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A decorative wrought iron gate with a floral pattern, leading to a room with wooden flooring and a visible bed.

A large, historic house with a porch decorated with string lights and a sign advertising bed and breakfast services.

A wooden bed with a headboard, a wooden door, and a patterned carpet.

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a sign indicating 'The Weis Mansion Bed & Breakfast', and a view of the surrounding neighborhood.

1. The Weis Mansion

0.7 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Cindy

SAR 486

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern chairs, a long reception desk, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern office space with a desk, office chair, sofa, and a conference table.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a tiled floor, and a ceiling with skylights.

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple seating options, and a digital menu display.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

0.8 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Patrick

SAR 436

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern interior with a glass ceiling, seating area, and large windows offering views of the city.

A hotel with a modern glass facade, a prominent sign, and a pedestrian bridge.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs, a brick wall, and a high ceiling with visible structural beams and lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with two beds, a brick accent wall, a large window, and a modern design.

3. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

0.1 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Amanda

SAR 410

SAR 463 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern bar area with high glass windows, red bar stools, and a seating area with grey upholstered sofas.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a wall-mounted lamp, and a door with a keypad lock.

4. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

< 0.1 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Joan

SAR 393

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a sofa, a small table, and a window with a view.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a red bathtub.

A spacious lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk, seating area, and a door with a doormat.

A spacious kitchen with a long counter, multiple chairs, and a dining table.

5. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

0.1 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Cory

SAR 190

SAR 213 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A couple walking through an outdoor area with a modern building in the background.

A breakfast setup with a fruit tray, juice bottles, and a coffee pot on a wooden table.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a long sofa, and several colorful chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, desk, TV, and a bed.

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

10.5 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Trina

SAR 417

SAR 467 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A historic hotel with a classic brick facade, multiple storefronts including a bar and a barber shop, and a fire escape on the right.

A group of people sitting at a table with chairs on a sidewalk in an urban setting.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a wooden wardrobe, a bed with a floral bedspread, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A hallway with a 'Mill Race' sign, a bookshelf, and two brown leather chairs.

7. The Black Hawk Hotel

9.8 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Daniel

SAR 430

SAR 482 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard stand, and a changing room with towels.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a blue patterned rug.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved entrance and a stone pillar.

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a large painting, a sofa, and a coffee table.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

3.9 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Amy

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A balcony with a view of a river, a highway, and surrounding greenery.

A breakfast area with a counter, coffee machine, and various food items.

A modern lounge area with wicker furniture, a clock, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern reception area with a 'Welcome to the Harvest State' sign, a refrigerated display case, and a reception desk.

9. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

9.8 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Susan

SAR 490

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and dining setup.

A water park with a large inflatable slide, a waterfall feature, and a pool with lane markers.

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinetry, and a flat-screen TV mounted above the fireplace.

A modern building with a large dome structure and a curved glass facade.

10. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

3.7 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Cristine

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with stone fire tables, wicker chairs, and a pergola with string lights.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a variety of seating options including sofas and armchairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a store.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

9.2 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Chuck

SAR 402

SAR 450 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express building with a large illuminated sign, parking area, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel workspace with two computers, a printer, and a desk with chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a framed artwork on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a lifeguard chair, and a poolside area with chairs and a notice board.

12. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

3.9 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Melissa

SAR 413

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a microwave.

A breakfast area with a stone wall, wooden tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a sign for Daybreak Breakfast.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a sofa, a small table with a plant, and a sign for Days Inn.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

8.5 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Daisy

SAR 249

SAR 279 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a flagpole.

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

8.8 km from Waterloo Convention Center

dave

SAR 340

SAR 396 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a hot tub.

A reception area with a curved wooden reception desk, a patterned rug, and a wall with framed informational signs.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is a Comfort Suites location.

A hotel room with a stone fireplace, a large flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, and orange chairs.

15. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

9.1 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Robert

SAR 342

SAR 383 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel with a large parking lot, a well-lit entrance, and a prominent hotel sign.

A restaurant interior with a brick wall, bar area, and multiple seating options.

A casino with multiple gaming tables and a bar area with multiple screens.

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

16. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

5.8 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Monica

SAR 301

SAR 387 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a door.

A hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by chairs and a tiled floor.

