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

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

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Indoor pool
Point of interest
Serves lunch and dinner
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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2202 River Rd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
  • Place, Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mid-America Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, River View

  • River view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed

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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • River view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(77 reviews)
  • River view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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

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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

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

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About the area

Council Bluffs

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

What's nearby

  • Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mid-America Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stir Cove - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 7 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapp Bros. Travel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brickhouse Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tish's Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

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. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands 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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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 Apr 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG on May 3, 2026 start from CA $126, 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. 618 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JOHN, KEARNEY NE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Loved the free shuttle and parking while out of the country!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostess was friendly & helpful. We had a nice stay at a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel. Price is great. Breakfast is wonderful and the room is very nice !
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosalva

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, clean hotel. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michell

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, close walk to entertainment options and quiet rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danya

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Berne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Want to express our gratidude how very much they honored our room request. Have stayed here many many times and appreciate your staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, clean room and free breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Dennis

thermostat wasnt very user friendly. first was cold then hot all night long
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ipei

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025