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Our top choices for Council Bluffs motels

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a sofa.

1. Countryside Inn & Suites

Countryside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Council Bluffs
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,480 reviews)
"This was a very clean and well kept hotel. Breakfast was good."
United States
Robert
The price is ₩80,089
₩89,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Countryside Inn & Suites
A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a vanity with a sink, a small trash bin, and a bed in the background.

2. Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East

Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East
2.0 star property
Council Bluffs
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice staff- convenient."
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩74,773
₩83,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a large landscape painting above the bed.

3. Days Inn by Wyndham Omaha NE

Days Inn by Wyndham Omaha NE
2.0 star property
West Omaha
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (620 reviews)
"Amazing overnight stay!"
United States
Paige M
The price is ₩91,138
₩109,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Days Inn by Wyndham Omaha NE
A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and a yellow car parked in front.

4. Townhouse Inn & Suites

Townhouse Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
West Omaha
7.8 out of 10, Good, (402 reviews)
"The manager was very friendly at check in and the room and property was very clean and quiet."
United States
Billie
The price is ₩93,751
₩110,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Townhouse Inn & Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a large armchair, bedside tables, and a striped carpet.

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha I-80 West

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha I-80 West
2.0 star property
Millard
5.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"I couldn’t even check in cause the staff said I have to be 21+ to check in but on their website they said no age limit to check in, I barely understood what she was talking about, her accent was horrible anyways please update the website so people know before booking."
United States
Ebrima
The price is ₩60,312
₩70,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha I-80 West
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6. Travel Inn By OYO Omaha

Travel Inn By OYO Omaha
2.5 star property
South Central Omaha
5.8 out of 10, (245 reviews)
"Always affordable, the beds are clean, the staff is professional"
United States
Kristi
Travel Inn By OYO Omaha
A room with a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, a rocking chair, a small plant, and shelves with various items.

7. Shelby Country Inn and RV Park

Shelby Country Inn and RV Park
2.5 star property
Shelby
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (225 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly overnight stop."
United States
Dan
The price is ₩96,499
₩108,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Shelby Country Inn and RV Park
A bathroom with a large bathtub, a sink, and a toilet. There is a mirror above the sink, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Countryside Suites

Countryside Suites
2.5 star property
Chalco
7.2 out of 10, Good, (293 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩78,405
₩92,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Countryside Suites
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

9. Motel 6 Omaha, NE

Motel 6 Omaha, NE
2.0 star property
Millard
5.8 out of 10, (904 reviews)
"Great Place!!!"
United States
Jose R
The price is ₩80,898
₩95,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Motel 6 Omaha, NE
A hotel room with two beds, each with a purple and green patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and two large wall paintings depicting natural scenes.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha NE

Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha NE
2.0 star property
South Central Omaha
5.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Disgusting nasty gross and had to leave immediately"
United States
Dakota
The price is ₩74,049
₩87,008 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha NE
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Top Council Bluffs Hotel Reviews

Countryside Inn & Suites

Countryside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"The only thing was the mattress was uncomfortable for me, think i need to bring a body pillow with me for my back. Didn’t get breakfast, everything was out before 8:30am, Staff was amazing and helpful though"
Lisa 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Countryside Inn & Suites

Find out more about Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs Motels information

Number of reviews
5,622
Accommodation
13 Motels
Lowest Price
₩70,869
Highest Price
₩110,169

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Council Bluffs?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Council Bluffs, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find a similar property from more than 81 hotels and other accommodations. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Council Bluffs?
Countryside Inn & Suites: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Creighton University. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium and Creighton University.
What can I do in Council Bluffs?
Check out the well-known zoo and enjoy the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. People who've visited Council Bluffs have good things to say about its shops, museums, and live music. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Manawa Beach, Lake Manawa State Park, and Missouri River. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Union Pacific Railroad Museum, RailsWest Railroad Museum, and Joe's Karting. Some historical places you might want to see include Squirrel Cage Jail, Historic General Dodge House, and Western Historic Trails Center.
What's the weather like in Council Bluffs?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Council Bluffs to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 30°F. Average annual precipitation for Council Bluffs is 42 inches.
What are my options for getting around Council Bluffs when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Council Bluffs to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Eppley Field Airport (OMA), which is located 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from the heart of the city. You can also search for flights into Omaha, NE (MIQ-Millard), which is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.