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.
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
1842 Madison Ave., Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
What's nearby
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
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 11 Rabiʻ I 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Western Inn on 17 Rabiʻ I 2026 start from SAR 203, 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
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6.0
Cleanliness
6.0
Amenities
7.0
Staff & service
5.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 1002 reviews
10 - Excellent
197
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1002 reviews
8 - Good
226
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1002 reviews
6 - Okay
174
Rating 4 - Poor. 175 out of 1002 reviews
4 - Poor
175
Rating 2 - Terrible. 230 out of 1002 reviews
2 - Terrible
230
Reviews
2/10 Terrible
Gail
12 January 2026
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.
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.
Christina
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Hailea
31 October 2025
Room was cheap. Relatively clean. The whole place could use some updating but it was a decent stay.
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.
Ashley
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Cody
20 June 2025
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
Cody
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Matt
8 March 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and amenities for the price. I will definitely stay there again when in the area.
I stay here often. Staff is polite and respectful. Affordable and convenient. -Paul
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Luca
2 July 2025
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.