William Hill Online Sportsbook Review and Promo Code

Is the William Hill online sportsbook legal in Iowa?

Yes, each of the 19 casinos in Iowa can license two online sportsbooks as well as run retail betting operations. Followed bill SF 617, online sports betting became law in May 2019. Iowa moved quickly, with the first William Hill-branded sportsbooks opening in August.

In a different approach to other states, Iowa laws require that players sign-up in person for each site. You can do this via the offices of the casinos William Hill has partnered with, including Prairie Meadows, Lakeside Casino and the two Isle Casinos in Bettendorf and Waterloo.

Other bonuses, promotions at William Hill Iowa sports betting

William Hill in Iowa does an excellent job of offering bonuses and promotions around the most significant sporting events.

A good example is when NFL and college football seasons come around, traditionally the busiest time of the year for sportsbooks.

Examples of promotions revolving around football include the following:

• The First 6: Bet $10 or more on the first touchdown scorer, and if the player scores again, you win double. If the player scores the second 6-pointer, you’ll get 50% cash-back.
• Trifecta Sweep: During NFL’s Monday Night Football, place wagers on the spread, the total and first-half spread. If you win all three, William Hill will pay out a whole extra bet.
• Saturday Upset Special: Place a moneyline wager on an underdog at odds of +300 or better, and you’ll get cash-back if they lose by 3 points or fewer.
• Hail Mary Parlays: Receive 15% cash-back if you lose on a four-leg parlay on college football Saturdays.

A similar range of promotions will feature when other sporting seasons are underway, especially for baseball and basketball. Check out all of the offers under the “Promotions” tab in the left-hand menu bar.

Downloads, design and usability at William Hill Sportsbook

On entering William Hill Sportsbook, you’ll see the blue, white and gold color scheme across the site.

You can bet via an iOS app, Android app or the responsive website. Note that Android users must download the William Hill app directly from William Hill; it is not available in the Google Play Store.

The home page is divided into three primary columns:

The left-hand column is where you’ll be able to navigate from sport to sport. The top menu offers direct links to the “InPlay” and “Promotions” section. A search option lets you find any wagers relating to a team or a player immediately.

Below you’ll find the “Popular” menu, with one-click links to the nine most popular sports offered at William Hill (in order of popularity), as well as another link to the live betting, aka “InPlay” section. The final menu in this column features all of the sports available in an A-Z format. Each of these menus is collapsible.

In the middle column of the page, you’ll find all of the betting action. A scrolling ad features at the top of the page, bringing you ads for the best promotions on the site and the latest odds on some of the most significant events available.

Below this, you’ll find the odds for all of the popular sports. In most cases, you’ll find the moneyline, point spread and totals wagers listed for each event (if applicable, of course). Many of the events from the major US sports leagues also feature a “More Bets” button featuring a series of other wagers alongside the three classic options.

The middle column features several sports, with the option to view all markets for each. For example, you could choose the “View All Football” option.

The right-hand column is empty on entering the site. However, the moment you click on a selection, the bet slip will appear and will be auto-filled with that selection. To place a wager, you’ll need to fill in your stake or select a particular bet type, such as a parlay.

Drop-down menus

At the top of the home page, you’ll find two drop-down menus. The first of these allows you to choose which odds format you’d prefer. The default option is American, while you can also select fractional or decimal. The other menu titled “Help and Feedback,” which tells you the best options to connect with the customer services team (we detail below).

Range of bets available at William Hill Iowa Sportsbook

Here’s a look of some of the many bet types you’ll be able to place at William Hill:

• Point spreads
• Moneyline
• Totals
• Teasers
• Parlays
• Round robins
• Futures
• Live betting or “InPlay”

While the list above covers the general options when it comes to betting, there are many sport-specific wagers on offer, too. For example, in baseball, you have the run line, where the underdog is given a +1.5 run spread, working similarly to the point spread. Hockey has the puck line, which also functions similarly.

