DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex

We had a pleasant stay overall, but for a 5 star rating and the price, I would expect a lot more.
The train was the most obnoxious part - we had the farthest room from the tracks, but there's no way to sleep through that when it keeps blaring for 5-10 minutes at 3am. Happened both nights we were there.
A handheld shower sprayer would have been nice, as would a jacuzzi by the pool - which was fairly dirty and very small. The bathroom is tiny so getting to the toilet and closing the door could be hard if you're on the bigger side.

The pros - the room seemed clean, nice views, enough space. The staff was great, connected/covered parking, 350 1st is delicious and convenient, the free cookies at check-in were amazing. Even with a couple weddings the weekend we went, it didn't feel crowded at all.

I would stay again next time we're back. I'm hoping that those reviews mentioning a plan for 'quiet hours' for the train actually happen, that would do a lot.

Fast and friendly service, it was overpriced but there was a high-profile event next door in the arena, so I’m sure that contributed to the price. Always love the cookie at check in and the rooms were clean and quiet for the most part. We were on the 14th floor so street noise wasn’t a problem for us, but the rail line is a block from the hotel, the train went through at 4 am and woke up my girlfriend, but I slept through it. I would like for the bar to stay open past 10 on a Friday night, so we missed out on that, our event wasn’t out until after they closed. Will stay again!

Tiffany, Mandie, and DeAndre deserve a raise in compensation and promotion. They made our stay so much better.

Thank you.

The hotel is conveniently located next to the concert hall.
The bathrooms in the rooms are very outdated and can use a deep remodel. The tub lost its non slip and feels like sand coming off. It looks stuck in the 80s.

The room price is inflated due to events nearby. The installations do not command the price this hotel charges.

The staff is 5-stars.

Reception very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and comfortable.
On a main drag in downtown, so there is the street-noise issue. (They provide ear plugs free of charge)
There is a Skywalk access to parking garage across the street with elevator service. Avoid traffic and weather.
As with downtown hotels, restaurant is essential. The food and service were wonderful.

10 out of 10 would recommend. My stay was lovely! The staff was friendly and very kind. Rooms were clean and welcoming. I don't stay at hotels often but this one was worth the stay. I do wish they gave me more sheets since I'm not used to Iowa's winter but I didn't ask and used my own blanket from home so I still slept fine. They even lent me a wheelchair during my stay when I was hurt at a previous airport on my trip. They went above and beyond and I'm very happy I stayed here despite my tough trip to Iowa.

We stayed at this location in downtown Cedar Rapids the first weekend in December and truly had a wonderful stay! The hotel rooms were clean and offered plenty of space. We did go to their top floor restaurant the first night we arrived and really enjoyed the view! Even though Cedar Rapids in December is chilly, we walked to a number of restaurants and activities and were able to find locations within a 3 block radius....without freezing to death. The only thing I did notice was that the coffee in the lobby was either out or non existent for the first 2 mornings but that was probably because of a conference that was taking place. Overall, we enjoyed the stay and if we are ever in the area again, we'll definitely keep this location on the top of our hotel list.