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The Brown Street Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star adults-only B&B near University of Iowa

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Porch
Interior entrance
Exterior
Room (Green)
Library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
430 Brown Street, Iowa City, IA, 52245
  • University of Iowa
    6 min walk
  • Mercy Hospital
    12 min walk
  • University of Iowa Health Care
    15 min walk
  • Iowa City, IA (IOW)
    6 min drive

Room options

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Room (Yellow)

Room (Yellow)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (White)

Room (White)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Blue)

Room (Blue)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room (Green)

Room (Green)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Iowa City

Mann stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Mann B&B, you'll find University of Iowa and Mercy Hospital. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Health Care are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 6 min walk
  • Mercy Hospital - 12 min walk
  • Carver-Hawkeye Arena - 4 min drive
  • University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics - 4 min drive
  • Kinnick Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Studio 13 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gabe's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪A & A Pagliai's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Place - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Brown Street Inn

3.5-star adults-only B&B near University of Iowa
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Brown Street Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Iowa City bed & breakfast.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1913
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
The Brown Street Inn offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels.

This Iowa City bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • 6 stairs to reach property
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3 PM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Brown Street Inn Iowa City
Brown Street Inn
Brown Street Iowa City
The Brown Street Inn Iowa City
The Brown Street Inn Bed & breakfast
The Brown Street Inn Bed & breakfast Iowa City

The Brown Street Inn Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish we had found Brown Street Inn Freshman year! The home and neighborhood are so charming and easily walkable to downtown Iowa City (15 minutes). Our room was adorable, clean and comfortable with an in room bath. Christine and Doug were gracious hosts and the breakfast, served 8-10 am, is all homemade and delicious! This stay was super relaxed and well worth the price - we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first airbnb, was a wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming. Great hosts. Super area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, cozy atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We saw family in Iowa City. Christine & Doug were wonderful hosts. Beautiful home, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion Suzanne Thérèse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a beautiful stay at the Brown Street Inn. My bedroom was cute, cozy and comfortable. The Inn Keepers were welcoming and friendly... and the breakfast was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was beautiful and the owners are lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I wanted a quick weekend getaway to see the Herbert Hoover NHS and hang out in the Iowa City area. This Inn was in a very cute older neighborhood with brick roads throughout, and only a 5 minute drive from the downtown area. We were greeted by name by the owners and showed to our room, which was as cozy as it looked in the photos. The bed was incredibly comfortable, as was the temperature of the room. Despite being on vacation, I also really appreciated being able to log into our Netflix account with Roku to settle in for the night. Breakfast was amazing, and as a person with Celiac Disease it was amazing to have an entire breakfast full of gluten free options for the two of us, and not feeling like I had to inspect my food or ask to be absolutely sure it was safe, a rarity with a serious dietary restriction. Sitting on the porch in the early morning to enjoy the homemade foods and relax was the perfect way to wrap up our overnight stay. Could not recommend this property and the owners more. We loved our stay and would be more than happy to return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoy The Brown Street Inn; I Did!
The bedroom was very comfortable. The breakfast was scrumptious! The hosts were so lovely! Their home was beautiful and all the art on the walls was so enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to treat yourself
The owners were very friendly and helpful. I called because I was coming in later than planned. It was no problem for Mark. He gave me a map of the area which really helped. I grew up with farm cats. I liked their outdoor cat. My room was clean, the bed very comfortable. The gluten-free and lactose-free breakfast was delicious, The scrambled eggs, toast, fresh fruit, orange juice, and "milk" gave me a great start to my day. Conversation with other guests around the table was an added bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A delightful experience!
We were delighted with our stay at Brown Street Inn. The hosts were so charming and welcoming and they maintain a beautiful inn—the breakfasts were delicious, cookies were a lovely touch and we really enjoyed sitting on the patio and looking at the beautiful historic neighborhood. The inn was located very near downtown and the university—we walked to lunch and dinner each day. And the bed was wonderfully comfortable! We will absolutely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were greeted at the door and promptly asked . “Are you vaccinated ? I had to turn away 2 customers previously that were not !” Vaccination requirements could be clearly stated when booking to avoid future issues
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-maintained old house in a nice neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Dalia

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute, clean and very friendly owners. Had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Clean, comfortable, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Blythe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous stay!
Fabulous B&B with fabulous hosts
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could not say enough great things about Brown St Inn! The hospitality, the cleanliness, the decor; I’ve never experienced anything like it. If you’re staying in the Iowa City area, absolutely stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very lovely, quaint bed & breakfast. I'm going back. The Innkeepers were very lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will be back as often as possible
What a great house with great hosts! In addition to a beautiful, quiet room, we were served a breakfast that would cost $20 elsewhere included with the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mark and Bob were exceptional in every way!!!! They could not have been more kind or accommodating. If you are looking for an experience where you will truly feel at home, this is your place. The setting is peaceful and charming in every way. Thank you both for a perfect stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019