Name: Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls-Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG
Address: 7400 Hudson Road, Cedar Falls, Iowa, United States of America, Cedar Falls, Iowa, US
Price range: $110–$504 per night
Rating: 9.15

What guests think

Travellers describe Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls-Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG as very clean with welcoming staff and a convenient location, though several note breakfast isn’t included and hotel policies restrict outside food consumption in shared spaces.

Rooms are modern, spacious, and quiet with very comfortable beds; a few guests reported maintenance quirks or noise near the event center on busy weekends. Common areas, gym, and bar are well liked, though occasional pool closures frustrated some stays. Service is frequently praised as friendly and helpful, though housekeeping consistency and problem resolution varied at times. Expect a contemporary, comfortable stay with good amenities and some dining trade offs.

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Facilities

Modern common areas with a popular bar/lounge and a well-regarded gym; an indoor pool is available, though multiple reviews mention unexpected closures. Policies restrict bringing outside food into shared spaces.

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Lisa

Aug 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice common area & bar

10

Shawnae

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice, indoor pool and fitness center were nice. Didn’t have the breakfast (not sure if it’s free) due to the holidays. I love the bed. Sooo comfortable. Best sleep I’ve had in yrs.

10

Erfan

Feb 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It doesn't have kitchenette style rooms you would expect at say a suite. The price was a bit high, but the location made it the best option. Staff is easy going and friendly. The gym has dumbbells, 4 treadmills, two ellipticals, a bike, and yoga mats. The pool is 5ft at max depth and is 25ft x 15ft. I enjoy the large space. I like the walk in shower, clean bathroom, TV channels, and clean bed. I liked the closet space, comfy sofa, and mini fridge.

10

Jillian

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice stay in Cedar Falls. The pool was closed (which we didn’t know prior to arrival - no note on the site), but the pool table in the lobby was a hit with my son. Room was clean and everybody slept well, which are the most important factors for us. The shower door in the bathroom would not stay closed, so the floor got soaked in the corner - minor inconvenience. Free coffee and tea in the lobby 24/7. We’d stay again.

4

Barb

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beware! This is a sleep only hotel basically. It is very clean and the cleaning folks are nice. There is no outside food allowed in any common areas. You can’t even drink a cup of Casey’s coffee in the lobby. It is absolutely ridiculous

10

Kelli

Jun 15, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice gym and outdoor space

8

christy

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The gym was fantastic and the lobby area was nice. The staff was very nice. The breakfast buffet was awful. I was told it was fresh fruit but it was from a can. It was much better to order off the menu

4

Erica

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool was broken and was not alerted until we got there… so we had sad kids. We also found a pair of boxers behind a foot stool. Not the best experience due to those two things. Otherwise I’m sure it’s fine.

4

Melanie

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I think it’s wrong that you close your restaurant for food at 9 o’clock at night on the weekend, and then do not allow guests to bring any food in from an outside location into the public gathering areas including outside sitting areas. We attended a football game and got back to the hotel at 8:30 at night. Our family group had four rooms which could not accommodate all of us together to eat easily without risking spilling on the white bedding in the rooms. We asked the front desk if there was anywhere else we could all get together to eat since we all came from far out of town and wanted to spend time together and we’re told it was not possible. The staff were very friendly about it, but it was just disappointing that there was no alternative option.

10

Andrew

Oct 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Our kids loved the pool! Very nice hotel, Large bar and lounge area too!

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a strong point across the property and rooms. A few guests encountered issues like a dirty toilet, residual hair, or missed housekeeping.

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Michael

Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great service, very clean hotel. Well run and highly communicative.

10

Christine

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My favorite hotel. So clean and up to date. Beds are super comfy and bathrooms are extremely clean.

10

James

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean and felt like it was brand new. Staff was very nice.

10

Dan

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet, a nice facility, and friendly staff.

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Shari

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff members were nice. The room we checked into had a dirty toilet. We asked the staff to clean and remedy the toilet and they handed us a plunger. We hadn’t made the mess but they asked us to fix it. We went back to the front desk and they kindly switched us to a new room which was clean and the staff did this with kindness. The rest of the hotel seemed very clean

6

Jina

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately, our stay was somewhat disappointing. The shower walls still had hair from a previous guest, which made us question the overall cleanliness of the room. There was no exhaust fan in the bathroom, leading to peeling paint on the ceiling and an uncomfortable level of noise from others using the bathroom. To add to the frustration, we requested the front desk to empty the trash and bring fresh towels before leaving for several hours. When we returned, nothing had been done, and we had to call again to get the issue resolved. The lack of attention to cleanliness and service made our stay less than ideal. I wouldn't recommend this hotel unless these issues are addressed.

