American Inn Council Bluffs

2.5 star property

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15 indoor pools
Exterior
Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub
Dining
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May

Explore the area

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1000 Woodbury Ave, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
  • Place, Bowlero Council Bluffs
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles Schwab Field Omaha
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Classic Suite

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

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible Bathtub

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

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About the area

Council Bluffs

At American Inn Council Bluffs you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Historic General Dodge House and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include 15 indoor swimming pools and free continental breakfast. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a television in a common area. Added amenities include laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Council Bluffs hotel include Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Creighton University.

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Council Bluffs - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 7 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Creighton University - 9 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha - 9 min drive - 15.5 km
  • CHI Health Center Omaha - 10 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 12 min drive
  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field) - 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

About this property

American Inn Council Bluffs

American Inn Council Bluffs offers its guests 15 indoor swimming pools. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly American Inn Council Bluffs also features laundry facilities, an ATM, and a television in common area. Self parking is free.

This Council Bluffs hotel is smoke free.

  • 83 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
American Inn Council Bluffs offers 83 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include a bath and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)

More

  • Smoke-free property

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: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at American Inn Council Bluffs?

Yep, American Inn Council Bluffs has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at American Inn Council Bluffs?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at American Inn Council Bluffs on 14 May 2026 start from AU$111, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to American Inn Council Bluffs?

The closest beach to American Inn Council Bluffs is Lake Manawa Beach (5.1 km).

Does American Inn Council Bluffs have a pool?

American Inn Council Bluffs has 15 indoor swimming pools. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does American Inn Council Bluffs serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at American Inn Council Bluffs?

No, American Inn Council Bluffs does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at American Inn Council Bluffs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

American Inn Council Bluffs Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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