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 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.

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

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

3.2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

david

₩124,183

₩139,084 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

₩116,770

₩130,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

3. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

2.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Brenda

₩130,790

₩146,486 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

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

2.4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Dan

₩152,799

₩171,135 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.

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

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Abigail

₩134,409

₩150,538 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.

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

3.1 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Terry

₩107,361

₩142,762 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

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

3 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Cynthia

₩90,473

₩101,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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.

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

₩125,308

₩140,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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.

9. Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

3.1 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Nina

₩95,346

₩106,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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.

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

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.

10. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

Old Market, 3.6 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

David

₩324,362

₩386,575 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 hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

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

11. Courtyard Marriott Aksarben Village

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

Maggie

₩146,097

₩171,663 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

12. Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Aksarben Village

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

Michella

₩166,202

₩195,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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.

13. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

Downtown Northeast, 4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Nicole

₩135,374

₩172,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 small table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with a view.

A hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a sign for 'HOME 2 Suites by Hilton'.

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

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

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

Dian

₩163,763

₩198,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

5.8 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Susan

₩140,736

₩157,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the city skyline, and the building labeled "OMAHA".

16. Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District

Downtown Northeast, 4 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Scott

₩257,345

₩306,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

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

3.2 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

HAROLD

₩120,765

₩135,258 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 sofa, a small table, and a desk. There are windows with curtains and a wall-mounted lamp.

A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and large windows.

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

18. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

4.9 km from Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Christopher

₩197,030

₩238,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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.

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.

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

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

Edwin F

₩140,360

₩164,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, a grey armchair, a black leather sofa, and a small table with books and a glass.

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

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

₩115,443

₩135,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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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 1,008 reviews	View
My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA	9.0 Wonderful 1,360 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Council Bluffs	8.8 Excellent 1,003 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 1,000 reviews	View

Top Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed multiple times - friendly staff and clean location. All we are looking for is right there."

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean place, large rooms, big TV. The Wi-Fi could’ve been a little better but other than that was a great place. breakfast was also good."

Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet and so comfortable! Nice welcome at check in."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

10/10 Excellent

"clean room"

Moxy Omaha Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Very cute and modern hotel in the heart of Omaha. Great bar and decor! Room was the perfect size for a single traveler."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice property. Clean, quiet and convenient. Bed was comfortable. Only complaint was the WiFi was a bit unstable."

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was delicious with many different options to choose from."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Cool that it’s next to a casino. I didn’t go but I imagine someone will appreciate that. Got to see my first blood moon out the window of the very nice view they have. Parking was easy and accessible,"

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

10/10 Excellent

"The front desk receptionist was very polite and friendly! The building was clean and shiny! Best hotel we have stayed at in a long time!"

Other attractions near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

A gazebo surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

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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A grand lobby with a star-patterned floor, large windows, and ornate ceiling details.

The Durham Museum

Examine old railway carriages, inspect a coin collection and learn about the region’s indigenous history in this former train station.

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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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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. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

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

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. Residence Inn by Marriott Omaha Aksarben Village

13. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

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

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

16. Omaha Marriott Downtown at the Capitol District

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

18. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

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

20. Moxy Omaha Downtown

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Top Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

BridgePointe Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Moxy Omaha Downtown

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

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

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

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

Other attractions near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Lauritzen Gardens

The Durham Museum

Infield at the Zoo

Kenefick Park

Spring Lake Golf Course

The Apollon

Western Historic Trails Center

El Museo Latino

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