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

9.2 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Jim

SAR 327

SAR 366 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a children's play area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a staircase, bar seating, and a 'Delight in the day' sign.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

18. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

8.8 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Ray

SAR 348

SAR 390 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a microwave, a desk with a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a breakfast bar, and various appliances like a coffee maker and toaster.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a microwave.

A vending machine with snacks and a water dispenser.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

3.5 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Raunak

SAR 267

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, green chairs, and a lifeguard stand.

A compact living area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a mini-fridge, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a wooden wall, a black reception desk, a television, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

5.2 km from Waterloo Convention Center

Melissa

SAR 227

SAR 254 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterloo Convention Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Weis Mansion	10.0 Exceptional 70 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls	8.8 Excellent 588 reviews	View
Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls	8.8 Excellent 65 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls	8.6 Excellent 592 reviews	View
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown	6.8 471 reviews	View

Top Waterloo Convention Center Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Belle place pour une arrêt pour la nuit et très bien situé"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

8/10 Good

"Room good but breakfast was disappointing"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and breakfast was good"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"Looked brand new, comfortable beds, good breakfast"

Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"The breakfast was great. Rooms are equipped with old and worn furniture."

Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone Hotels - Waterloo/Cedar Falls

8/10 Good

"Good I will stay here again"

Suburban Studios Waterloo

8/10 Good

"Great"

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

10/10 Excellent

"We added breakfast and it was very good! The rooms are nice, comfortable beds, large showers. The pool wasn’t open. The BBQue restaurant that adjoins was excellent. Parking was plentiful and close."

Other attractions near Waterloo Convention Center

An indoor ice hockey rink with a player in motion, bright overhead lights, and empty spectator stands.

Young Arena

8.2/10 (89 reviews)

Catch an event at Young Arena during your trip to Waterloo. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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A water park with slides, a water fountain, and a sign that reads "Lost City."

Lost Island Waterpark

8.0/10 (115 reviews)

Bring the family to Lost Island Waterpark and enjoy this exciting theme park in Waterloo. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Waterloo Center for the Arts

7.4/10 (60 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Waterloo Center for the Arts during your trip to Waterloo. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and casinos.

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Phelps Youth Pavilion

7.6/10 (23 reviews)

You can take time to visit Phelps Youth Pavilion during your travels to Waterloo. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Grout Museum of History

8.2/10 (43 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Grout Museum of History during your travels in Waterloo. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum

8.6/10 (40 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum during your travels in Waterloo. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and shops in this family-friendly area.

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South Hills Golf Course

8.0/10 (31 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Waterloo at South Hills Golf Course. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and casinos in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waterloo Convention Center?

Waterloo Convention Center is located in Waterloo. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful waterfalls and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Waterloo Convention Center?

Adjacent to Waterloo Convention Center, Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options close by include Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown and Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Waterloo Convention Center?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waterloo Convention Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waterloo Convention Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Waterloo Convention Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Waterloo Convention Center?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Waterloo Convention Center, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Waterloo Convention Center?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum and Grout Museum of History. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Pat Bowlsby Off-Leash Dog Park and Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens. Be sure to get some family photos at Waterloo Center for the Arts, Palmer's Family Fun, and Lost Island Waterpark while you're out sightseeing near Waterloo Convention Center.

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Our top choices for Waterloo Convention Center hotels

1. The Weis Mansion

2. Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

3. Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

4. Best Western Plus Waterloo & Cedar Falls

5. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Waterloo Downtown

6. Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls - Waterloo Event Ctr by IHG

7. The Black Hawk Hotel

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

9. Hampton Inn Cedar Falls Downtown

10. Hampton Inn Waterloo Cedar Valley

11. Hilton Garden Inn Cedar Falls

12. Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Evansdale Waterloo

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

15. Comfort Suites Cedar Falls Industrial Park

16. Isle Casino Hotel Waterloo Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Cedar Falls IA - University

18. Spark by Hilton Cedar Falls

19. Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Waterloo/Cedar Falls

Compare popular hotels close to Waterloo Convention Center

Top Waterloo Convention Center Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waterloo

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Executive Residency By Best Western Waterloo & Cedar Falls

Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone Hotels - Waterloo/Cedar Falls

Suburban Studios Waterloo

Courtyard by Marriott Waterloo Cedar Falls

Other attractions near Waterloo Convention Center

Young Arena

Lost Island Waterpark

Waterloo Center for the Arts

Phelps Youth Pavilion

Grout Museum of History

John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum

South Hills Golf Course

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