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American Inn Cedar Rapids South

Property class: 2
Hotel near Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center in Cedar Rapids

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A reception area with a sign reading "American Inn," a stone wall, and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a tiled backsplash. There are wooden tables and chairs in the dining area.
A reception area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, a blue door, and a sign reading "American Inn".
A grey sofa with a single green pillow and two black pillows, positioned in front of a wall with vertical stripes in yellow, blue, and white.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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3245 Southgate Pl Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404
  • Place, Speedeezz 2 Indoor Karting
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Czech Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a blue and white patterned bedspread, a black headboard, a white lamp, and a blue wall.

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wall art piece.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Cedar Rapids

Southwest Area stay.Your stay at this Southwest Area hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center and Czech Village. Veterans Memorial Stadium and Paramount Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Speedeezz 2 Indoor Karting - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Czech Village - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Alliant Energy PowerHouse - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Coe College - 5 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Breakfast House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Union Station Sports Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

American Inn Cedar Rapids South

Hotel near Hawkeye Downs Speedway Expo Center in Cedar Rapids
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly American Inn Cedar Rapids South also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1989
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
American Inn Cedar Rapids South offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated accommodations have separate sitting areas. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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 phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (24 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • 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 (40 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is American Inn Cedar Rapids South to the airport?

American Inn Cedar Rapids South is 6 mi (8-min drive) away from the Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at American Inn Cedar Rapids South?

As of Sept 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Inn Cedar Rapids South on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $164, excluding 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.

Does American Inn Cedar Rapids South have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at American Inn Cedar Rapids South.

Does American Inn Cedar Rapids South offer free breakfast?

American Inn Cedar Rapids South offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at American Inn Cedar Rapids South?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at American Inn Cedar Rapids South?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at American Inn Cedar Rapids South?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does American Inn Cedar Rapids South have a pool?

American Inn Cedar Rapids South does not have a pool.

Does American Inn Cedar Rapids South have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is American Inn Cedar Rapids South to downtown Cedar Rapids?

American Inn Cedar Rapids South is 2.3 mi away from Cedar Rapids.

American Inn Cedar Rapids South Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 382 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 382 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 382 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 382 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 382 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was amazing and the staff were very helpful with our accommodations!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vince and Milly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danyelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Clean rooms and stay was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jen

Liked: Staff & service
Would not stay here again. The gentleman who checked us in was extremely nice. That’s about all this place had going for it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was clean and newly remodeled.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here during Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Great home base! Comfy and SO quiet!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick overnight stay but it was exactly what we needed to get some sleep - quick check in, friendly front desk assistance and a very clean room. Great experience at a really decent price!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice little hotel and price was good. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Taylor

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

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed many times at this location, always friendly and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room we had with the king size bed was very spacious, which included a couch and a desk. Everything was clean and the staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and upgraded affordable hotel. Staff was great and close to so many restaurants. Great for a 1 night stay on the way through.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

good hotel

i was surprised at this hotel good price good location clean and very quiet will be my goto hotel when visiting cedar rapids again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Great place

Great place to stay and overall great value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was as advertised. Clean, no smell and great for a quick stay before an early flight.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Greeted very kindly by staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and fast check in Lighted parking lot Clean room Lots of dining options within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Izaiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and bright
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026