As the second-largest city in Iowa, Cedar Rapids offers plenty of great places to visit and things to do. Enjoy a recreational retreat by the river at Palisades-Kepler State Park. You can also go hiking and camping amongst the many other fun stuff to do in Cedar Rapids. Embark on a creative journey by making a stop at Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, which is known for its collection of American artworks. Whether you are a wine enthusiast or just want to try something new, visit Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery for exquisite wine tasting with views of the vineyard. If you plan to visit the area and are looking for a wonderful place to stay, keep reading to learn about the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.
1. Exquisite condo Airbnb with free WiFi (from USD 125)
This beautiful home is located in the very heart of the city. Only minutes away from some of the major attractions such as McGrath Amphitheater, Theatre Cedar Rapids, and Kingston Stadium, the Airbnb enjoys a great location. Clean and inviting bedrooms are equipped with cozy beds that ensure a full night’s rest. A crib is provided for infants.
A high-definition TV in the living area is a good source of indoor entertainment. If work brings you here, you can stay on top of assignments with free WiFi and go about a smooth day of work in the designated workspace.
On the patio of the house, guests can enjoy a glass of wine with their loved ones. If you are traveling to this place in a car, you can park for free on the premises.
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beds were comfortable and plenty of extra blankets pillows etcwe appreciated the secure facilitygroundswell opposite is a must visit for their delicious breakfast denise is very responsive and great with communicationCleanliness:
it was clean quiet and convenientthe place itself was very clean and well stockedvery clean will definitely recommend and stay againclean comfortable beds and great locationnice place to stay very clean organized and perfect for a familyHost:
hosts met us at the door showed us around super nice and helpfulshe’s friendly and responds almost immediately to any requestsdenise is a great hostthe host is amazing and you'll love your stay heredenise was friendly and knowledgeable about the neighborhoodRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfectperfectly located close to downtown easy enough to walk anywheregreat neighborhood very close to downtown cr and good restaurantsfantastic stay and great location to downtown crlocation was perfect for our event
2. Comfortable holiday rental with an equipped kitchen (from USD 76)
Only a leisurely stroll away from the bustling city hub, this exquisite Airbnb rests in a peaceful neighborhood of the city. The interiors carry a charming ambiance through its vibrant décor. Guests can drift off to a peaceful slumber on the bed before gearing up for another day of exploration. Apart from air conditioning, the spaces are also kept comfortably warm and snug through centralized heating.
Guests can kick back with a drink and enjoy binge-watching their favorite web show on a high-definition TV. The well-equipped kitchen can be used to fix meals for the family. A nice breakfast can be savored every morning during your stay here. Pets are welcome which means that you can bring your furry friend along on the trip with you.
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adorable cozy cute and comfy cottage with tons of amenities and thoughtful extraswe loved this little cottage especially appreciated the washer and dryer and the bed was super comfythis is a cozy place krysta is the best- very responsivei had another great stay at the cozy cottage thanks so muchthis cottage was very well kept in a great location and was very cozyCleanliness:
very clean and cozyvery clean and well appointedspacious parking space and a big yard for my dog were nice bonuses tooso perfect cute and cleankrystal's place great had everything needed and then some super clean and very accommodatingHost:
krystal was an awesome host everything was as she said it would bekrystal was helpful thoughtful and responsivekrystal is a wonderful host and i hope to stay here again if i am in the areakrystal is a great communicator and very responsivewould definitely recommend the cottage was beautiful the owner had excellent communication made our stay super simplyRead more reviewsLocation:
cute and cozy placeit was a perfect getaway and centrally located in a safe and convenient neighborhood close to everythingvery close to downtown cedar rapids and safe quiet areacute little place with just about everything you could possibly needit’s close to new bo it’s also close to the interstate so travel is easy
3. Tiny house best for couples and solo travelers (from USD 62)
Experience a unique stay in this cute tiny house that was designed for couples or solo adventurers. Although tiny, this lodging in Cedar Rapids is equipped with modern amenities such as a cozy bedroom, a spotless bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a living room. Note that the toilet is not water-operated so it would be a good idea to read the house manual carefully to learn to operate it.
