A Bella Vista Place Bed & Breakfast

2 Bella Vista Place
Iowa City Iowa 52245
USA

Phone: +1-319-338-4129

General Information

A Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast, aptly named for its beautiful view of the Iowa River and Hancher Auditorium on Iowa City's historical north side, is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood of stately homes within walking distance from downtown and The University of Iowa.

Built in the 1920's, this air-conditioned home is tastefully decorated with antiques and international artifacts. The most appreciated photographs from Daissy's travels all over the Earth are those from her trip to Antarctica. A Bella Vista provides three large comfortable suites with in-room private baths and two rooms with shared bath. All lodging accommodations have televisions and free wireless Internet access. Twin, queen, or full beds are available.

Also, A Bella Vista was featured in the Rachel Ray magazine when they ran an article on Iowa city!

Enjoy a full complimentary breakfast with international flavor with your well-traveled hostess.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • State and local taxes may apply
  • There are 5 guest accommodations (3 with private baths)
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 55.00 and $ 99.00
  • The rate for each additional person is $ 20.00
  • Other Accommodations: Studio
    The studio has a private bath and kitchen.

Meals

  • A Full breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served in the Dining Room
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Vegetarian

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (Two nights minimum on special weekends i.e., football or graduations.)
  • Smoking is allowed in limited areas
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying (Well Behaved children over 6 years old.)
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted (Social drinking only)
  • Deposit amount required (One night deposit. For special weekends full payment in advance is required)
  • Check in time is 4-6 p.m. and Check out time is 11 a.m.
  • Cancellations:
    7 days advance notice. On special weekends to get a refund minus a $25 cancellation fee the room must be rebooked.

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Economical rates
  • Excellent views
  • Peaceful getaway
Establishment Type
N/A

Property Details

  • Built in 1920

Location

  • Location is best described as: City, Downtown, Small town, Suburban
  • Nearest major city: Iowa City, IA
  • Directions to property:
    Less than a mile from I-80 on exit 244, turn on Dubuque Street, left on Brown Street, left on Linn St., one block to #2 Bella Vista Place.
  • Meeting places:
    • Airport

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Daissy P. Owen, Innkeeper
    Energetic, very helpful, enjoys gardening, bridge, scrabble, reading, meeting people, loves to travel, very well traveled, theatre, good food, volunteer at the performing arts theatre at the University
  • The innkeepers speak: English, French, Spanish

Area Attractions

Historical interests, University of Iowa, The Hancher complex, Herbert Hoover Presidential Library , Amana Colonies, Kalona with its Amish culture , Devonian Fossil Gorge, Iowa City's Old Capitol, River

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Billiards, Canoeing, Golfing, Hunting, City Jazz Festival in July, Theatre, Restaurants, UI Hawkeyes events and games, The Iowa Arts Festival in June, Hospice Road Race in the fall, Table Tennis, Tennis racket rental