Quad City International Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended…

Quad City International serves Moline, Rock Island, Davenport and Bettendorf together: the closest center, Moline, is about 15 minutes by car, a similar distance in every direction across the Quad Cities. Those flying early or staying for work find it convenient to remain near the terminal. Those stopping to visit the John Deere Pavilion, the TaxSlayer Center or the riverfront venues between Moline and East Moline sleep better there, with the Mississippi in view. Along John Deere Road, halfway between the two areas, there's also a practical alternative for those getting around by car between the different Quad Cities.

Airport area

Hotels 2-5 minutes by car from the terminal, some with free shuttle.

Best for: Travelers with an early flight or staying just one night for work, with no need to move around.

Pros

just minutes from the terminal, convenient for early flights or short layovers
free shuttle available at more than one hotel in the area

Cons

an area of interchanges and warehouses, nothing to do on foot in the evening
for the Moline riverfront you still need 10-15 minutes by car

Recommended hotels in this area

Hampton Inn & Suites Moline-Quad City Int'l Aprt: Right next to the terminal, with a hot breakfast included and an indoor pool.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Moline Airport: Free shuttle to the airport and breakfast on weekdays, rooms with a mini fridge.
Best Western Airport Inn: Less than two kilometers from the terminal, with an indoor pool and a buffet breakfast included.

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John Deere Commons and the riverfront

Neighbourhood · Taxi or car about 15 minutes to the terminal, no direct shuttle.

Best for: Travelers visiting the John Deere Pavilion, the TaxSlayer Center or the riverfront venues between Moline and East Moline.

Pros

on the riverfront, just steps from the John Deere Pavilion and the TaxSlayer Center
more choice of restaurants and evening venues than the airport area

Cons

a car is needed to get to the airport or the other Quad Cities
less practical for those with a very early flight

Recommended hotels in this area

Element by Marriott Moline: On the riverfront near John Deere Commons, with bike rental and breakfast included.
Stoney Creek Hotel Quad Cities - Moline: A lodge-style hotel on the banks of the Mississippi, just steps from the John Deere Pavilion.
The Axis Moline Hotel, Tapestry Collection By Hilton: A historic building from the 1920s in East Moline, just blocks from the TaxSlayer Center, with a free airport shuttle.

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Along John Deere Road

Airport area · About 10 minutes by car from the terminal along John Deere Road.

Best for: Travelers getting around the Quad Cities by car who want a suite with a kitchenette halfway between the airport and downtown.

Pros

suites with a kitchenette, convenient for multi-night stays
an intermediate location practical for getting around the Quad Cities by car

Cons

a car is needed for both the airport and the Moline riverfront
an area with no venues or restaurants within walking distance

Recommended hotels in this area

Residence Inn by Marriott Moline Quad Cities: Suites with a kitchen on John Deere Road, about 5 miles from the terminal, convenient for extended stays.

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