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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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Relax by the pool surrounded by a spacious deck with lounge chairs and a seating area.
Step into the hotel lobby, where a central staircase and comfortable seating areas invite relaxation.
Welcome to our reception area, where friendly staff are available to assist with check-in and answer any questions.
Surrounded by lush greenery, this building features a striking sculpture in the foreground.
Relax in style with a large sectional sofa and fireplace, perfect for unwinding in a cozy atmosphere.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

Room amenity

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 696 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

Room amenity

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

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Microwave

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Microwave

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Twin Bed, River View

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, River View

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

Room amenity

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

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications Accessible Roll Shwr)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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. Mid-America Center and Stir Cove 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 - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapp Bros. Travel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬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.

Languages

English

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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.

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1006 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carina

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

10/10 Excellent

patricia, grandville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, quiet stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a fun and enjoyable stay! Staff is great, ecspecially the gal running the breakfast area. It was very busy and she did an amazing job keeping things filled and positive attitude. Does need to have some repairs in the rooms with tubs and flooring. Otherwise great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorena

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey, Colorado Springs

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly. The property was clean. The pool was down during our visit, though we did have access to the pools at the neighboring properties.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Traveled with family

Great stay

Great hotel. We always stay at Holiday Inn Express hotels because of the cleanliness and overall atmosphere of the hotels. This stay was no different. Fast check in, rooms clean and up to date. Pool was fantastic for the kids and was spacious enough for everyone. Breakfast was average, not bad not great. Checkout was very fast as well. Staff were all polite and welcoming. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose rodolfo

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kristine

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dj- great place

And down for one night for a production at the Orphium Theatre. We like staying here because it close to the theatre and the zoo. Also we always have great service. Will be back again. Free breakfast is also good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shuttle is huge bonus
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROBERT PARKS

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie, omaha

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROBERT PARKS

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lacking knowledgeable staff at check in

Attempted to check in later in the evening and hotel staff was anything but helpful. Ended in canceling the reservation and finding accommodations elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lindsey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to immediately cancel our reservation after our room was not a river view room. The pool was broken and the lobby filled with cigarette smoke
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelly

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Do Better

Between Hotels.com and Holiday Inn, the overall experience was awful. I contacted hotels.com and Holiday Inn to reschedule my visit because there was an blizzard. I was completely and totally ignored. Even if it were to say, no, tough luck with the weather, that would at least be some communication.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice upgrades. Although, the beds could use new mattresses.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Josh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Broken pool and hot tub

I came w kids for the pool and hot tub. Both have been broken for months but they still list them on their website. False advertising. We would have gone somewhere else
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breann

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was closed for maintenance. The sister hotel was kind enough to allow guests to use theirs. Just a bummer as we were looking forward to use of the hot tub. That was the only downside. Happens. Just unfortunate.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay wonderful staff great accommodations delicious breakfast with many choices would definitely come back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Easy to check in. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The pool wasn’t available
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025