10

Craig

Dec 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and modern rooms

10

Mark

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fast, easy check in... Clean & spacious room. Great place to stay!

10

Angie

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean property!

8

Michelle

Apr 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Would be great if the staff cleaned out the room refrigerator as part of their terminal clean. Found food and drinks from last occupant in the room refrigerator.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, spacious, and quiet with very comfortable beds and suites available. Some guests noted noise near the event center on busy weekends and minor maintenance quirks like doors not staying open.

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Dennis

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This location presented a more modern decor, very comfortable pillow top mattresses, larger-sized TV, all necessary ammenities, darkening window shades, well-designed furnishings, and more unique updates (secure-designed door safety stopper instead of a chain, backlit restroom mirror, and secured 8-9 oz bottes of hand soap/body lotion/shampoo/conditioner/and body soap. The minor downsides included wear patterns/gouge on below average carpeting, and thin 1-ply TP.

10

Jeanne

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

New, large, comfortable rooms. Lots of parking.

8

Carol

Mar 14, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Comfortable beds, clean. Room on 4th floor north side caught a lot of HVAC noise from event center. Very busy weekend, with many guests participating in a sports tournament. Noisy!! Hotel staff was a bit frazzled and their attempts to quiet the parties was unsuccessful.

10

Aaron

Aug 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was very comfortable and very quite

10

Lori

Dec 20, 2022

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Stayed 19,343 nights

The only complaint is the bathroom door wouldn’t stay open.

10

Jasmine

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Suites with extra room

10

Jennifer

Jun 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice new hotel with comfortable beds!

10

Patrcia

Dec 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was so clean and one of the most comfortable hotel beds I’ve experienced in a long time. The pillows were also very comfortable.

10

Larry

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet area. Quick check in and out. Rooms modern.

10

Douglas

Aug 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable beds :)

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, with quick check-in. Occasional issues involved reservation handling or slow follow-up on housekeeping requests.

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Charles

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a very clean, respectful establishment. Everyone was helpful and went beyond

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Amy

Feb 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stay was fine; however, the manager was less than helpful to resolve a room block issue and didn't care to help b/c he was sold out and we had to pay over double for the reservation. Would have booked elsewhere but it was a full weekend with UNI-dome tournament. Hotel was nice and breakfast/bar crew was extremely friendly and helpful!

4

David

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful hotel. Reservation / check-in experience horrible

10

paul

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room good beds. Very friendly staff at desk!

10

Clinton

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just great. the manager on duty was at the check in was great accommodating our needs. Exceptional management. Definitely we will come back!!

10

Heather

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unique texting option used to check in and see how my stay was going and check on my satisfaction with my room! Personal yet quick and not disturbing!

10

Nykole

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was amazing and the hotel was very clean and loved the outdoor seating. The bartender on Friday was friendly and fun!

10

Hope

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The Staff is absolutely (Shannon and Casey) are wonderful, always have been so very accommodating! I visit family in the area and always look forward to my stay at your facility. Thank you!!

6

Jina

Jan 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately, our stay was somewhat disappointing. The shower walls still had hair from a previous guest, which made us question the overall cleanliness of the room. There was no exhaust fan in the bathroom, leading to peeling paint on the ceiling and an uncomfortable level of noise from others using the bathroom. To add to the frustration, we requested the front desk to empty the trash and bring fresh towels before leaving for several hours. When we returned, nothing had been done, and we had to call again to get the issue resolved. The lack of attention to cleanliness and service made our stay less than ideal. I wouldn't recommend this hotel unless these issues are addressed.

10

Karen--Verne

Jun 28, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

From the moment we walked in, we knew this would be a good stay. Bright, clean open lobby; friendly staff; easy check in. During our 5 day stay, we noticed how hard the staff was working throughout the property, maintaining and cleaning, smiling and working! Great work ethic from front desk consistently to everyone throughout. Shannon was especially helpful with helping us find resources in the area for a particular need - way above and beyond and then later we saw her mopping the floor - just to keep the front area clean. Kudos to management for enabling such great team work!