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the bed was super comfortable and the "upstairs" air conditioning was really niceCleanliness:
very clean and well pricedvery clean with thoughtful touchessuper clean and just as describedit was clean uncluttered private and a great new experienceexcellent stay we had a fantastic time in this adorable clean wonderful tiny houseHost:
they were a wonderful hostlayne is the best host everhe is kind considerate and pays attention to detailtremendous buget friendly weekend getawaythis was a great experience very clean and the host was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the neighborhood is pretty quiet and it is a walking distance from a few smaller shops and restaurantsit was in a great location stores and restaurants about a mile awayvery modern as the pictures show located in a cute quiet neighborhood just outside of downtownit was amazing i love the location and it was clean
4. Cozy house with private backyard (from USD 101)
Have a cozy stay in this lovely house that can be found in Czech Village, which is just minutes away from downtown Cedar Rapids. The place comes with two bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths, making it ideal for up to six people. Whenever you feel like relaxing, you can go to the backyard area where you can absorb the tranquil atmosphere and sip your favorite drink. You can also lounge in the living room or the enclosed front porch.
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very comfortable and complete amenitieseverything furniture super cozy and wonderfully comfortable bedsthe kitchen has all the cooking utensils nice large appliances and an awesome coffee/tea bardownstairs there’s a nice living room with a tv a dining room and kitchen with full amenitiesgreat location 2 bedrooms and bathroom upstairs and deck / patio out backCleanliness:
clean and tastefully decoratedclean quiet comfortablevery clean and comfortableextremely clean and pet friendlyvery clean and a great place to stayHost:
host was friendly and responsivelauren is a super host for surelauren was an excellent host and quickly answered any questions we hadgreat host and great placelauren was extremely responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
located in a family friendly neighborhood close to many attractionsgreat location for our needsgreat location nice neighborhood cute housewonderful location right across from a parkbeautiful home and great location
5. Family-friendly home near downtown (from USD 123)
Situated within minutes from the downtown area, this comfortable house welcomes up to eight guests. With three snug beds, you and your companions can enjoy a good night’s sleep. You can also have access to a private bathroom. Towels and toiletries are provided, so there is no need to bring your own. Other facilities to be enjoyed include a cable television, a DVD player, and wireless internet connection to keep you entertained.
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furnishings are new stylish and comfortablei appreciate all the bathroom amenitiesmark communicated quick and helped resolve a wifi issuethe couch in the living room was wonderful a perfect gathering place for long reunion talksmark was also very responsive & friendly when we had one issue related to the wifiCleanliness:
great place clean and spacevery clean comfortable and quiet homegreat spot and very cleanclean quiet place and great valuethis is a very clean and comfortable placeHost:
host was easy to communicate withmark is a wonderful hosti highly recommend the place and the hostmark was an awesome host and very responsiveshe was very helpful and told us if we needed anything don't hesitateRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location in downtownthe location was greatgreat central location to downtown crgreat location - we walked to and from downtownthe location of the house is good
6. Contemporary house with a well-equipped kitchen (from USD 98)
Feel at home once you enter this contemporary house that is set in a strategic location. Enjoy easy access to attractions and several dining options such as Westside Maid-Rite and Hacienda Las Glorias. Equipped with three spacious bedrooms and one bathroom, the house is great for seven guests. The well-equipped kitchen on the main floor will allow you to cook delicious meals. The living room is a nice place for you to relax as it offers comfortable seating.
