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Imagine waking up in the heart of downtown Waterloo, Iowa, where the energy of the city meets the comfort of a modern retreat. At the Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls, every stay feels like a fresh start. Whether you are visiting for a weekend of local discovery or attending a major event at the nearby Waterloo Convention Center, this hotel offers a seamless blend of style, convenience, and genuine hospitality.
Each room features contemporary furnishings, plush bedding, and thoughtful touches like workspaces, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy a full hot breakfast daily, including eggs, meats, biscuits and gravy, a waffle bar, and fresh fruit. The indoor pool and fitness center provide opportunities to unwind or stay active, while the on-site restaurant and lounge offer a relaxing space to gather.
Connected directly to the Waterloo Convention Center via skywalk, the hotel is ideal for eventgoers and business travelers. Just steps away, explore the vibrant downtown scene with local breweries, restaurants, and attractions like the John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum and the Waterloo Center for the Arts. Seasonal events such as Iowa Irish Fest, Cedar Valley Pridefest, and ARTapalooza bring the community to life with music, art, and celebration.
Whether you are here to explore the Cedar Valley Trails, attend a UNI Panthers game, or simply enjoy the charm of Waterloo, the Best Western Plus is your gateway to a memorable Midwest experience.
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Location
Hotel location and the surrounding area
Nearby Attractions
Area Business
- 0.9 mile(s) from Tyson Fresh Meats
- 2 mile(s) from John Deere
- 2.7 mile(s) from MercyOne Medical Center
- 2.5 mile(s) from UnityPoint Health
- 4.2 mile(s) from The VGM Group
- 9.9 mile(s) from University of Northern IA
Attractions
- 4.90 mile(s) from Lost Island Water Park & Theme Park
- 0.70 mile(s) from John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum
- 0.30 mile(s) from Sullivan Brothers Iowa Veterans Museum & Grout Museum of History
- 7.20 mile(s) from George Wyth State Park
- 0.40 mile(s) from Waterloo Center for the Arts
- 0.30 mile(s) from Cedar Valley SportsPlex
- 0.30 mile(s) from Young Arena
- 6.80 mile(s) from Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens
Dining
- Onsite, Ari'z Supper Club and Martini Lounge, bar/lounge, American, open 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Closed Sunday.
- Across the street from The Brown Bottle, full service, Italian, open 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Across the street from Doughy Joey's Peetza Joynt, full service, Italian, open 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- 0.10 mile(s) from Screaming Eagle American Bar and Grill, bar/lounge, American, open 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Closed on Tuesday. Open until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
- 0.05 mile(s) from Briqhouse Bar & Grill, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner. Laid-back hangout offering American grill fare, sports on TV & a game room with pool tables & darts.
- 0.05 mile(s) from Red Apple Chinese, Full Service, Chinese, Open for: lunch, dinner. No-frills neighborhood restaurant with a menu of Chinese specialties.
- 0.20 mile(s) from Verve Kombucha Kitchen, Full Service, American. Open for: lunch, dinner
- 0.20 mile(s) from SingleSpeed Brewing Co., Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
- 0.30 mile(s) from Newton's Paradise Cafe, Full Service, American, Open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- 0.40 mile(s) from Rodneys Kitchen, Full Service, American, Open for: lunch, dinner
Education
- 6.00 mile(s) from University of Northern Iowa
- 5.60 mile(s) from Hawkeye Community College
- 9.9 mile(s) from University of Northern Iowa
Nearby Cities
- 4.00 mile(s) from Cedar Falls
- 52.00 mile(s) from Cedar Rapids
- 81.8 mile(s) from Iowa City
- 99 mile(s) from Ames
- 100 mile(s) from Fort Dodge
- 127 mile(s) from Albert Lea, Minnesota
- 127.7 mile(s) from Des Moines
- 184 mile(s) from Rockford, Illinois
Recreation
- 1.9 mile(s) from Irv Warren Golf Course, Eighteen holes, 72 par, 6268 total yardage, USGA rating of 68.2
- 2.4 mile(s) from Gates Park Golf Course
- 7.2 mile(s) from George Wyth State Park
- 7.3 mile(s) from Black Hawk Conservation, Includes river access, wetlands, wildlife areas, campgrounds, bike trails, geological sites, lodges, and nature center.
- 9.3 mile(s) from Big Woods Lake Campground, Full Service campground with no-wake lake and Cedar Valley Trails nearby.
- 10.5 mile(s) from Black Hawk Park, Full Service Campground with camping and picnic areas, trails/hiking access, fishin, boat ramps, play ground Cross-Country skiing, and hockey/ice skating.
Shopping
- 0.2 mile(s) from Downtown Waterloo, Art Gallery in the Loop, Cedar Valley Bicycle Collective, Boujee Berries, Epic Finds, Finery Bridal & Trend Boutique, House of Eden Boutique & Salon, Oh So In Boutique, Roth Jewwlers, Shoe Heaven.
- 2.8 mile(s) from Crossroads Mall, at home, Bath & Body Works, Buckle, Christopher and Banks, claire's, Dillard's, Famous Footwear, Finish Line, Foot Locker, gordmans, Journeys, Justice, Kay Jewelers, maurices, rue 21, Spencer's, Victoria's Secret, Dick's Sporting Goods,Target, Best Buy.
- 6.5 mile(s) from College Square Mall, American Eagle, Bath & Body Works, claires, Express Factory, My Dress Up Shop, Von Maur.
- 7.8 mile(s) from Downtown Cedar Falls, An Elegant Affair, Andy's Bike Shop, Basket of Daisies, Bike Tech, Caboose Stop Hobbies, Driftless Style, Fig & Frolic, Hatchlings & Hens, Kitchen Essentials, LBL, Little Prairie Girl, Lotus + Lour Interiors, LR Jewelers, Main Street Exchange, Milroy's Tuxedos, Miss Wonderful Vintage, Peek-a-Boo Baby, Purse-N-Ality, Spotlight Style Boutique & Salon, The Runner's Flat, Twirl Boutique, Vintage Iron, World's Window.
Transportation
- 6.00 mile(s) from Waterloo Regional Airport
- 71.00 mile(s) from The Eastern Iowa Airport
- 6 mile(s) from Waterloo Regional Airport
- 0.30 mile(s) from Waterloo Union Bus Depot
- 99.5 mile(s) from Amtrak Railway
- 2 block(s) from Waterloo