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Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area

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A spacious room with a wooden staircase, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.
A wooden deck leading to a garden area with a pergola and dense foliage.
A hallway leading to a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a refrigerator.
A room with a wooden floor, a door leading to a balcony, and a view of greenery outside.
A garden pathway leading to a wooden structure with a roof.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to University of Iowa

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Iowa City, IA
  • Place, University of Iowa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa City Public Library
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Englert Theater
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Iowa City

Iowa City is home to this holiday home. The Englert Theater and Iowa Old Capitol Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History. Travelling with kids? Consider Iowa Children's Museum, or check out an event or a game at Kinnick Stadium.
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Iowa City, IA

What's nearby

  • University of Iowa - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iowa City Public Library - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Englert Theater - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Iowa Old Capitol Building - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Old Capitol Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (CID-Eastern Iowa) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Venus Fly Trap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cactus Mexican Grill & Cantina - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Villas Iowa City - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sam's Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area?

As of 25 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area on 16 Nov, 2026 start from S$565, including 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.

How much is parking at Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Japanese Oasis in Iowa City Downtown Area located?

This family-friendly Iowa City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Iowa City Public Library and University of Iowa. Iowa Avenue Literary Walk and University of Iowa Museum of Natural History are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place - would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location good price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great. The Japanese garden was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little oasis. So very quiet. We slept so well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lived up to my expectations. The grounds are beautiful and the space is really cool, comfortable and efficient. It is close to downtown - roughly 15 minute walk and 5 minute drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! We were in town for the weekend to go to an Iowa football game - close enough to walk downtown and to kinnick, easy parking, and great communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2025
Hi Tory, Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay and that the location worked out so well for the football game and exploring downtown. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! Best, Petra
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place- like stepping into another part of the world. A work of art both outside and in- all the details make this a stand apart stay!! Your garden area is something out of a magazine!!! Delightful stay filled with lots of great memories! Thanks SO MUCH
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House location is an easy 1 mile walk to campus. The garden was incredible with a cozy fire pit where we had a nice Fall evening. Automatic Espresso maker made the mornings even better. Bed was nice and comfy. Kids said they slept well on the pull out sofa bed upstairs
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini getaway

We had a great time and the place is very unique and nice..my only complaint would be not enough stuff in the kitchen, no can opener, cheese grater,spatula, potato masher ect...we bought a can opener and potato masher and left it there for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an interesting property. Look carefully at the photos to decide if you like rustic style with European appliances. We think it’s fun to experience something a little different. Although there is a bedroom on the first floor, the only cozy soft chairs to sit on are up the spiral stairs - tricky if you are older or have mobility issues. We enjoyed a sunny afternoon in the wonderful garden, prepared an excellent meal in the kitchen, and slept soundly in the quiet neighborhood. The host, Petra, is very considerate and responsive. We had some trouble figuring out the appliances and she helped us immediately. Chase, the owner’s dog, is sweet and friendly and gentle. We liked visiting him but Petra would have kept him away if we weren’t happy to see him. We recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place that was perfect for visiting the University of Iowa. Nice and clean and had everything we needed. The hosts were very welcoming and fast to respond with any messages I sent. Even though it is a guest house it feels very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Petra was very responsive: This was my first time having a VRBO so I had lots of questions. She was patient and pleasant. I wish the weather had been nicer because the area outside is peaceful and beautiful. It's a secluded corner and very quiet other than birdsong. It's a good place for a quiet retreat with multiple spaces for being together or apart.Inside is very clean and has a minimalistic aesthetic. The bed was softer than I'm used to but I was cozy and woke up feeling rested and pain-free. The kitchen has a lot of amenities that I didn't take full advantage of, but you would have no problem cooking for a small group easily. Bonus points for the electric kettle. The shower with individual sprayer/ rain shower head ran satisfyingly hot for longer than I needed; I brought my own toiletries but they were also provided.There's more that I didn't touch on, but it's a very nice place that's tucked away but minutes from places to go for social activities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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