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comfy beds wifi and cable tv made everyone happythere are new vinyl windows new bathroom and kitchen fixtures and original wood floorswonderful stay for new year’s eve right in downtown super cheap for the amount of roomsCleanliness:
everything was very cleanit was clean and comfortableit was very clean and had a nice warm feelmarks place was sparkling clean & very comfortablethis house is very clean and nicely decoratedHost:
mark was a wonderful host and went out of his way to make us feel welcome and at homehost was very friendly and quick to respondmark is a wonderful hostmark was an amazing hostmark was a great host and very accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for usgood location to downtown and the highwayit is a great location close to everythingit was a nice location with very easy walk to downtown and lots of near by restaurantsnice place close to downtown and activities
7. Charming bungalow with a relaxing yard
Those who are traveling to Cedar Rapids as a group can book this charming bungalow with sufficient space for nine people. Situated within walking distance from NewBo and Czech Village, the bungalow offers three spacious bedrooms and one full bathroom. Throughout your stay, you can have the house to yourselves and be granted access to all the facilities available such as the barbecue grill and the washer and dryer. Whip up a fantastic dish in the well-equipped kitchen. Turn on the television to enjoy some entertaining shows. The relaxing yard is an ideal place to admire great views while you drink your afternoon tea.
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
8.06 km (5.1 mi) from The Fun Station Cedar RapidsSuperhostAccommodates: 8
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bring an additional fan for the upstairswe really enjoyed the cozy furniture and comfortable bedsthe bigliving room and yard wereperfect for the family to all be togetherthis property was an exceptional value with many nice details and lots of roomthe house is clean good internet very comfortable beds and charmingCleanliness:
very nice house clean and quiethouse was clean and bit larger than expectedthe place was also very cleanhouse was clean and in a great quiet neighborhoodthe house was adorable and very cleanHost:
lori was a great host and was easily availablelori is a responsive hostlori was super responsive to our questions prior to our stayalthough i did not have the opportunity to meet lori she was easy to contact and responsivethe house was amazing it was so cute and cozy and the host was so friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatcute house in great locationgreat location to the czech village with wonderful restaurantsperfect space and good location for our needsthe walkable distance to everything on 16th was fantastic
8. Spacious retreat with pool access (from USD 99)
Enjoy a pleasant stay in a spacious room that is located in a historic building. It is ideally situated close to museums, theaters, and restaurants. With modern amenities such as a fully equipped gym and a swimming pool, you can surely enjoy a wonderful vacation experience. The room comes with two beds, one bathroom, and a kitchen that is stocked with hot chocolate, coffee, tea, and water for your convenience. The property also offers spaces where you can relax and unwind while you enjoy some lovely views of the koi pond and flower gardens.
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good amenities and wifithere are two window air units that cooled the apartment but the kitchen was pretty hotthe bed was especially comfortable with terrific linensthe room was luxuriously decorated the amenities are outstanding and the attention to the customer's needs are excellentthe kitchen was stocked with coffee fresh fruits and energy bars and water and juices in the fridgeCleanliness:
incredibly clean and comfortablevery clean lots of charm comfy sleepinga beautiful clean and stylish apartmentthe apartment was immaculately cleanthe space itself was clean cozy & very stylishHost:
richard is a good hostthank you for being great hoststhe owners even contacted to me make sure the temperature of the apartment was acceptablehosts were helpful and responsive to all questionsthe hosts made us feel comfortable and welcomedRead more reviewsLocation:
great location a 5 min walk from downtownperfect location to coe college and downtowngreat apartment in great locationclose to stores and restaurants and very safe and securegreat location and super cool space
9. Historic house with antique furniture (from USD 67)
If you are exploring Cedar Rapids alone or with just one travel companion, you may want to consider booking this tiny house. This Airbnb is among the oldest in the city and within walking distance from bars, restaurants, and several attractions. Facilities offered include a comfortable queen-sized bed, a bathroom, and a television. Enjoy looking at the antique furniture that creates a historical vibe displayed throughout the house.
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comfortable and cozy with a back porch to quietly chill :)Cleanliness:
it’s definitely small but lots of charm and very cleanthe place is very stylish sparkling clean nice plush towels beautiful tile work in bathroom comfortable and fresh bedgreat space for those on the go clean and comfy bedit also could have been cleaned a bit better but it certainly wasn't messyit is the perfect place to rest and clean up while exploring cedar rapidsHost:
great host no issuesthe staff at the bar were super kind as wellsteph was very responsive and easy to deal withRead more reviewsLocation:
cute accommodations in a central location in newbosuper cute little house with a fabulous locationcute little place in a great locationloved the location in newbogreat location and everything you need
10. Modern house in a vibrant neighborhood (from USD 112)
Relax and recharge in this modern house that is nestled in one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Cedar Rapids, New Bohemia. The house offers three cozy beds that can accommodate six people. It has been furnished with salvaged materials with highlights including the clawfoot tub and farmhouse kitchen cabinets. The spacious living room is the perfect place to lounge in and enjoy a fun family time.
