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 hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a courtyard, and a wooden fence.

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

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

3.2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Henry

₩123,618

₩138,453 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.

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, poolside chairs, and a lifeguard chair.

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

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Tanya

₩116,240

₩130,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel lobby with a central staircase, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

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.

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

2.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Aleena

₩134,759

₩150,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, sunlit by large arched windows, and equipped with lounge chairs and a changing area.

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.

4. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

2.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Philip von

₩134,959

₩151,154 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 lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a large digital display on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lifeguard chair, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

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

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

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Abigail

₩127,661

₩142,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A large Harrah's casino building with a parking lot in front.

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

A restaurant interior with a long wooden counter and multiple tables and chairs.

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

3.1 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Terry

₩106,873

₩142,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a seating area with benches, and large windows allowing natural light.

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

₩95,065

₩106,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A casino with multiple gaming tables and slot machines.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a bathtub.

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

8. Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Joseph

₩141,751

₩158,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A restaurant with booths and tables, a kitchen area, and a counter with a coffee machine.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

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

9. Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

3.1 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Beverly

₩92,368

₩103,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 seating arrangements, a bar, and large windows providing views of the outside.

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

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

10. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

Old Market, 3.6 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

David

₩286,864

₩341,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

11. Courtyard Marriott Aksarben Village

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

Maggie

₩138,762

₩163,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A large, historic stone building with a turret and arched windows, surrounded by lush greenery.

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

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

12. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

Downtown Northeast, 4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Nicole

₩148,102

₩188,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

A lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows.

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

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

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Aksarben Village

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

Michella

₩165,447

₩194,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

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

₩129,422

₩144,953 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 with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a sign for 'HOME 2 Suites by Hilton'.

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

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

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

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

Dian

₩163,019

₩197,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern bar area with a brick wall backdrop, wooden bar counter, and multiple seating options.

A spacious lobby with a modern reception desk, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the city.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished floor, a reception desk, and a bar/lounge area.

16. Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District

Downtown Northeast, 4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Scott

₩233,494

₩278,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, outdoor seating area, and a parking lot.

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.

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

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

Jacqueline

₩139,723

₩164,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

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

A gym with cardio equipment, a large window, and a television on the wall.

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

3.2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

James

₩120,216

₩134,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a clock on the wall.

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

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

19. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

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

Susan

₩134,959

₩158,577 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool, sun loungers, and a well-maintained garden area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a building with fire escapes, a round table, and two chairs.

A restaurant with booths and tables, each with candles and glasses.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk. There are windows with curtains and a wall-mounted lamp.

20. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

4.9 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Samantha

₩196,135

₩237,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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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 1,003 reviews	View
My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA	9.0 Wonderful 1,353 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Council Bluffs	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was beautiful, smelled great, and our room was gorgeous. Staff was helpful and the hotel is within walking distance to the old market area. Only suggestion would be longer shower curtains or a better lip on the shower to prevent water spillage. Overall fantastic stay, would stay again!"

Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

10/10 Excellent

"Would stay again."

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Only complaint I have is the pool was pretty cold. Otherwise awesome place great stuff."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market

8/10 Good

"Excellent location and above average breakfast."

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

10/10 Excellent

"Bien tenu, personnel très serviable et bien situé"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

8/10 Good

"Good hotel, could use some updates in the bathroom area but other than that it was a good stay."

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

10/10 Excellent

"One of the best breakfasts at a hotel. I’ve stayed here more than I can count."

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Downtown

8/10 Good

"Room was clean. drapes did not want to stay closed completely no matter how hard we tried. Toilet flushes very loud but we were on the 4th floor. We did not hear anything from adjoining rooms though outside traffic was sometimes loud. No continental breakfast. Lots of road construction being done so traveling by car was a little nerve racking. Old Market is a nice area if you like that kind of atmosphere."

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

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. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

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

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. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

13. Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Aksarben Village

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

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

16. Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District

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

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

19. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

20. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

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Top Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Magnolia Omaha Downtown - Old Market

Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

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

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Downtown

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

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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