The Best Hotels Closest to Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha for 2026

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A modern outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large screen displaying the menu.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a food service counter.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

3.2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Henry

₩124,175

₩139,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

2. My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Tanya

₩116,763

₩130,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and a patterned carpet.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a potted plant.

A modern building with a glass facade, a landscaped garden with yellow flowers, and a distinctive sculpture.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of a river.

3. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG

2.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Dan

₩147,429

₩165,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a view.

A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign that reads "Springhill Suites Marriott".

A hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a large digital display on the wall.

A bar area with a television mounted above the bar, a shelf with bottles, and two blue bar stools.

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Abigail

₩134,401

₩150,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a covered area with a pergola.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a coffee station.

A snack bar with shelves stocked with various snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of a body of water through the window.

5. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

2.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Brenda

₩135,567

₩151,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the mountains through the window.

A modern hotel room with a city view, a dark armchair, a round table, and a large window with curtains.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large sign for Guy Fieri's Kitchen, and a banner for Caesars Sportsbook.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a patterned wall, a reception desk, and a sign for guest rooms.

6. Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

3.1 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Terry

₩107,355

₩142,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Microtel Inn & Suites building with a clear sky and greenery around.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Lanna

₩90,468

₩101,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large paddle steamer with multiple decks and a prominent chimney.

A restaurant with wooden beams, brick walls, and multiple seating areas.

A casino with multiple gaming tables and slot machines.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar stools, and a counter with various bottles and glasses.

8. Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Joseph

₩125,303

₩140,339 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel with a 'Comfort Suites' sign, multiple parking spaces, and a building with a red roof.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a yellow armchair, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a brown sofa, a large bed, and a framed landscape picture on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

9. Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

3.1 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Beverly

₩96,366

₩107,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, and a wine rack filled with bottles to the right.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, armchairs, and a wooden accent wall.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

10. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

Old Market, 3.6 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

David

₩312,281

₩372,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Courtyard Marriott hotel with a brick facade, large entrance canopy, and multiple windows.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, metal poolside chairs, and a lifeguard chair.

A brick building with a patio area featuring a fire pit and seating.

A bar area with a wooden ceiling, a flat-screen TV, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

11. Courtyard Marriott Aksarben Village

Aksarben - Elmwood Park, 7.6 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Maggie

₩132,686

₩155,907 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a grill.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows with brick walls.

A Marriott Residence Inn with a modern facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a bar, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Aksarben Village

Aksarben - Elmwood Park, 7.5 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Michella

₩166,192

₩195,276 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious lobby with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and a red rope barrier.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A greenhouse with a glass roof, various plants, and a water feature.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, built-in cabinets, and a central island.

13. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

Downtown Northeast, 4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Nicole

₩152,790

₩194,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a digital thermostat.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, a green office chair, a mounted TV, and a framed abstract art piece on the wall.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee cups and containers.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

5.8 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Marina

₩132,686

₩148,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A Country Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures, and a welcome mat.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, lounge chairs, and a seating area with tables.

A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a desk, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

3.2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

James

₩120,757

₩135,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with colorful striped cushions, a fire feature, and a view of a building with a 'tru' sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a TV, and a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with a view.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a kitchen, and a large window offering a view of the parking area.

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE

South Central Omaha, 8 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Dian

₩163,753

₩198,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and a central planter.

A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of bar and dining tables.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A large, multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

17. Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market

Downtown Omaha, 3.5 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

William

₩119,619

₩140,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern living room with a stone accent wall, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

A modern dining area with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs. There are hanging pendant lights and a kitchen area visible in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a seating area with a wooden accent wall.

A modern reception area with wooden paneling, a 'Corner Market' sign, and a large decorative wall piece.

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Omaha at MH Landing

South Central Omaha, 8 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Jacqueline

₩140,352

₩164,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A hotel swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and safety signs.

A self-service beverage station with a sign for treats, a digital screen, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A breakfast area with a coffee station, fruit display, and waffle-making equipment.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, a window with a view, and a nightstand with a lamp.

19. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

Aksarben - Elmwood Park, 8.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Susan

₩135,567

₩159,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bar area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central bar counter.

A modern lounge area with a mural, a seating area with tire swings, and a digital display board.

A wooden facade with a neon sign that reads "Buy the ticket take the ride."

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

20. Moxy Omaha Downtown

Old Market, 3.5 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Kelly

₩115,437

₩135,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA	9.0 Wonderful 1,362 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Council Bluffs	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market

10/10 Excellent

"The room was extremely comfortable and we loved how quiet it was. The parking was a little confusing, but we fortunately found on street parking that was free after 9pm and free on Sundays. The thermostat didn’t work properly; could not adjust the temp, and AC was on, but it was too cool in the morning so we turned it off. Not a huge problem, just a minor detail. There is a lot of construction downtown; just an fyi."

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Downtown

8/10 Good

"Great property my only negative was the parking. The parking was very tight & some people were taking up 2 spots. Also on the site it said parking was free when we got to the property we were told there was a $25 parking fee."

Moxy Omaha Downtown

8/10 Good

"Good"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved our stay! We will definitely be back and keep this chain in mind for future travels. Thank you!"

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

8/10 Good

"I was happy to be able to use the fitness room which had 3 machines; I used 2 and both worked well. I was surprised there was no mini fridge or microwave in the room; perhaps I should have expected that? Otherwise the stay was fine."

Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

Other attractions near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Lauritzen Gardens

9.2/10 (73 reviews)

Wander through the diverse woodland areas, admire the charming waterfall and inspect the model railway system in this botanical park.

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Infield at the Zoo

Explore the great outdoors at Infield at the Zoo, a lovely green space in Omaha. Take some time to visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Kenefick Park

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kenefick Park during your travels in Omaha. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Spring Lake Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Omaha at Spring Lake Golf Course. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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The Apollon

You can make plans for a show at The Apollon during your stay in Omaha. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Western Historic Trails Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Western Historic Trails Center in Council Bluffs. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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El Museo Latino

You can spend time studying the exhibits at El Museo Latino during your trip to Omaha. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Durham Museum

8.6/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Durham Museum during your travels in Omaha. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium?

Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Omaha known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 24 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium?

Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Other good choices within a few miles include Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs and BridgePointe Inn & Suites.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium?

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What can I see and do near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium?

Study the collections at The Durham Museum, Joslyn Art Museum, or Durham Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Orpheum Theater, Joslyn Castle, and Historic General Dodge House. You can watch performances at Stir Cove, The Apollon, and The Rose Theater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

2. My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

3. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

5. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

6. Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

8. Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

9. Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

10. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

11. Courtyard Marriott Aksarben Village

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Aksarben Village

13. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE

17. Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market

18. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Omaha at MH Landing

19. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

20. Moxy Omaha Downtown

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Top Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Downtown

Moxy Omaha Downtown

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market

Other attractions near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Lauritzen Gardens

Infield at the Zoo

Kenefick Park

Spring Lake Golf Course

The Apollon

Western Historic Trails Center

El Museo Latino

Durham Museum

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