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The Black Hawk Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Designer store
Premium Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave
Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic) | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Business center

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
$125
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

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115 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
  • Place, Cedar Falls Community Main Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Falls Community Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Northern Iowa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic) | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Queen Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Queen Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic) | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Executive Double Queen, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Suite | Down comforters, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

The Black Hawk Hotel

3.5-star Cedar Falls hotel steps from Cedar Falls Community Main Street
A full-service spa, a bar/lounge, and a 24-hour business center are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free on-the-go breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, spa services, and a microwave in a common area are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
The Black Hawk Hotel offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Cedar Falls hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Kate & Co. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open select days.
The Black Hawk Hotel features a full-service spa. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning as well as a complimentary manager's reception. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 3.5-star property offers access to a 24-hour business center. This Cedar Falls hotel also offers spa services, a library, and tour/ticket assistance.

The Black Hawk Hotel is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Bar Winslow - This cocktail bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Winslow

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Microwave on request
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 50 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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The Black Hawk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 781 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 781 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 781 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 781 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 781 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience in this great location to Downtown. Friendly service in a Classic Hotel setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

HECTOR

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

Black Hawk Hotel Cedar Falls Iowa

The Black Hawk Hotel is older, but kept clean comfortable and safe. Unlike some other hotels the Black Hawk did not charge an incidentals amount on my card at check in only to return it later, I appreciated this. The only dissapointment is there is no onsite parking, we got a map showing 24 hour street parking. The closest being a block away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful and lovingly restored facility in every respect. It has been tastefully updated. It is in a great setting, right on Main Street Cedar Falls. The staff is excellent. The only minus is parking. Overlook that and book, it's a fabulous hotel with lots of character.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

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

10/10 Excellent

MARCIA

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was quiet and I was able to rest well. Also, Maxwell and Baker were excellent hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Traveled with family

Worn out

Complete lack of detail, lights in the lobby that don't work candles in the fireplace that are not operational which would be super cute. An older woman at the front desk that is just completely unprofessional All the other front desk staff is amazing. Property is totally worn
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Stillwater

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Potosi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and spacious rooms. Loved the history and ambience of this property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shannon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was excellent, very friendly and very helpful. The room was as expected for a historical hotel, however the bed was very uncomfortable as well as the pillows. The thin walls allowed for every noise and conversation from my neighbors as well. Parking was off site as well as the gym. Location of the hotel was perfect, cute little town and walking distance to food. The town itself felt safe and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. well kept and beautiful amenities in the room. Extra space and very sweet to my dogs. Very courteous at the front desk. Available for questions. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room. Great bed, very comfortable. Great surrounding area, shops restaurants and bars etc. I would highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sigmund, Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great old-school hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

AMY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in downtown Cedar Falls. Historic hotel full of charm. Bar Winslow has Steph, an amazing mixologist and front desk staff helpful and accomodating. $10 coupon for Bar Winslow presented at check in. Close to many restaurants and other attractions. Nice touch in the morning with pastries from Bambinos Bakery. Will stay at The Black Hawk every chance we get.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

Excellent staff

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really pretty and unique historic property with lovely walking options for coffee, pastries, and scenes along the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry M

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

Perfect Downtown Location

Great historic hotel in the heart of downtown. Walking distance to everything. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is no available parking. Had to drive around for 20+ minutes to get off Main Street parking due to zero on site parking. Extremely frustrating situation. Had to carry luggage for multiple blocks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accommodations are above average and the hotel staff is excellent and customer centric!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025