Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, a quick walk to MainStrasse Village

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Exterior
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
600 West 3rd Street, Covington, KY, 41011

What's nearby

  • MainStrasse Village - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Northern Kentucky Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Paycor Stadium - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Great American Ball Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Newport Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rosie's Tavern - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG

Hotel near MainStrasse Village
Located close to Northern Kentucky Convention Center and Paycor Stadium, Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Grilled & Chilled, features kids' meals and breakfast. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
  • Luggage storage, 3 meeting rooms, and wedding services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 155 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 7 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 12.95 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Grilled & Chilled

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 27 to May 27:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 12.95 per person
  • Self parking fee: USD 7 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
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 seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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

Cincinnati-Riverfront
Cincinnati-Riverfront Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront Covington
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront Hotel
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront Hotel Covington
Covington Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Cincinnati Riverfront Hotel Covington
Holiday Inn Covington

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 27 to May 27.

Is Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 7 per day.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Covington, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of MainStrasse Village and Northern Kentucky Convention Center. John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge and Smale Riverfront Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop is 26 minutes by foot and Fountain Square Tram Stop is 29 minutes.

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Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great stay! Would come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

We have been staying here for 10+ years, my kids love the outdoor pool and the easy trolley access for the Reds games.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Clean, friendly and helpful staff. Many food options within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Perfectly placed just across the river from Cincinnati, clean hotel and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

The staff was amazing and the location was great. Waffle house across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

The hotel was clean and the beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very clean; helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

The staff was really nice and friendly. Location was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10

Close to highways & restaurants, plenty of parking, quick check in & out. Bathroom shower could’ve been cleaner & the shower head dripped otherwise it was a good stay. Was a little iffy about neighborhood but didn’t have any issues.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10

Nice property nothing fancy clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

The room was average, it could have been cleaner, especially the bathroom and carpet needs to be clean. The customer service was A-1 ! So it made the stay ok.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very clean and friendly staff. Lots of dining options close by!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

Help desk was nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Good stay, staff were friendly, low security deposit only $30, free parking, close to a bunch of restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Nice place. Really close to all the things to do in both KY and Cinci.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

Staff was very friendly. In an area surrounded by 4 liquor stores and not much else. I woke up with bug bites.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Clean and comfortable front desk workers were nice and welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Nice hotel walking distance to restaurant and shops. Close to Cincinnati but a nice quiet place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10

The sink was dirty. Room was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location. Family safe. Good restaurants near by. Use Cest for being ubered around town and over to Cincinnati, instead of trolley or Uber.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

It wasn't bad ,wasn't great. The hallways were old, rooms we better. Restaurant staff was super friendly just under resourced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location for a cheaper option than staying downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Friendly staff, excellent location. Check in was quick. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

An older hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025