Brown Street Inn Bed and Breakfast

My partner and I stayed here in The Green Room for Valentine's Weekend! It was one of the most romantic and beautiful vacations I've ever had! Who knew Iowa could be so amazing? The hosts were incredibly nice and accommodating. We took the Amtrak to get there and it was really late but Christine and Doug understood! I loved playing their piano and hanging out playing games. The bathtub is super luxe and I looooved the bed! Will definitely come again!

Be aware that the Brown Street Inn requires that you have the Covid vaccine and be fully boosted. They cancelled our reservation when they found out we didn't meet their vaccine requirements, even though at the time we made the reservation there was no mention of vaccine requirements. Then, when we contacted them, they placed the blame on the third party who booked us. So we had the booking for several weeks before we were cancelled, and it was hard for us to find another hotel at that later date as it is a football game weekend. Whatever you may think of this requirement in 2023, people need to know about it before booking this place. The Brown Street Inn's Covid policy is not easy to find. They don't have it spelled out clearly on their main pages, but you can find it on a link at the bottom of the page. To find it, scroll down to the very bottom of the webpage until you see Quick Links. Under Quick Links, go to 'policies'. Here is what it says under policies: COVID-19 "At this time, we are requiring all guests to be vaccinated and have received all CDC recommended boosters. This allows us to make masking optional in common areas of the Inn. If we are unable to determine that guests are vaccinated when they arrive, we will be unable to honor their reservation."

This 110-year-old mansion has been adapted well to serve as a B&B while maintaining its original character. Actually, the neighborhood surely looks much as it did in 1913, right down to the brick street. We’d suggest spending some relaxing time on the front porch, maybe with your morning coffee. If you are lucky, you might be joined by Christine and Doug who are gracious and helpful hosts who will make sure your stay is all you expect it to be. Accommodations are clean and comfortable, tastefully decorated. The location is convenient for whatever may interest you in Iowa City. The Browne Street Inn is a gem in Iowa City.