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Western Inn

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Indoor pool
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Western Inn welcomes guests with a continental breakfast, cozy library, and business center. Unwind in the indoor pool after exploring. Free self-parking makes it easy, and the staff earns consistent praise from visitors.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, 51503

What's nearby

  • Iowa Western Community College - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Mid-America Center - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Lake Manawa State Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 9 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 10 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Western Inn

Hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Free continental breakfast, a library, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Western Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers, a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Property is also known as

Western Council Bluffs
Western Inn Council Bluffs
Western Inn
Western Inn Hotel
Western Inn Council Bluffs
Western Inn Hotel Council Bluffs

Frequently asked questions

Does Western Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Western Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Western Inn allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Western Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Western Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Western Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Western Inn located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bowlero Council Bluffs and within 3 mi (5 km) of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital and Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa. Iowa Western Community College and CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Western Inn Reviews

6.2

6.0

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.0

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 175 out of 1013 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 221 out of 1013 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, nice spacious room, very clean, great breakfast, friendly staff, swimming pool was actually open, clean, & warm water, had a guest washer & dryer to use, great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kasey

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don't use the pool
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kasey

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was charged a pet fee multiple times with no pet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor Manuel

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

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A little run down.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Always room for improvement!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy in and out. Dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff they either have it or they don't but will make sure your needs are met Ours were
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
G
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Staff was wonderful and the hotel was decent and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Affordable. Quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBRA LYNN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed here many times going back and forth from Michigan to SoCal.. with my dog and without.. always friendly, easy in and out
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was on his phone for check out and didn't even look at us. The air conditioner did not work properly, the faucet dripped, and
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tammy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were not queen size beds. They were standard double. They were very hard and un comfortable. Would not stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was on the older side, but maintained to a point. It was a good spot to stay for a quick overnight with dog.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elizabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Carpet was duck taped Room smellled bad Bed was hard
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Marchelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our 1st room was on the second floor and they did not have an elevator and the room was dirty and furniture was broken. They ended up giving us a room on the first floor which was in better condition but the furniture was dirty and there was poop on the bathroom wall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the optimal place to stay for attending a concert at the Westfair Amphitheater- took 10 minutes or so to get there. The hotel smelled good, room was clean, parking was great, and the staff was courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Ammon

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

Cheap for a reason.

Holes in the walls. Very out dated. Pool closed. Continental breakfast has six options waffles plain bagel white and wheat bread cereal and yogurt.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every other weekend about with my kids the staff is great nobody really bothers you and have a swimming pool The only downfall at all if there is one is sometimes the high speed internet lags and my son trying to Play PlayStation online gets upset because he can't Play his game online besides that is great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda P

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

Anniversary

All went great 👍 thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kalyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The facility itself is a bit dated as is the carpets, room furniture etc., There is obvious signs of previous water damage. However this is a great hotel for the price. Safe and comfortable. The host were great. Quick efficient check in, friendly and competent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

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