Independent. Counterculture

JUST LIKE THE CITY THAT FORMED US.

Stay in the loop on all things Highlander and get the inside scoop on all the groovy changes we’re making to our hotel. We’ll keep you up-to-date on how you can have the most retro Iowa City experience.
Little Village Magazine
Highlander Wins Best Botiqe Hotel with Little Village Magazine

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Bring Fido
Pet Friendly Hotel Stay

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Des Moines Parent
50 things to do in Iowa this winter

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Monte Journal
Angela Harrington named to the Iowa Hotel and Lodging Association Board of Directors

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Iowa City Press Citizen
Iowa citys historic highlander hotel reveals $10 million renovations

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Erin Huiatt
Best Spring Break Stays in the Midwest

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Des Moines Parent
Eat, Drink and Play in Iowa City

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The Beth Lists
A Chic Botique Stay

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Pickles Travel Blog
A family friendly staycation

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Travel With Sara
A retro experience awaits at one of the best hotels in Iowa City

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Only in Iowa
1970's Style in Iowa City

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Fabulous Iowa
Play, Explore & Relax at The Highlander Hotel

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Katherine Orr
Explore 8 Adaptive Reuse Sites from Historic Hotels of America

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The Hotel Guru
The Best Hotels in The United States of America

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The Daily Iowan
Retro-revival of Highlander Hotel sheds light on historical past

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boutiquehotel.me
The 19 Best Boutique Hotels in Iowa

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Iowa City Commission for Historic Preservation
Best Large Commercial Historic Preservation 2022

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Travel Iowa
History Meets Luxury

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Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association
Amelia Nickle, Highlander Director of Operations, Employee of the Year 2023

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Historic Hotels of America
Top 25 Historic Hotels of America Most Romantic Hotels

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Locals Love Us
2024 Best Hotel in Iowa City

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Travel Iowa
Top Weekend Hotel Stays

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US News & World Report
Top 15 Hotels in Iowa 2024

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CBJ Business Staff
Historic Supper Club revived as cocktail arcade

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98.1 KHAK
Iowa City is Home to a One-of-a-Kind, 70s-Inspired Hotel

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Kevin Boyd
The Highlander, Iowa City’s strange, star-studded supper club, is now a historic hotel

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Megan Bannister, Olio
Plan A Groovy Stay At The Highlander Hotel In Iowa City

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Melinda Schnyder, The Wichita Eagle
Travel inspiration: 21 travel ideas to plan for in 2021

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Erin Huiatt, desmoinesparent.com
Retro Family Fun at The Highlander Hotel

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Angela Holmes, Corridor Business Journal
Angela Harrington named CBJ’s Entrepreneur of the Year

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Lisa Waterman Gray, Wander with Wonder
The Highlander Hotel in Iowa City, Iowa

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Katy Flint, Flint & Co
Book a Funky Staycation at the Highlander Hotel in Iowa City, IA

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Nicole Schnitzler, Condé Nast Traveler
The Midwest’s Best College Towns

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Leah Hall, Gastronom
The Highlander Hotel, Iowa City – Family Friendly Hotel

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Michael Mackie
The Highlander Hotel ROCKS!

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Field Trip Iowa
Toddler-Teens will love The Highlander Hotel in Iowa City

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Megan Reuther, Hello Iowa
Travel writer shares a new favorite place in Iowa

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Carissa Johnson
The Highlander Hotel in Iowa City

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SPECIALS & OFFERS

You’ll be trippin’ in style.

Long Term Stays

Starting at $850 per month with University of Iowa or Kirkwood ID, 1 bedroom 9-Month or 12-Month Leases. With resort style amenities, free parking and utilities included!

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Every Night is Family Game Night at Lucy's

September 1 – November 30Trade screen time for family game time.

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All-Inclusive Escape

Rediscover the art of the getaway with our all-inclusive package, designed to bring ease, flavor, and a touch of retro fun to your stay. Book a King room and enjoy two appetizers, two entrées, two desserts, unlimited soft drinks, and unlimited arcade tokens. Double Queen rooms include the same dining experience, plus two complimentary kids meals for a family-friendly escape. Vouchers are provided at check-in for a seamless experience from start to finish.

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