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The Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs, Iowa makes for a perfect weekend getaway, and finding the right hotel can make all the difference. So, if you're looking for where to stay for a weekend in Council Bluffs, you'll find our researched suggestions below. Whether you're a family looking to explore the city or a couple in need of a romantic escape, we've analyzed all of the hotels based on key criteria to help you find the perfect place to stay for a long weekend in Council Bluffs. From affordable rates to luxurious accommodations, Council Bluffs offers a variety of places to stay for a 2-day or 3-day trip. The hotels we recommend are equipped with amenities that will make your stay relaxing and comfortable. Plus, their convenient locations will allow you to explore all the exciting things to do and see in the area over your ultimate weekend escape. After a long day of sightseeing, you can unwind at a restaurant, enjoy the vibrant nightlife, or simply enjoy the comfort of your room. If you're traveling with family, we recommend hotels that are family-friendly and offer amenities that cater to children. For couples looking for a romantic weekend, we suggest hotels with nice surroundings, good views, and luxurious amenities. With our detailed analysis of the best hotels for a weekend in Council Bluffs, you'll be sure to find the perfect place to stay for your weekend escape.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs IA

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $130 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Hotel for the Ultimate 3 Days in Council Bluffs
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Heated pool
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Located at 2501 Bass Pro Drive, Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs IA has great rooms from $130 (before taxes). It offers skiing, room service, a casino, a restaurant, and a fitness center. It has a terrific 9.00 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 2.3 miles from the city center, visitors will especially love a bar, hiking, laundry services, golf, and city views at this convenient hotel. Getting room service delivered is always a nice luxury.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Skiing
  • Room service
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
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  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hiking
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Fishing
  • Heated pool
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $134 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect for 2 Days in Council Bluffs
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Pets allowed
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A great place to stay is Hampton Inn Council Bluffs which has nice rooms starting at $134. Offering room service, a casino, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar, it also has a great guest rating of 8.30 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at 2204 River Road. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers breakfast, rooms with kitchens, rooms with kitchenettes, child care, and laundry services which weekend visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 2.9 miles from the city center. The restaurant serves delicious food, too.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Free breakfast
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Coffee shop
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Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $122 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Weekend Getaway Hotel
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Pets allowed
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We found Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $122. We loved that is has room service, a casino, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar, and it also has a terrific guest rating of 7.90 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at 2702 Mid America Drive. You'll also find rooms with kitchenettes, laundry services, pet-friendly rooms, a hot tub, and an indoor pool which weekend travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 1.9 miles from the center of town. Having a hot tub at this hotel is also a nice splurge. It's a great value, too, because it's less than the average price for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Pets allowed
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Bicycle rental
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Coffee shop
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • City
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Harrah's Casino & Hotel Council Bluffs

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $104 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Terrific Hotel for a Long Weekend in Council Bluffs
  • Great Value: the price is lower than average for 3-star hotels.
  • Pets allowed
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With terrific rooms from $104, Harrah's Casino & Hotel Council Bluffs, at 1 Harrahs Blvd provides room service, a casino, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar. Its terrific guest rating is 7.60 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this relaxing hotel which also offers laundry services, golf, pet-friendly rooms, free parking, and laundry facilities. It's located just 2.6 miles from the city center, too. It's a great value, as the price is less than the average for weekend trip hotels.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Pets allowed
  • Airport shuttle
More Great Amenities
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • City
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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $133 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Great Stay for a Weekend Escape
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs has a great guest rating of 8.40 out of 10, and offers room service, a casino, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar. The great rooms here start at $133 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at 2202 River Road. Furthermore, it also offers breakfast, child care, laundry services, a free breakfast, and a hot tub, which is nice for visitors. Just 2.9 miles from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice. The indoor pool here is terrific, and makes for a great place to relax and have fun no matter what the weather is like.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Free breakfast
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Babysitting / Child Care
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

4-star Hotel with prices starting at $139 (before taxes) - See All Prices
A Nice Option for a Weekend Retreat
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The great guest rating of Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs is 7.80 out of 10. This place has room service, a casino, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar. Prices for the terrific rooms are from $139, and it's located at 2200 River Rd. We also love the a kid-friendly buffet, laundry services, a hot tub, an indoor pool, and free parking which are great for weekend visitors. And since it's just 2.9 miles from the center of the town, the location is great, too.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Room service
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Casino
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Coffee shop
  • Refrigerator
  • City
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East Council Bluffs IA

3-star Hotel with prices starting at $138 (before taxes) - See All Prices
Perfect Hotel for a 3-day trip in Council Bluffs
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
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A cool place is SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East Council Bluffs IA because it has great rooms that start at $138. It has a fitness center, a bar, breakfast, laundry services, and a free breakfast, it also earned a great guest rating of 8.60 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at 3216 Plaza View Dr. Only 2.5 miles from the city center, weekend travelers will especially love a hot tub, an indoor pool, free parking, laundry facilities, and a free airport shuttle at this fun hotel.

Weekend Trip Hotel Amenities
  • Breakfast included
  • Free breakfast
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Golf
More Great Amenities
  • Fitness center
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Laundry service
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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Also, you might be interested in the nearby weekend trip hotels in Omaha.

For more terrific hotel ideas in Council Bluffs, make sure you also see Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Council Bluffs, Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in Council Bluffs, Best Hotels for One Week in Council Bluffs, or Best Hotels for One Night in Council Bluffs.


How much do hotels for a weekend visit cost in Council Bluffs?

Council Bluffs Average Weekend Trip Hotel Price
$129

After analyzing 7 weekend trip hotels in Council Bluffs, Iowa, we found the average weekend trip hotel price to be a remarkably economical $129. Naturally, this destination has many fantastic weekend trip accommodation options with a variety of prices. The price will vary by the hotel's amenities, available dates, and the general location. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Council Bluffs.

The average prices of our suggested weekend trip hotels by star rating:

  • 4-star hotels: $139
  • 3-star hotels: $127


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