Welcome to The Hotel at Kirkwood Center. Just minutes from the Eastern Iowa Airport and Interstate 380, the Corridor's newest boutique hotel offers everything the business traveler desires. Plus, a little bit more. Stylish, Euro chic features greet you as you enter the lobby. The extensive, completely original art collection was created exclusively by Iowa artists, including the striking chandelier featured in the Class Act restaurant, composed by a Kirkwood faculty member. Every detail, floor to ceiling, was hand-chosen to create an amazing atmosphere for guests to enjoy. "The Hotel is second to none in this area for ambience and experience," commented Lee Belfield, general manager. "The boutique feel and the relaxing, almost rejuvenating atmosphere lend to a very memorable stay." But it's the service that truly sets The Hotel apart. "The world's great hotels have a one-to-one guest room to employee ratio," Belfield continued. "The Hotel at Kirkwood center has 71 rooms and more than 100 employees. That is an indication that every guest experience will exceed expectation." Because The Hotel at Kirkwood Center is a teaching facility, more professional staff is required to bring the service to the highest level. The vision for The Hotel staff and administration is to help prepare the finest professionals who will someday lead the global hospitality industry. This is a lofty goal that cannot be compromised. "Every minute of every day, we must demonstrate best practices, because we are teaching the industry's future leaders," Belfield said. "Average isn't good enough. To perform anywhere less would do a great disservice to the world-class facility we've built." What's in it for the business traveler beyond beauty and service? A lot. Just a few of The Hotel's perks include: free shuttle service, free wireless Internet in every room, outstanding food from the Class Act restaurant (within The Hotel), in room dining, a full bar, concierge services, on-site fitness facility and attention to every detail, so your stay is convenient and comfortable.