Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Front of property
Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Interior entrance
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
1 Harrahs Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
  • Popular LocationHarrah's Council Bluffs Casino6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCHI Health Center Omaha4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCharles Schwab Field Omaha6 min drive
  • AirportOmaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)10 min drive

Room options

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

10/10 Exceptional
  • 370 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

  • 373 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9/10 Wonderful
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.3/10 Very Good
  • 365 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8/10 Excellent
  • 331 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8/10 Very Good
  • 370 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Council Bluffs

City center stay.Your stay at this Council Bluffs hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino and Stir Cove. Also, Dodge Riverside Golf Club is within half a mile (1 km) and Missouri River is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino - 6 min walk
  • Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs - 3 min drive
  • CHI Health Center Omaha - 4 min drive
  • Charles Schwab Field Omaha - 6 min drive
  • Henry Doorly Zoo - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Omaha Station - 5 min drive
  • Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 19 min walk
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 2 min drive
  • Upstream Brewing Company - 4 min drive
  • Spaghetti Works - 4 min drive
  • Arby's - 3 min drive

About this property

Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino

3.5-star hotel near Henry Doorly Zoo
Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino offers its guests a sauna and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A casino, a nightclub, and multilingual staff are also featured at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Council Bluffs hotel.

  • 251 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino offers 251 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 10.95 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 10.95 per day)

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • 70 gaming tables
  • 794 slot machines
  • Casino (33,406 square feet of space)
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 16 2024 to November 15 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: USD 16.80 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Phone calls
  • Shuttle service

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 10.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 10.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Council Bluffs Harrahs
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Harrah`s Council Bluffs Hotel Council Bluffs
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino to the airport?

Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino is 5.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Eppley Field Airport (OMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino on Jun 5, 2024 start from $99.0, 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.

Does Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino.

How close is Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino to the beach?

This hotel is 7.6 mi (13-min drive) from Lake Manawa Beach and 13.8 mi (19-min drive) from Paradise Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino offer free breakfast?

Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino?

During your stay you can enjoy the 33406 square-foot casino on site, featuring 794 slot machines and 70 gaming tables.

What time is check-in at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino have a pool?

Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino does not have a pool.

Does Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino to downtown Council Bluffs?

Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino is 2.6 mi away from Council Bluffs.

Harrahs Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 1005 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1005 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandi

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms smelled like smoke and there was no food available when we checked in. Not even a vending machine to get something to eat from.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert C.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Denise M, Norfolk

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A 50 dollar deposit was required ; room was paid in full two weeks prior. I was told could not stay. I was so mad.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The sink drains slow reslly slow in room 601
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thumbs Down
I will never stay there again. Big mistake
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice and clean and our meal at Guy Fierie’s restaurant was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

MARK, Surprise

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
We booked a room with 2 queen beds and was given a room with one queen bed. The front desk clerk stated it was Travelocitys issue and to contact them when we asked why the booking changed. Not very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael, Centerville

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The front desk person was rude and for the money the rooms were very outdated and worn.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024