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Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with free airport shuttle connected to the convention center in Waterloo

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Best Western Plus Executive Residency in central Waterloo makes exploring easy. Relax by the indoor pool with sun loungers after breakfast or challenge friends in the arcade room. The helpful 24-hour front desk staff ensures everyone has what they need.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
The current price is SAR 304
SAR 344 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2020
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
205 W 4th St, Waterloo, IA, 50701

What's nearby

  • Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Waterloo Center for the Arts - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Grout Museum of History - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Young Arena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SingleSpeed Brewing Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Bottle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Carpenter’s Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪D’Leon Taco Rico - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Anton's Garden - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Hotel connected to the convention center, remodeled in 2020
Take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls. The on-site restaurant, Ari'z, serves dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and bicycle parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
  • A nature reserve, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 171 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 5 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ari'z

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 5 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Ramada Hotel Waterloo
Ramada Waterloo
Ramada Waterloo Hotel
Waterloo Ramada
Ramada Inn Waterloo Hotel Waterloo
Ramada Wyndham Waterloo Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Waterloo
Ramada Waterloo Hotel Convention Center
Ramada by Wyndham Waterloo Hotel Convention Center

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

As of 23 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls on 24 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 2025 start from $91.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 5 per night.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is steps from Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center and Waterloo Convention Center. Cedar River and Waterloo Center for the Arts are also within 10 minutes.

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Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 503 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 503 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 503 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 503 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 503 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i loved staying here♥️ will book again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, staff is very friendly, comfortable beds, clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Friendly, helpful, courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth, easy check-in. Parking garage is nice with a bridge to hotel. Room is clean and has everything we need.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are updated and nice. The beds are comfortable. I wish they had a hot tub in the pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast fresh, hot and satisfying with proper condiments.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. In house restaurant was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Clean rooms and easy parking garage
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I received a free upgrade in remembrance of my previous stay when my late husband was with me. Really appreciated their kindness and consideration. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds and pillows very comfortable. Hot breakfast was good. Food and staff in the restaurant/bar was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy and clean. Excellent breakfast options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had our two small dogs with us…other dogs were on the premises as well. Hotel staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Betsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean bathroom floor not swept and very tiny. No hot tub. Pool was decent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean property in downtown Waterloo! Super close to a few bars, convention center and the venue our friend got married in. Clean room and good customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very tasty; room was nice, clean, and quiet; pet friendly was key and my girlfriend loved the pool. Thanks!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

noelle angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Breakfast

Breakfast was one of the best breakfasts I have had at a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Horacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I come to Waterloo every year in October. This is my favorite hotel and I have always stayed in there. Rooms are clean. Toilet and shower arte clean. Bedding is great. The swimming pool is great and the breakfast is fantastic. The price is right. Thumbs up!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was shocked at great price for the prime location downtown attached to the convention center. Downtown was surprisingly clean and safe even when we arrived at 11 pm on a Saturday night. Good job!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place at great place. We would recommend and stay again. Newly renovated &/or well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No daily cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025