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Location

Convenient setting with easy access in a newer area near restaurants, shopping, and trails; some places are walkable. Several noted it’s quiet and a short drive to Cedar Falls attractions.

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Rachel

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a great two day stay here. Clean and very comfortable beds. Easy access to the amazing trail system around Cedar Falls and we enjoyed biking and exploring the area.

10

Traci

Jul 1, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

This property was fantastic! Very clean, staff was terrific and very quiet. They had a HS reunion one night and we heard nothing. Also, convenient walk to Dairy Queen and Casey’s gas and not that far from shopping. Highly recommend!

10

Aimee

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Seems to be in a newly developed area and very easy to locate.

8

Kristi

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Within walking distance of DQ, Casey’s and more.

10

Linda

Oct 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay.. staff was friendly and helpful. Restaurants weren’t too far away. About a 10 minute drive into Cedar Falls.

10

Gary

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location.

10

Lisa

Jan 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location, close to restaurants and shopping.

10

Larry

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet area. Quick check in and out. Rooms modern.

10

William

Jun 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenience

10

Lora

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located for our needs

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Dining

On-site restaurant and bar draw mixed feedback: breakfast is not complimentary and several criticize the buffet, while others preferred made-to-order options or found the food decent.

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Dale

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was wonderful. If I had to say anything uncomplimentary it was regarding breakfast. Scrambled eggs dry, french toast inedible. However, the staff were wonderful.

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GREG

Jun 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Would definitely stay here again. Clean, friendly, professional service, very quiet, sound-proof rooms, great breakfast made to order, not a buffet (which we prefer). We stayed on a Thursday night so things were quiet. Great for business travel, couples, and families.

10

Darya

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The only negative was not having free continental breakfast.

6

Laurie B

Dec 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lobby was always cold. The two fake fireplaces did not provide any warmth. Breakfast was the worst of any similar motel. Besides being $12.00 extra, there was nothing children like best and even poor options for adults. No bread to toast, bagels, muffins or pastries. No cereal nor yogurt.

10

Timothy

Sep 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Just a great place. Staff was friendly. Decent restaurant and bar on premises. Nothing too special but really great for the price you pay.

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Jim

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It just needs to make sure that basic amenities are placed properly. Otherwise, stay was fine. Price could be more competitive. No free breakfast.

10

Deanna

Oct 1, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and modern. Lots of areas for people to socialize. Felt bad for the bartender. She was only one tending bar, taking food orders, running food out from kitchen. Place was busy for a Friday night to be understaffed. Not impressed with the food. Small menu of bar food. Prepackaged warmed up food at that. Bar stools ver not comfortable. Guess they don’t want ya staying long. Other than that, place was very conveniently located for us as we were there to go to the UNI football game.

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christy

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The gym was fantastic and the lobby area was nice. The staff was very nice. The breakfast buffet was awful. I was told it was fresh fruit but it was from a can. It was much better to order off the menu

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Melanie

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I think it’s wrong that you close your restaurant for food at 9 o’clock at night on the weekend, and then do not allow guests to bring any food in from an outside location into the public gathering areas including outside sitting areas. We attended a football game and got back to the hotel at 8:30 at night. Our family group had four rooms which could not accommodate all of us together to eat easily without risking spilling on the white bedding in the rooms. We asked the front desk if there was anywhere else we could all get together to eat since we all came from far out of town and wanted to spend time together and we’re told it was not possible. The staff were very friendly about it, but it was just disappointing that there was no alternative option.

10

Becky

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I asked hotels.com for places with free breakfast so they need to update their records to show that this hotel has a restaurant but breakfast is not free. Otherwise it was a lovely experience. Very nice property.

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Month	Average price
January	$130
February	$120
March	$120
April	$112
May	$124
June	$159
July	$141
August	$148
September	$136
October	$138
November	$131
December	$106

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $160	18 $147	19 $138
20 $122	21 $138	22 $138	23 $178	24 $160	25 $165	26 $504
27 $114	28 $114	29 $143	30 $135

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $140	2 $343	3 $338
4 $122	5 $118	6 $118	7 $118	8 $114	9	10 $260
11 $122	12 $135	13 $135	14 $135	15 $124	16 $269	17 $324
18 $110	19 $124	20 $124	21 $123	22 $124	23 $298	24 $310
25 $116	26 $110	27 $112	28 $110	29 $110	30 $204	31 $110

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-In Shower (Mobility Accessible)

Suite, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-In Shower (Mobility Accessible)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

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