Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

Name: Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs
Address: 2200 River Road, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501, US
Rating: 4

855-229-5934

2200 River Road, Council Bluffs, IA, US

4.0Very Good

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About this property

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs is a 4-star property operated by Penn National Gaming, situated on the Missouri River in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The hotel features 160 guestrooms, including 40 suites, and is within a 5-minute drive of the casino itself and the Mid-America Center. Guests have rated the location 4.3 out of 5 stars across more than 1,000 reviews.

Each of the 160 guestrooms includes a refrigerator, plasma television, and complimentary wired internet access. Cable programming is available for in-room entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Each room is equipped with a safe, desk, and telephone with free local calls. Guest comfort ratings average 4.1 out of 5 stars.

The property operates three restaurants and bars. 1853 Bistro & Bar serves as the primary dining venue. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for an additional fee. A bar and lounge provide evening dining and beverage service.

Recreational amenities include an on-site casino, indoor pool, and hot tub. Complimentary wireless and wired internet access are provided throughout the property. The hotel offers free self-parking, a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, and luggage storage. Fitness facilities and an ATM are available. Golf courses are located nearby, and a vending machine is on-site.

The location offers proximity to additional attractions within the region. CHI Health Center Omaha is 3.6 miles away, and Creighton University is 3.9 miles distant. The property provides a walkway to the water and is near the Western Historic Trails Center and other local landmarks. Overall guest ratings stand at 4 out of 5 stars, with 82.4% of guests recommending the property.

Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are not permitted, though service animals are allowed and exempt from fees. The hotel is LGBTQIA+ friendly and features wheelchair accessibility, though some limitations may apply. A professional property manager is on-site.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs in Council Bluffs, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute drive of Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs and Mid-America Center. This casino hotel is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from CHI Health Center Omaha and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Creighton University.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Missouri River - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Western Historic Trails Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Dodge Riverside Golf Club - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Mid-America Center - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Stir Cove - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Harrah's Council Bluffs Casino - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Horseshoe Council Bluffs - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Tom Hanafan River's Edge Park - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Gene Leahy Mall - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Heartland of America Park - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
CHI Health Center Omaha - 5.8 km / 3.6 mi
Lewis & Clark Landing - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Holland Performing Arts Center - 6 km / 3.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
Eppley Field Airport (OMA) - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi
Omaha, NE (MIQ-Millard) - 25.7 km / 15.9 mi

The preferred airport for Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs is Eppley Field Airport (OMA).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 160 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and plasma televisions. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Satisfy your appetite at 1853 Bistro & Bar, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Try your luck at the casino and enjoy other recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Check-out 11:00 AM

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

Pets not allowed
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 20 per person
Early check-in fee: USD 31.50 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 31.50 (subject to availability)<

Know before you go

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.
Contactless check-out is available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).