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Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Lost Island Waterpark in Waterloo

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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2127 La Porte Road, Waterloo, IA, 50702
  • Place, Lost Island Waterpark
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, MercyOne Waterloo Pain Management
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, MercyOne Waterloo Podiatric Care
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hair dryer, towels

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Waterloo

In shopping district.You'll find Lost Island Waterpark and South Hills Golf Course within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Isle Casino Waterloo and Grout Museum of History are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Lost Island Waterpark - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Isle Casino Waterloo - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • MercyOne Waterloo Pain Management - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • MercyOne Waterloo Podiatric Care - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Young Arena - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

Hotel near Lost Island Waterpark in Waterloo
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls 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. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Waterloo hotel is smoke free.

  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Waterloo hotel provides 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

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 35.00 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 35.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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 Express Cedar Falls
Holiday Inn Express Cedar Falls Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Cedar Falls Hotel Waterloo
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls
Waterloo Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls Hotel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG is 8.5 mi (13-min drive) away from the Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

As of Nov 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG on Nov 30, 2025 start from $118.0, 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 Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Isle Casino Waterloo (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG to downtown Waterloo?

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG is 2.3 mi away from Waterloo.