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Western Inn

2.5 star property
Travelers sip coffee in the lobby or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool before heading out to explore the nearby Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

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Western Inn welcomes guests with a continental breakfast, cozy library, and business center. Unwind in the indoor pool after exploring. Free self-parking makes it easy, and the staff earns consistent praise from visitors.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NT$1,691
NT$1,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Council Bluffs, Western Inn is in the suburbs. Squirrel Cage Jail and Union Pacific Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Sarpy Mall and Olde Towne. Check out an event or a game at CHI Health Center Omaha, and consider making time for Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Council Bluffs travel guide
Map
1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, 51503

What's nearby

  • Henry Doorly Zoo which includes zoo animals
    Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    7 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Bowlero Council Bluffs
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Creighton University
    10 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha
    10 min drive - 14.5 km
  • CHI Health Center Omaha
    10 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Omaha Station
    10 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store
    6 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Casey's
    6 min walk
  • Casey's
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive

About this property

Western Inn

Hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
Free continental breakfast, a library, and a business center are just a few of the amenities provided at Western Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Free newspapers, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Western Council Bluffs
Western Inn Council Bluffs
Western Inn
Western Inn Hotel
Western Inn Council Bluffs
Western Inn Hotel Council Bluffs

Frequently asked questions

Is Western Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Western Inn allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Western Inn?

As of 2026/3/3, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western Inn on 2026/3/9 start from 1691.44, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Western Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 1:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Western Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Western Inn located?

Situated in the suburbs, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Caring For Our Communities In Southwest Iowa, and Iowa Western Community College. CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs and Bayliss Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Western Inn Reviews

6.0

6.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

7.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 174 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 229 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Gail

The hotel is in need of cleaning! Rooms are filthy! Broken lamps and dirt sheets! I cannot believe Expedia would have a horrible place like this on their website.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great parking, clean room, Great bathroom. I enjoyed the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Property was very clean and up kept. They had an a very good variety of books to choose from to read as well as travel brochures of local or near by attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hailea

Room was cheap. Relatively clean. The whole place could use some updating but it was a decent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very polite nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like everything about it the people the rooms everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, nice spacious room, very clean, great breakfast, friendly staff, swimming pool was actually open, clean, & warm water, had a guest washer & dryer to use, great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cody

Liked: Amenities
Worked great for a weekend get away at the Zoo, decent pool for our daughter, clean room & sheets. Staff was very accommodating and friendly! We enjoyed our time here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and amenities for the price. I will definitely stay there again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Staff was very friendly, our room was clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay there again our next trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Great clean & unbeatable price
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often. Staff is polite and respectful. Affordable and convenient. -Paul
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Luca

Liked: Cleanliness
As cheap hotels go, it was solid. Got a room for the college world series. Beds were comfy, shower was hot, room was clean. My only complaint is that the rooms were very very hot even with the AC on full blast the whole time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The are so very friendly, everytime we come in. Home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast, simple, quiet, don’t have to walk a mile to your room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy in and out. Dog friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Proprietor was pleasant and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming, good breakfast, good privacy, clean pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very basic, as expected by price, but clean, functional and safe. Staff unigormly helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tabithia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is super nice and fast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Staff was wonderful and the hotel was decent and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Staff & service
The staff and owners were very inviting and friendly!
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value

It is a decent value, less expensive but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff they either have it or they don't but will make sure your needs are met Ours were
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Affordable. Quiet and safe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025