable for meetings, tradeshows and special events. Aero Rental is a full service rental store for contractor, party, and residential supplies, and has a large selection of party supplies.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER NORTH RIDGE PAVILION 2401 Scott Blvd, Iowa City | icgov.org 2250 Holiday Rd, Coralville | coralville.org BIG TEN RENTALS This 1,250 square foot all-season event venue is the perfect size for An all-season event venue, this space is the perfect size for a 1820 Boyrum St, Iowa City | bigtenrentals.com a meeting, company gathering, family reunion or other function, company gathering, family reunion, wedding reception or other Big Ten Rentals has one of the area’s largest inventories of tents, accommodating 50 - 75 guests. function overlooking the park. flooring, lighting and audio and video equipment.

OLD BRICK FINKBINE GOLF COURSE 26 E Market St, Iowa City | oldbrick.org UNIQUE EVENTS 130 Melrose Ave, Iowa City | finkbine.com Old Brick functions as a gathering place, a historic landmark, and 120 50th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids | uniqueeventsiowa.com The University Club at Finkbine is an exceptional gathering place a home for local non-profit organizations. This unique space is From the initial planning to the entertainment and decor at your for business and social functions, offering a large banquet room host to lectures, non-profit, social, and philanthropy events. reception, Unique Events is setting the standard in the industry. with three season porch and second meeting room. Celebration Farm

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30HOP BLACKSTONE EDGEWATER GRILLE OX YOKE INN 900 E 2nd Ave, Coralville | 30hop.com 503 Westbury Dr Ste 1, Iowa City | blackston-ic.com 300 E 9th St, Coralville | coralvillemarriott.com 4420 220th Trail, Amana | oxyokeinn.com 30hop is a trendy yet comfortable, urban-industrial dining and BlackStone offers a contemporary ambiance Located inside the Coralville Marriott, the Edgewater Grille is A tradition since 1940 serving American and German food drinking establishment. The contemporary menu focuses on fresh with a menu of stylish American food with Asian and a full service restaurant offering a full breakfast menu and chef “family style,” Ox Yoke Inn features a Bierstube Bar, outdoor offerings alongside 60 beers on tap. It’s centered in the Iowa River Mediterranean influences. It features multiple private dining signature dishes. A private dining room with seating for up to 16 biergarten, and banquet space. Additional private dining options Landing and features the area’s first rooftop patio. options, full service catering and is gluten free friendly. guests is ideal for small gatherings or meetings. are available.

BACKPOCKET BREWING CEDAR RIDGE WINERY & DISTILLERY IOWA RIVER POWER RESTAURANT RAPID CREEK CIDERY 903 Quarry Rd, Coralville | backpocketbrewing.com 1441 Marak Rd, Swisher | crwine.com 501 1st Ave, Coralville | iowariverpower.com 4823 Dingleberry Rd NE #2, Iowa City | rapidcreekcidery.com Backpocket Brewing is a 15,000 square foot facility featuring a Cedar Ridge is a family-owned vineyard, winery, At the turn of the century, a flour mill operated on the site where Rapid Creek Cidery offers two-story event space, with a large taproom and beer garden in the Iowa River Landing. It can distillery and event space. Complimentary wine the Iowa River Power Restaurant now sits. Today, steak, seafood restaurant/cidery on the upper level and event space on the lower accommodate up to 150 for private parties with outside areas tastings, tours and a full menu are offered at the 7,000 and prime rib is served with a beautiful view of the Iowa River. level. This rustic barn setting seats up to 250 and features a built in providing space for an additional 100-150. square foot facility. bar and sound system. Chairs and tables are included.

MONICA’S BASTA PIZZERIA RISTORANTE CLINTON STREET SOCIAL CLUB 303 2nd St, Coralville | monicasonthestrip.com REDS ALEHOUSE 121 Iowa Ave, Iowa City | bastaiowacity.com 18 1/2 S Clinton St, Iowa City | clintonstreetsocial.com Monica’s has the area’s “Best Restaurant Overall Restaurant” and 405 N Dubuque St, North Liberty Amana | redsalehouse.com Basta has been voted “Best Italian in the Area” by the Iowa City After extensive renovations to a 1920s building, “Best Family-Friendly Restaurant” awards. The menu features Reds offers the area’s best beer selection in the Corridor area. It Press-Citizen with a menu that features handmade pasta, Napoli style the Social Club is Iowa City’s only true gastropub, speakeasy, and traditional American favorites as well as elegant Italian specialties. features a large outdoor patio and a wide selection of flatbreads, pizza and Italian wines, all served in a relaxed environment. dedicated live jazz venue with charming views of the Old Capitol. The large front room accomodates up to 50 people. burgers and appetizers made from scratch.

BIG GROVE BREWERY & TAPROOM - IOWA CITY DIVOT’S BAR & GRILLE JOSEPH’S STEAKHOUSE VESTA 1225 S Gilbert St, Iowa City | biggrovebrewery.com 1900 Country Club Dr, Coralville | browndeergolf.org 212 S Clinton St, Iowa City | josephs-steak.com 849 Quarry Rd, Coralville | vestaiowa.com Big Grove Brewery & Taproom is a 26,000 sqare foot Divots! is open mid-November - March for private meetings Joseph’s offers high quality steaks and seafood in a luxurious Vesta is a Mediterranean inspired restaurant serving dishes from brewery, restaurant and entertainment venue. It features five patio during the golf off season and can seat up to 100. The Board atmosphere. It boasts an extensive wine list, hand-crafted France, Spain, Greece, Italy and North Africa with an American fire pits, games including ping pong and shuffleboard and great Room at Brown Deer is available year round for a private dining signature cocktails and top-rated beers. Private dining and flair. It seats more than 150 guests, including a private dining area tasting craft beer. experience, seating up to 16. banquet rooms are available. with presentation equipment to accommodate meetings.

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