The Exel Inn of Cedar Rapids is an affordable and comfortable lodging choice offering pleasure and business travelers attractive, clean rooms, genuine hospitality - plus many amenities not typically found at an economy hotel. Our hotel is located on the south side of the city, just 0.5 miles from Hawkeye Downs Speedway, 5 miles from the Cedar Rapids airport, and convenient to a wide variety of venues including Museums, Art Galleries, and Theater.