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Western Inn

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Front of property
Hallway
Indoor pool
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
  • Place, Iowa Western Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Council Bluffs
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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

  • 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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Council Bluffs

Located within a leisurely stroll of Bowlero Council Bluffs, Western Inn is within a few miles (5 km) of Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. This hotel has 51 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Western Community College - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 5 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Mid-America Center - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Lake Manawa State Park - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium - 9 min drive - 7.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Western Inn

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
At Western Inn, guests have access to an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a library, and express check-out.
32-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, free local calls, and desks are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

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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

  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (40 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-1:30 AM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Western Inn?

Western Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Western Inn?

As of Nov 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western Inn on Nov 9, 2025 start from $57.6, 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.

What's there to do near Western Inn?

This hotel is located in Council Bluffs within a short 9-minute walk of Bowlero Council Bluffs. You'll also find Lake Manawa State Park and Horseshoe Council Bluffs within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Western Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Western Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, Western Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Western Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Western Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as an indoor pool and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Western Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Western Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Western Inn offers free continental breakfast though there is no restaurant.

Does Western Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Western Inn for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Western Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Western Inn?

The closest major airport to Western Inn is Eppley Field Airport (OMA), which is 11.5 mi away (17 minutes by car). Another top airport is Omaha, NE (MIQ-Millard), which is located 19.1 mi away (22-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Western Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Western Inn.

Reviews

Western Inn Reviews

6.2

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 176 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 175 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 221 out of 1017 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here in '19 & '20 on our return from a Wyoming hunt. It was a nice, clean & safe motel. So we decided to stop again this year. Things changed. First, tub leaked with a 3' X 3' rug area socked outside bathroom Second, homeless person was camped at the entrance when we left at 5:30 am Third, general cleanliness of room & bedding was very worn With general condition of motel we passed on breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Always room for improvement!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Gary

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

Great

Great as always
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jake

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property didn't look like the pictures posted. Got there and the first room was stained and dirty. Toilet wouldn't flush. Got moved to their "best room" .. once in the room there were holes in the bathroom doors, window glass was falling out of the opening to the outside of the property. Bed sheets were stained as well as the chairs in the room for sitting. Strong urine odor in bathrooms of both rooms. Receptionist was nice and understood the concern. He mentioned he has told the owner about these issues before and they do not care or make any changes. Receptionist was honest and tried to help as much as he could. Property owner is to blame for how this all was. Other guest were trying to also leave due to the same issues. Place should be shut down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

DUSTIE

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

OK describes this place well.

We had 2 rooms. One had great AC. The other could not get cool. The beds are not comfortable. There’s a train that sounded like it was going to come through the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Go anywhere but here

Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Business traveler
Nice stay. Decent no frills room. The first room they gave me smelled pretty horrible so I requested a new room. The second room was much better.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Entering the building it was misty smelling. No clerk. We had to ring a bell still. Nothing so then had to call. The place was dirty. We didn’t even eat there for breakfast. One of the reasons we stayed there was for the pool and the kids didn’t even wanna swim in it because there was bugs in it and there was underwear on the counter in the boys bathroom and the toilets were disgusting. If anything I would like my money back, but I don’t think that’s gonna happen.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family

Meh at best

Very hard bed and pillow. Beer cans all over pool area, dirty underwear in me d locker room. Breakfast was poor quality, world's worst coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cecilio

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awful stale smell.
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

Paul

Business traveler, Traveled with family
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

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Staff great Run Down

The bed was ok the AC worked after they changed my room but there where holes in walls wires showing everywhere it was dirty from the entering banister on the stair way was painted white but was black from dirty hands no elevator , the tub would not drain when I showered I was stand in water above my ankles ! The staff was friendly the coffee was good !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Pete

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in poor condition! The first room we were put in the air conditioner blew out hot air and the shelf was falling off the wall. We ere moved and that was better. The parking are is very poor and the breakfast was bad, we grabbed a banana and it was bruised and rotten. We definitely would not stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Allison

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was on his phone for check out and didn't even look at us. The air conditioner did not work properly, the faucet dripped, and
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

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

6/10 Okay

Justin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Ok stay

This is a cheaper hotel. Ice machine was good. Breakfast wasnt great. Entryway was pretry dirty. Pillows were not good.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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