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

3.0 star property
Hotel in Council Bluffs with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 is near Henry Doorly Zoo. Enjoy American cuisine at Bourbon BBQ and Steaks, plus a free breakfast buffet. Relax at the indoor pool, sauna, and spa tub. A 24-hour gym, free parking, and multilingual staff complete the experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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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)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 Twin Bed, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
  • 470 sq ft
  • River view
  • 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)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 696 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Leisure)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Microwave

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • River view
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 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
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2202 River Rd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501

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
  • Stir Cove - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mid-America Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 2 min drive - 2.0 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

Hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site American cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Bourbon BBQ and Steaks, serves dinner. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, a banquet hall, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • ATM/banking services, free newspapers, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 185 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,012 reviews
$92 nightly
The price is $103
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Amerisportrs
  • Bellas Bakery and Cafe
  • Bourbon BBQ and Steaks
  • Heritage Buffet

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 280 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–midnight.

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

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG on Dec 26, 2025 start from $79.2, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Missouri River and Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs. Joe's Karting and Dodge Riverside Golf Club are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, beautiful view of the snowy River, breakfast was good, shuttle driver to airport very friendly. Near freeway, will stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hari Shankar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Great Riverview.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are comfortable, nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Chlorine burn from the hot tub. Went in on Friday and Saturday am, but by Saturday afternoon it was out of service. Have rashes all over my body. Room was super clean and bed was comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, well located near museums and the zoo.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Beautiful view of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around. Great pool hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel and a great, cheaper alternative to staying at Harrah's or Ameristar.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to from the interstate and plenty of parking. Not much else around the hotel other than a casino. Pool was big but not overly clean since the doors were open, hot tub was closed for unknown safety reasons. Breakfast area is pretty small and was packed on a Monday morning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Very clean hotel, comfortable beds and wonderful assortment of breakfast choices!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Noralee

Liked: Staff & service
Curtain torn down the middle (3rd we've seen in the past 30 days). Ok for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

Stay

Everything was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karren

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The fellow who checked us in could do with an attitude adjustment. The breakfast was just ok.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vilma

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

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, nice rooms, pool room was great as the doors open up and it’s indoor/outdoor. Breakfast is good, they change it up everyday!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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