William Hill Iowa sports betting coverage

In total, there are 11 types of sports available at William Hill in Iowa. Here is a rundown of your options:

• Football: Throughout the NFL season, you’ll find an extensive range of NFL betting options on every game, beyond point spread, moneyline and totals. Some of the best promotions available occur during college football season. A full offering of futures markets are provided, including divisional and conference winners, the winner of the college football championship and individual player markets. Check out the prop bets around the Super Bowl, too.
• Baseball: The baseball season offers an incredible number of games, and, therefore, betting opportunities. Every game throughout the season features run line, totals and moneyline markets. The action ramps up as the playoff season hits. Futures wagers revolve around the divisional races and the World Series.
• Basketball: Both the NBA and college seasons are covered extensively, with point spreads, moneylines and totals available on all games. Look out for some college prop betting on the NBA Championship when March hits.
• Hockey: All of the regular-season games and the playoffs are provided, with puck line, moneyline and over/under bets available on all the games. The futures action revolves around the Stanley Cup.
• Soccer: All of the big European leagues are available at William Hill Iowa, alongside events such as the Champions League and MLS. The World Cup will receive the most extensive coverage of all. The major US leagues and soccer games will feature further betting options alongside the match odds.
• Tennis: Enjoy the action from all of the major tennis tours, including the WTA, the ATP alongside challenger events. The four Grand Slams are the center of the futures options.
• Golf: You’ll find betting on the PGA Tour, as well as head-to-head options. When the four majors come around, there are a plethora of betting options, but futures wagers are the most popular.
• Auto Sports: In this section, you can enjoy betting markets from NASCAR (including the Xfinity Series) and Formula One, with outright odds on each of the races.

Currently, the remaining sports available at William Hill Iowa are boxing and the MMA, featuring the biggest upcoming bouts. It also features Australian rules football.

Banking options at William Hill online sportsbook

William Hill operates a fully legal and registered sportsbook in the state of Iowa. It offers a range of deposit options for its customers to enjoy.

Here is a rundown of your available options:

• Debit and Credit Cards: Currently, you can make a deposit using Visa or Mastercard. The funds will hit your account immediately, perfect if you want to place a bet promptly. For convenience, the site can store your card details, with you only needing to enter the CVV number from the back of the card to make deposits in the future.
• Prepaid Cards: Prepaid cards are an ideal deposit option. William Hill offers its version, a Play+ card. Once you load the card with funds. you can use it to transfer funds to the William Hill sportsbook. You can also use the card for cash withdrawals at ATMs. Enroll for the card through the “Deposit Funds” option, and upon making your first deposit, a physical card will arrive at your home.
• ACH/E-checks: Having enrolled with William Hill, you’ll have the ability to transfer funds directly to the site from your bank account.
• Cash: You can make a deposit at a William Hill-affiliated casino in Iowa, or use the PayNearMe system, depositing via the cashier at 7-Eleven stores located throughout the state.

Customer service options

When you’re having an issue, your first port of call is to click on the “Help” option. It is in the “Help and Feedback” menu at the top of the page, along with “Getting Started,” Account” and “Sports Rules.”

On the initial “Help” page, you’ll see the most-asked questions along with FAQ on each subject.

If you require further interaction with the team at William Hill Iowa, use the live chat feature. Enter your first and last name and email address, and a member of the customer services team will help answer any questions you have.

If you prefer to speak to someone, there is a dedicated phone number. Also, you can email the team directly.

The support department at William Hill is available 24 hours a day and seven days a week.

Responsible gaming at William Hill Iowa

William Hill is committed to responsible gaming and features a page that aims to “provide you with the means to maximize your enjoyment while gaming responsibly.”

You’ll find a list of warning signs, any of which could point to a gambling problem. There’s also a link to the Problem Gambler’s hotline.

Various options exist at William Hill to ensure its players can enjoy gaming responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: You can set a limit on your maximum deposit on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.
• Spending Limit: Set the maximum bet (or spending) limit on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.
• Daily Time Limit: You can set a daily limit on the number of hours spent at the site (This is measured by the time between logging in and logging off.).
• Cool-Off Time Limit: Set a cooling-off period between three and 30 days.
• Self-Exclusion: In extreme cases, you can merely self-exclude, meaning you cannot use your account for an agreed time of between one day and five years.

In summary: William Hill Sportsbook in Iowa

William Hill is one of the most trusted and respected sports betting companies.

The initial bonus of $50 after placing $50 of bets is an excellent early boost for new customers at William Hill. Meanwhile, the range of promotions for existing customers is extensive, especially for those players who enjoy wagering on the headline sports. The overall coverage is excellent, with a wide choice of games available and a full range of all of the most popular bet types, including extensive in-play options.

About William Hill

William Hill has a long history, which began in 1934. Formed in the UK at a time when gambling was deemed illegal, William Hill would initially offer wagers on horse racing.

Legalization would soon follow, and the company would become a major force in the country, where bookmakers were dotted along every “high street.” While there is still a focus in the UK, William Hill US started in 2012, with a focus on operations within Nevada. In May 2018, it was deemed by the Supreme Court that the federal ban on state-sponsored sports betting was unconstitutional.

This move has opened the door for the company to explore betting opportunities in many more states across the US, including Iowa.