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The Black Hawk Hotel

3.5 star property
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Premium Suite | Private kitchen
Business centre
Designer store
Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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115 Main St, Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
  • Cedar Falls Community Main Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Northern Iowa
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • UNI-Dome
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪5 min drive‬
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King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

King Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic)

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

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Spa Suite, Jetted Tub (Historic)

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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1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, individually decorated

Double Queen Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Historic)

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

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1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, individually decorated

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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1 bedroom, down duvets, minibar, individually decorated

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

Premium Suite

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

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About this property

The Black Hawk Hotel

Hotel with a full-service spa, 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.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Black Hawk Hotel's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cedar Falls Community Main Street. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free manager's reception are available.
  • Free on-the-go breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Relax with a drink at the cocktail bar
  • Treat yourself to facials, manicures and pedicures, or massages at Kate & Co
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and wedding services
  • Guests have great things to say about the proximity to shopping and the location
  • Steps from Cedar Falls Community Main Street and a 2-minute drive from Big Woods Lake Recreation Area
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
The Black Hawk Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Spa services, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Black Hawk Hotel.

This 3.5-star Cedar Falls hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free on-the-go breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
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 transport

  • Free offsite parking within 15 metres
  • 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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 Cedar Falls Iowa
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The Black Hawk Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 504 out of 736 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 736 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 736 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 736 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 736 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

Ron, West Point

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Nice hotel downtown

Loved it! Grew up in CF and walked past this hotel many times. Great place to stay. Loved how they kept most things as they were, with nice updates to bathroom.
Part of Lobby
Hallway
Bedroom
Sitting area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place!!! Love the charm and warmth of the whole place, not at all like the sterile hotel chains, highly recommend it, plan to stay again sometime
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I’ve stayed at the Blackhawk several times and it never disappoints. Love the historical hotel and a great location. Excellent service great lounge. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very impressed with accommodations and unique aspects of the space. Great deal, will stay again and highly recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very cool old timey hotel, antiques everywhere. Spacious, uniquely decorated room. Delicious cocktail. Close to restaurants, bars, and the bike trail
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, vintage comfortable rooms, great downtown location near shops and restaurants and bars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service at this charming hotel. Unique and beautiful art on display in the hallways giving it a gallery feel. This hotel is just such a historical gem!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

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

Check this out!

Old world charm throughout! Super friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms + a craft bar in the lobby! What else is there to ask for!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property and a really neat main street location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel - Disappointed that fitness center is not available as Advertised on website.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I recommend this stay it’s very cool!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Good weekend!!

Great place to stay!! Beautiful building!! Great staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a perfect stay! Amazing hospitality and a great staff. Super cool hotel!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel very convenient and well located lots to see
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here. The hotel has a ton of character and history. Bar Winslow had fantastic drinks, the breakfast pastries were delicious and every single member of the staff was so kind. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Special place of beautiful history! Right in Main Street- park and walk about many cool shops!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lemuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and unique hotel. Staff were very nice and helpful. Can walk to many bars and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025