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the apartment is very clean decorated so adorably and has all the amenities you needamazingly gorgeous place very cozythis apartment is so cozy and fun the environment and amenities made us feel right at homethe upstairs apartment is very nice cozy with great touches and cool antiques and historical decorationsbed is awesome and the kitchen is fully stockedCleanliness:
clean and antique decorationsit was very cleanit is cozy and impeccably cleanvery clean well decorated cozy and comfortingi highly recommend this airbnb the space is clean cozy and in a great locationHost:
amazing and very helpful hoststhe host was friendly and very prompt in responding to questionsbeth was an amazing hosthost was very friendly helpful and accommodatingthanks for being a great host bethRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat place located right in the heart of cedar rapidsplus it’s right above a cute thrift store in a great location in newbogreat location within walking distance to many restaurants & attractionssuch a gem best location i can imagine and super cute
11. Quiet cottage with a fire pit (from USD 99)
When in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, this vacation rental lets you enjoy a peaceful stay and is located in a wooded location not far from attractions, cafes, restaurants, and bars. You are welcome to use everything in the house except for the garage. The house is equipped with one bedroom and one bathroom to accommodate a family or a group of four. At night, you can gather around the fire pit and spend some quality time together.
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the cable and wifi were perfectlittle amenities hidden around the house like soaps razors kitchen stuff (butter ketchup coffee - the basics )the cottage is lovely and very comfortablecomfortable queen size bed with lovely bedding and a second flat screen tv made the bedroom perfectthe cozy cottage was the perfect getaway spot for our family of threeCleanliness:
plenty of clean towels and personal touchesclean and very comfortable bedcomphy everything clean and relaxingthe house was immaculately clean including the bathroomit was clean and far above my expectationsHost:
kari is a wonderful hostkari and todd are wonderful hoststhe host was very welcoming and understandingkari is a great host and rightly deserves the "superhost" label she has earnedgreat place run by great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location close to the convention centerbike trails close by and an easy ride to downtowncute and cozy loved the location and would definitely stay againgreat little house in a nice location for usthe location was perfect for our stay
12. Eco cottage with a beautiful garden (from USD 146)
This cozy eco cottage can guarantee a relaxing vacation. In the morning, enjoy strolling through the garden that showcases colorful flowers. With necessary appliances such as an oven and a stove, you can prepare your delicious breakfast in the kitchen area. You are welcome to relax on the patio to enjoy the sun. Featuring two bedrooms and one bathroom, the cottage is ideal for up to six people.
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the bathroom extra amenities were a pleasant surprisethis home has beautiful furnishings wonderful decorations superb amenities many personal touches comfortable beds furniture and moreespecially enjoyed the bath spaces and was grateful for excellent wifi for work meetingsbeautiful comfortable house with well stocked kitchen and all amenitiesthe two beds were comfortableCleanliness:
it is clean and charmingthe place was very clean and the beds were comfortablethis is a fantastic house very clean with modern upgradeswe were just there a quick overnight stay and found everything spotlessly clean nice touches and great communicationit was clean well-furnished and emily was really great about communicatingHost:
host is very responsive to questionsemily was a wonderful hostemily is a great hostemily is a great hostthe host was friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the downtown locationgreat location and very cool houseawesome house in great locationgreat location and a very stylish houseawesome house in a great location
Enjoy a memorable vacation in Iowa
It is good to take a break every now and then. If your idea of paradise is being close to nature and having access to historical places, then you might want to consider visiting the lovely city of Cedar Rapids. Create beautiful memories with your family and have a memorable vacation in Cedar Rapids by staying at one of these Airbnb vacation rentals in the city.
You could also check out some hotels with pool for more accommodation options. For the adventurous kind who loves camping in nature, there are RV rentals that are worth a check as well.
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