Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

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Indoor pool
Point of interest
Exterior
Reception
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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2202 River Rd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
  • Place, Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, River View

  • 470 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 696 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(69 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible Roll Shwr)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View (Communications Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Council Bluffs

Near the airport.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Missouri River and Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs. Joe's Karting and Dodge Riverside Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mid-America Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 2 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 10 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hooters - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Quaker Steak & Lube - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Orsi's Italian Bakery & Pizzeria - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Full Fledged Brewing C - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG

3-star hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
As a guest of Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 280 square feet (25 square meters) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG. An area shuttle within 7 mi and a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are free. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Council Bluffs hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 185 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 280 sq ft of conference space
  • 25 sq m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG offers 185 accommodations with video-game consoles and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle up to 7 mi
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Council Bluffs I-29
Holiday Inn Hotel Council Bluffs I-29
Holiday Inn Hotel I-29
Holiday Inn I-29
Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Council Bluffs I 29
Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Council Bluffs I 29 an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG Hotel
"Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Council Bluffs I 29 an IHG Hotel"

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG is 6.3 mi (19-min drive) away from the Eppley Field Airport (OMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG on Nov 24, 2025 start from $104.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

How close is Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (15-min drive) from Lake Manawa Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs (6-min walk) and Horseshoe Council Bluffs (3-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to midnight.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG have a restaurant?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG is home to Bourbon BBQ and Steaks, which features American cuisine.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG to downtown Council Bluffs?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG is 2.8 mi away from Council Bluffs.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN, Avon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing from check-in to checkout!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Swimming pool was dirty kids didn’t want to swim and were disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Bismarck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay and the chicken strips and Philly steak at at the casino next door were a convenient walk away, then easy to eat on the outdoor patio are near the pool while watching the river run on by. Gorgeous sunset. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann marie

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family

Stay

Everything was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay. Bed/pillows were great and everything was clean. Check in was quick, staff friendly and breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Berne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had requested adjoining rooms and the staff did the best they could be getting us side by side
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheldon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a long day yesterday and was up super early. Wanted to sleep in. Had an employee with a clipboard beating on our door in the morning and woke us all up. Did not get to sleep in
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Krysty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Gurabo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Berne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Requested adjoining rooms as we were traveling with our daughter and were put on different floors which was not convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Harlan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had only cold water. Talked to staff and they said they have been having trouble with the water heater. We could not shower. Upset we booked a room and they knew we would not have hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn, Gillette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessicca

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff was excellent. The room was clean, but pretty run down. The thermostat was on a sensor. Arriving, the room was very stuffy and musty smelling. I turned the air down to get cool air circulating and apparently it was on a sensor and shut off when we left. When my son and I came back from an outdoor concert overheated and ready for bed, the room was just as hot and stuffy as when we left. It took almost an hour for everything to cool down. In the morning breakfast area left alot to be desired. Staff was great. Location was ok, but there is alot of construction around the property. Not terrible, but would choose somewhere else in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The a/c was very loud and didnt barely work. The room was outdated for the price. The
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
The pictures on website looked like it was new. It’s an older hotel. Just not what we expected when we drove up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vilma

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great buffet was a little different each time.overall stay was great! Definitely will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025