Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near MainStrasse Village in Covington

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Indoor pool
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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200 Crescent Ave, (At Crescent and 3rd), Covington, KY, 41011
  • Place, MainStrasse Village
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ohio River
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Great American Ball Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cincinnati, OH (CVG-Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)
  • River view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(83 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room (Specialty)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Covington

Botany Hills stay.With a stay at this Botany Hills hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of MainStrasse Village and 2 miles (3 km) of National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Great American Ball Park and Paycor Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • MainStrasse Village - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohio River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Northern Kentucky Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Paycor Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Great American Ball Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Richter & Phillips Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin’ - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG

Hotel near MainStrasse Village in Covington
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 575 square feet (53 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

This Covington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 127 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 575 sq ft of conference space
  • 53 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1997
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG offers 127 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (26 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (26 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

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

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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).

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG is 8.9 mi (18-min drive) away from the Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG?

As of May 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG on May 25, 2026 start from $133, including 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 Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati (7-min drive) and Turfway Park Racing & Gaming (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG to downtown Covington?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG is 0.9 mi away from Covington.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 771 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1174 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kaitlyn

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jezziel, Huntsville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an unexpected situation during our stay, but the staff handled it with incredible kindness and professionalism. They truly went above and beyond to make things right, and their customer service really stood out. We’re very grateful for how well they took care of us and will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ALIREZA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good people working there with clean and nice and comfortable room,breakfast was good. I appreciate for good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed was super comfy and room was very clean. Coffee on the lobby is really good as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff had happy and wonderful demeanor. The fresh coffee grind per cup was fantastic! Of course, the cinnamon rolls are always the highlight to my morning. Breakfast was delicious with omelettes, bacon, roasted potatoes, fresh pancakes, plus all the continental items like cereal, etc..
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely wonderful the staff was great the pool was great we will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

shelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

james

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Had to switch rooms because the people next to me partied all night with loud music told front desk and nothing was done about it I move and didn’t say anything to them.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Chanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, but a little outdated. Staff was super courteous and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spot on, staff were great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room a friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are just the most wonderful, helpful people. Everything was clean and comfortable. The pool was awesome, our daughter had fun splashing around a bit. Breakfast hit the spot! We can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

angela, Toledo

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Justina

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cost
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jon, Montgomery

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANET, LIVONIA

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laronda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

CAMERON

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff!!! I booked this room for my boys in Cincinnati for their 18th so they can be in an area that had whatever they wanted to do at their fingertips. First bad news you have to be 21 to check in. I was 3 hours away. So I called the hotel and asked what my options were, CLAIRE was my option! Her and I became best friends trying to figure out how we could get my boys into this room with their friends, now steps in big older brother, he traveled to stay with them. Claire was awesome and she felt so bad because of their policy, because as usual my boys were charming and respectful, that she tried to go above and beyond! She allowed them to get into the room after I called and told her their older brother was coming, and then she went a step further and made my twins a little birthday basket to help them celebrate!! Holiday Inn you have a true treasure in dear sweet Claire, please always keep her on staff and I promise you’ll have a customer for life At this location, and trust me we travel to Cincinnati a lot!! Thank you Claire so very much for going an extra mile to help me give my twins the best weekend ever!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

BRYAN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

gloria, Chicago

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes it was exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026