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American Inn Cedar Rapids South

2.0 star property
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Interior detail
Interior detail
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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3245 Southgate Pl Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404
  • Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Czech Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Alliant Energy PowerHouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪10 min drive‬
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Room options

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

American Inn Cedar Rapids South

All-inclusive hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
This hotel features coffee/tea in a common area, dry cleaning and a 24-hour front desk. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, a TV in a common area and a vending machine are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
American Inn Cedar Rapids South offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated accommodation has separate sitting areas. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

During your stay at American Inn Cedar Rapids South, you'll be within walking distance of Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a vending machine and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center and a few minutes from Czech Village
American Inn Cedar Rapids South is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly American Inn Cedar Rapids South also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of American Inn Cedar Rapids South was completed in January 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cedar Rapids hotel.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 5 metres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (62 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (101 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1989
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - January 2021
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Economy Inn Cedar Rapids
Economy Cedar Rapids
American Inn Hotel
American Inn Cedar Rapids
American Inn Hotel Cedar Rapids
Economy Inn Suites Cedar Rapids

American Inn Cedar Rapids South Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 262 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman that checked us in was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

grace

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
place was clean & staff was friendly was able to get a extra hr for a late check-out so that was super awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This location is one with several lodging accommodations. I didn't see a lot of restaurants. There was a Perkins. However, I was there for one night, and the weather was below zero.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and kept in good repair. Very clean rooms and management helps quickly with any requests
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynelle

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

Cleanliness is important

My main concern about a motel is always cleanliness, & I was not disappointed at American Inn. Also, check-in was very quick! I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Good

Hotel staff was nice and room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in staff very friendly We came in late one night and doors were locked for safety and Mama made sure with her son that we were good to go Made us feel safe Well lighted parking lot And many security cameras and screens viewable at front desk Close to eateries walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

American Inn Stay

Its always a good stay here. The rooms are clean, very comfortable and upto date.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy check-in, room was clean and roomy. My second time staying here and will be staying again when in the area. More than adequate accommodations for the price point.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean. Close and comvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kyle

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't even stay the second night. Did not feel safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was there to visit family so didn't spend much time in motel but while there everything seemed clean and pleasant. staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024