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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG

2.5 star property
Riverwalk hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Room amenity
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront is near the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. Guests enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, WiFi, an indoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and helpful staff praised by visitors.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility Accessible)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Additional Living Area)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Mobility Accessible)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room (Specialty)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Room (Specialty)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(76 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Covington, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG is in the business district and on the waterfront. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and Creation Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden and Ark Encounter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Paycor Stadium or Great American Ball Park. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding, and ski runs, or check out other outdoor activities such as snow tubing.
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200 Crescent Ave, (At Crescent and 3rd), Covington, KY, 41011

What's nearby

  • Paycor Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • National Underground Railroad Freedom Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Great American Ball Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Heritage Bank Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Newport Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Richter & Phillips Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati, OH (LUK-Cincinnati Municipal - Lunken Field) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG

Hotel near MainStrasse Village
Located close to Paycor Stadium and National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and bicycle parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • A vending machine, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 127 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • 575 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (26 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat (20 inches high)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (26 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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

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
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of MainStrasse Village, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and Great American Ball Park. Paycor Stadium and Heritage Bank Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1018 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1018 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an easy off and on from the interstate. Very clean and nice looking hotel. Staff on duty were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was delicious from the biscuits and sausage gravy to the warm cinnamon rolls. The breakfast area was also constantly cleaned. I will stay here again the next time I’m in Cincinnati.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Statium, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A short drive to Newport on the Levee an had a pretty good breakfast at hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient to the Cincinnati Reds Ballpark
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy, great breakfast included, wonderful staff. The location was fairly noisy, even at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mackenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great breakfast, clean rooms and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great fireworks view
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuhong

The location felt a bit remote, but overall very good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was superb. Room was clean. Pool was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Suite was wonderful. Fantastic plumbing (pressure). Front desk staff was top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and the service amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to Ballpark
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Will never stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing! Very clean the food was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet place and great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shakila

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I did enjoy the stay , everthing was cleaned, great breakfast. The area is very dull and dirty. hotel was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Location was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No complaints about anything. Affordable, clean, comfortable bed, free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

angeles

Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are comfy, the a/c is cold and Its close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed here to go the Ark Encounter, Creation Museum and couple of ballgames at Great American Ballpark. perfect location. transportation to ballgames was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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