Places to stay in Oakdale, Iowa

Oakdale was an unincorporated rural residential village established in 1908 by the State of Iowa as a state-wide treatment center for tuberculosis in rural Johnson County, located about five miles northwest of central Iowa City and now a part of Coralville, adjacent to the community of North Liberty. The site was chosen for its remoteness, its location along a railroad, and its proximity to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. Local restaurants include Gus’ Food And Spirits, Culver’s, Taco Bell, and La Cava Mexican Restaurant.

If you are travelling in the area, Oakdale is located close to Cedar Rapids North Bound Rest Area, Gregg Post Office (historical), Shueyville United Methodist Church, North Ridge Park and Samuel Jordan Kirkwood State Historical Marker.

The center of Oakdale ( which is at is longitude -91°36'11.620 and latitude 41°42'22.806 ) is located 3 miles away from Coralville, 3 miles away from North Liberty and 5 miles away from Iowa City.

Available Oakdale lodging

We currently have 4 accommodations in and around Oakdale.

Oakdale Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Heartland Inn, Coralville
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Heartland Inn

Approx 4 miles away in Coralville:

Breathe easy in the smoke-free environment of Heartland Inn Iowa City. Closest hotel to University of Iowa, Hospitals, Kinnick Stadium and Carver Hawkeye Arena.
87 Second Street
Coralville, Iowa
Extended Stay / Suites

Staybridge Suites Iowa City - Coralville

Approx 4 miles away in Coralville:

Staybridge Suites is conveniently located in the Iowa River Landing for business, vacation travel, the Xtream Arena and trips to the University of Iowa Health Care. The hotel is just off I-80 and places you 10 minutes from downtown Iowa City .....
801 East 2nd Avenue
Coralville, Iowa
Motels

Super 7 Motel

Approx 4 miles away in Coralville:

810 1st Avenue
Coralville, Iowa

Oakdale Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Park

Approx 2 miles away in North Liberty:

Peaceful Colony Country Campground is a wonderful place for you to enjoy peaceful surroundings and all the things eastern Iowa has to offer. We are a quiet, family operated campground with a location far from city noise. Explore Eastern Iowa .....
1275 West Forevergreen Road
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Oakdale

Photograph of Jersey Mike’s Subs, Coralville
Jersey Mike’s Subs

Jersey Mike’s Subs ( Dining / Fast Food ). Located at 3268 Crosspark Road, Coralville, 1 mile from the center of Oakdale. At Jersey Mike's Subs, we're all about quality. What makes a Jersey Mike's Sub so good? It's the ingredients! High quality meats and cheese sliced in front of you, store baked bread, and the authentic taste – served Mike's Way, fresh lettuce, onions, tomatoes, oil, vinegar and spices! Of course, everything is served with a smile. www.jerseymikes.com Link

Huhot Mongolian Grill ( Dining / Chinese ). Located at 917 25th Avenue, Coralville, 2 miles from the center of Oakdale. HuHot Mongolian Grill and barbeque Restaurant. Create your own stir fry from our wide selection of meats, seafood, noodles, fresh vegetables and homemade sauces. Watch as our cooks grill it before your eyes! huhot.com Link

Taco John’s ( Dining / Fast Food ). Located at 2601 James Street, Coralville, 2 miles from the center of Oakdale. With its fusion of distinctive flavors and south-of-the-border spices, Taco John’s®️ Coralville located at 2601 James Street in Coralville, IA is all about Bigger. Bolder. Better. Choose from classic items like Meat & Potato Burritos, Stuffed Grilled Tacos, Potato Olés®️ and the bold and crave worthy Fried Chicken Taco. Stop in for signature specials like Taco Tuesday®️ and the everyday ValuEST Menu starting at just $1-$2-$3. On the go? Place a Mobile Order with our Taco John’s App and join Bigger Bolder Rewards to earn free food today! locations.tacojohns.com Link