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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers can recharge in the indoor pool or refuel at the snack bar after exploring Cincinnati's charming MainStrasse Village - perfect for active days

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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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(85 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(80 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room (Specialty)

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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. Visit our Covington travel guide
Map
200 Crescent Ave, (At Crescent and 3rd), Covington, KY, 41011

What's nearby

  • MainStrasse Village
    MainStrasse Village
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ohio River
    Ohio River
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Paycor Stadium
    Paycor Stadium
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
    National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Great American Ball Park
    Great American Ball Park
    3 min drive - 2.0 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
  • Burger King
    8 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    9 min walk
  • Dunkin’
    10 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Cincinnati Riverfront by IHG

Hotel near National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Located close to MainStrasse Village and Paycor Stadium, 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 a front-desk safe
  • A vending machine, bicycle parking, and ATM/banking services
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and 2 meeting rooms
  • 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

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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, a fire extinguisher, 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 767 out of 1166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1166 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and staff were super friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bill

Room was clean and Staff was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanita Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean property. Daily housekeeping. Great for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bilen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff that is extremely helpful and very kind. Loved how clean the hotel was. The hot breakfast was definitely a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dottie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Onr of the cleanest I've stayed in. The staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast menu was pretty good. The cinnamon rolls were great. The parking out front was not great due to construction and not a great area but the hotel itself was nice and the staff was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very welcoming and friendly,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with courteous staff. Diverse breakfast options. Would book again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Loreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely adore the staff here. Somehow Claire always recognizes me, and is most helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Darice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and well-kept property! Pleasantly surprised the breakfast was pretty good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, breakfast was great and the rooms were very clean, Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good. The room was great! The location met our needs. There was still snow on the ground and we were able to walk to restaurants and Covington's Main Street.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joleane

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The road to needs repair, their is no restraunt, the pool is filthy and cold! Discusting oil hair and bugs in it. The breakfast was good and free, the room was great, clean and comfortable and the check out was nice and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so nice. Breakfast was great and the hotel and room were super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and the facility was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thelma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. There was some wear and tear evidence in the wall of the tub/shower, especially near the grab bar, and discoloration in the tile grouting, evidently close to time for some property updates. (Which is happening at Holiday Inn Expresses I’ve noticed in recent travels.) Beds were comfy, it was quiet - slept well. Staff was very nice. Overall good and I would stay here again. Also a great location for attending events in Cincinnati.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 2nd shift ladies were so nice and friendly and very helpful. We wanted one of them to go to the FC Cincinnati soccer game with us but she had to work lol great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are just the most wonderful, helpful people. Everything was clean and comfortable. The pool was awesome, our daughter had fun splashing around a bit. Breakfast hit the spot! We can't wait to come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia E

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in room 617. Smelled heavily of smoke. Otherwise hotel and room were clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, room was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very helpful a n d room and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room is well appointed, spotless and gorgeous water front view!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026