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American Inn Council Bluffs

2.5 star property

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - American Inn Council Bluffs (Council Bluffs)
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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - American Inn Council Bluffs (Council Bluffs)
American Inn Council Bluffs provides amenities like free continental breakfast and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Suite

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Council Bluffs is home to American Inn Council Bluffs. Fox Run Golf Club and Spring Lake Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Union Pacific Railroad Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at CHI Health Center Omaha or Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Visit our Council Bluffs travel guide
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1000 Woodbury Ave, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503

What's nearby

  • Lake Manawa State Park
    Lake Manawa State Park
    3 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    7 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Bowlero Council Bluffs
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino
    7 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha
    9 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

  • Omaha Station
    12 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Casey's
    7 min walk
  • Casey's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • 15 indoor pools
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 15 indoor pools
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of 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, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does American Inn Council Bluffs have a pool?

Yes, this property has 15 Indoor pools. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is American Inn Council Bluffs pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at American Inn Council Bluffs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at American Inn Council Bluffs?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is American Inn Council Bluffs located?

Situated in Council Bluffs, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa, and Union Pacific Railroad Museum. Bayliss Park and Squirrel Cage Jail are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

American Inn Council Bluffs Reviews

6.4

6.2

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good. The staff was very friendly. This hotel is just minutes away from everywhere we needed to go to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On a solo motorcycle journey, I booked this while on the road. The hotel was fine. The staff was attentive. I would like to stay there again if I were passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean. A/C worked well and was quiet. Water was hot. Breakfast was OK. Staff was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Helpful staff - responsive in terms of correcting room assignment, fixing TV.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay. The pool was great, breakfast was delicious, staff were super friendly. The only thing I did not give 5 stars for was maintenance. The reason is because there was a patched hole in the wall in our room. It was very sloppily done. There was another door in the hallway that had some damage that was slightly off putting. Otherwise, great place for the price.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lots of grime, especially in public areas. Trash in hall and pool area left for multiple days. In the room the carpet, curtain, and walls all had stains and blobs of grime. The beds were inner spring mattresses on a thin metal frame, so were very loud. Bedding had stains and burns. Staff was friendly and breakfast was ok. Each area of the hotel had its own unique funky smell. I've stayed in worse, but really really needs a deep clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were traveling from California to Michigan and made an overnight stop in Council Bluffs. Since we were traveling with pets, we needed a pet-friendly hotel and chose the American Inn after reading many positive online reviews. The staff was very kind and friendly, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the condition of our room was disappointing. The moment we walked in, there was a strong odor that smelled like mold. The wall AC unit appeared to have a newer front cover, but the inside was visibly dirty with dust, grime, and what looked like mold buildup. We chose to leave it off and open the windows instead. The beds appeared clean, thankfully, but the bathroom had splatter marks on the walls, heavy dust around the exhaust vent, and visible mold growth on one of the interior doors. After two long days of driving with two dogs, we were too exhausted to search for another hotel, otherwise we likely would have left. To be fair, this was a last-minute trip during what appeared to be graduation weekend, so finding pet-friendly accommodations was difficult. I don’t enjoy leaving negative reviews, but I do think travelers should know what to realistically expect. The staff was pleasant, but the cleanliness and maintenance of the room need significant attention.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here!! It is RIGHT NEXT to the police station of Council Bluffs and walking distance to 3 convenient stores, a Hy-Vee and 2 exits away from Henry Doorly Zoo and Lauritzen Gardens. Clean, quiet and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
The staff is really great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Dragan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a low level quality hotel but still pricey!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager is very Pleasant and Greetful. It would be nice to get a free room for a couple nights for being a loyal valuable customer and giving Great reviews. Plus I clean up my room and take out my own trash when I check out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Manager was absolutely
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Patrick

The common area eating area had a very overwhelming chemical smell. The food Buffett was not very fresh so we did not eat there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
The price was right, breakfast was late but good. TV was too small but worked well. Rooms were comfortable but carpet needs to be replaced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Places need more maintenance, with appliances the sink in bathroom faucet was really loose
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The hotel just felt grungy and sticky. There were things about the run that made me question how week it had been cleaned. The air conditioner had something wrong with it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Tanya

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely an offer when you walk into the lobby. Place offers dogs, but staff are not dog friendly people. Stained sheets, crumbs and food around night stands, refrigerator leaks and shelves were dirty, and beds were not comfortable. You pay little and get minimal.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Rebekah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed bugs and unwashed sheets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Mindy

The calking in the bathroom tub was hanging on..barely. Barely any water pressure in the sink and shower. Facing was off the shelving. Kinda run down. Didn’t use the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Katherine

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose this property because it had 7 stars on Expedia. When we arrived, the front desk associate was kind. There is no elevator. The room smelled like cigarette smoke. The AC vent was broken. There was a hole in the wall from the doorknob. The bathroom ceiling was peeling over the bathtub. There were stains on the sheets. The chair in the room was completely covered in stains. There was no smoke alarm in the room. Overall, it was very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

jodi

Liked: Staff & service
The breakfast was limited. It said there was a hot tub but not. The beds were, i cant explain. The noise above was horrible. I tried to switch to the following weekend but the price was doubled so kept what i had . Im glad it didnt get changed bc it was almost not worth the $80 I paid at best.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Aceptable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Breakfast was lackluster, room was fine, pool sucked
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Norma Delia

Stayed 1 night in May 2026