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A modern hotel lobby with a fireplace, a round coffee table, a blue sofa, and a reception desk.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with chairs around it, a door, and windows with a view of a car outside.

A hotel reception area with a wooden cabinet stocked with snacks, a refrigerator, a small table with a plant, and a projection screen displaying a purple abstract pattern.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

3.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Eric

฿2,933

฿3,285 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel dining area with red leather chairs and tables, a kitchen area with appliances, and a sign indicating free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a floor lamp, and a dining area with a chair and table.

Two arcade machines, one labeled 'Jurassic Park Arcade' and the other 'Fast & Furious Arcade,' in a room with carpet flooring.

2. Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

3.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Christine

฿2,376

฿2,661 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A motel with a sign indicating free wifi, a parking lot with several vehicles, and a building with a blue-lit upper level.

A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and a mirror reflecting the equipment.

3. Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80

2.9 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Troy

฿2,109

฿2,362 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a vanity with a sink, a small trash bin, and a bed in the background.

A compact room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a radiator, and a window with curtains.

A clean, well-lit lobby with a tiled floor, a black rug, and a door labeled "STAIRS".

A modern office space with a reception desk, a small seating area, and a large window providing natural light.

4. Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East

3.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Donna

฿1,953

฿2,385 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a waiting area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel corridor with a leather sofa, a lamp, and a carpeted floor. The text "COME AND STAY WITH US" is visible, along with the hotel name "WESTERN INN HOTEL" and location "Council Bluff, Iowa".

A Western Inn building with a sign, windows, and air conditioning units.

5. Western Inn

3.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Melissa

฿1,924

฿2,155 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the building's interior.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a courtyard, and a wooden fence.

A spacious lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a food service counter.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

4.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Paige

฿3,047

฿3,413 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, poolside chairs, and a lifeguard chair.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

7. My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

4.4 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Tanya

฿2,866

฿3,209 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs, and a wine rack filled with bottles to the right.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, wicker chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a bar, and large windows providing views of the outside.

8. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

6.8 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Melanie

฿8,262

฿9,847 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A reception desk with a 'Welcome to Council Suites' sign, a 'Manager on Duty' sign, and a check-in/out schedule.

A hotel hallway with a carpeted floor, doors on both sides, and a sign indicating room number 101.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

A corridor with vending machines and a self-service kiosk.

9. BridgePointe Inn & Suites

4.6 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Christerfer

฿2,240

฿2,509 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

A swimming pool with a pool lift, lounge chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a digital thermostat.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, a green office chair, a mounted TV, and a framed abstract art piece on the wall.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

5.9 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Susan

฿3,322

฿3,721 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and a red rope barrier.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A modern kitchen with a wooden ceiling, built-in cabinets, and a central island.

A greenhouse with a glass roof, various plants, and a water feature.

11. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

7.4 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Timothy

฿3,621

฿4,616 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a long bar, multiple seating options, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view.

A row of treadmills in a gym with a large mirror and a motivational quote on the wall.

12. Hampton Inn Omaha Airport

5.8 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

James

฿3,371

฿3,776 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel with a large outdoor swimming pool, sun loungers, and a well-maintained garden area.

A restaurant with booths and tables, each with candles and glasses.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a building with fire escapes, a round table, and two chairs.

A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and large windows.

13. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

9.7 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Jaden

฿4,977

฿6,015 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with a view.

A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign that reads "Springhill Suites Marriott".

A hotel lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a large digital display on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lifeguard chair, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

4.4 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Mintesinot

฿3,298

฿3,694 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "CANDLEWOOD SUITES".

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, including a wooden table and chairs, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a laundry area with washers and dryers.

15. Candlewood Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

5.7 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Rick and Teresa

฿2,763

฿3,246 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A reception desk with a geometric wall design and a sunset view.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a large flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a brick wall.

16. Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown

7.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Karen

฿3,322

฿3,903 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel swimming pool with clear water, lounge chairs, and safety signs.

A self-service beverage station with a sign for treats, a digital screen, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A hotel room with a granite countertop, a sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, a mirror, a small seating area with a chair and a table, and a window with a view.

A breakfast area with a coffee station, fruit display, and waffle-making equipment.

17. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

14.5 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Diana

฿3,212

฿3,774 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with colorful striped cushions, a fire feature, and a view of a building with a 'tru' sign.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a kitchen, and a large window offering a view of the parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, a painting, and a window with a view.

A hotel with multiple floors, a parking lot, and a sign for 'HOME 2 Suites by Hilton'.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE

14.6 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Dian

฿3,081

฿3,768 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel lobby with a central staircase, multiple seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a potted plant.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a round table, and a view of a river.

19. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG

5.1 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Dan

฿3,391

฿3,797 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a small table, a desk lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with a blue geometric wall, a sofa, two armchairs, and a small table.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs - Conv Ctr by IHG

4 km from Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Thomas

฿3,125

฿3,500 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View
Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs	7.4 Good 1,014 reviews	View
Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80	7.2 Good 117 reviews	View
Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East	6.6 1,002 reviews	View
Western Inn	5.8 1,003 reviews	View

Top Union Pacific Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed one night while traveling east. Solid place to stay and would do so again. Second time staying at a MyPlace - gonna look for more to stay at as I travel."

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

8/10 Good

"The elevator down from our floor didn't work, but it did work going up. Button wasn't working. Otherwise, everything was clean and well maintained. Good experience and convenient parking (if you pay extra)."

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

10/10 Excellent

"The decor was nice. It looked like it had a recent remodel. The main entryway was set up nicely, and there was coffee available in the morning. The room was also tastefully decorated and very clean."

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

10/10 Excellent

"Comfy beds, good breakfast buffet"

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

10/10 Excellent

"1. Really good breakfast with actual eggs, sausage, fried potatoes, and waffles maker with big chunky strawberry sauce, syrup and whipped cream. 2. The pool room is very warm for our kids to go in and even have towels there for you to use too. 3. Have luggage carts for you to transport your luggages to your room, less carry your stuff."

Countryside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"It was a beautiful motel, really liked how the lobby was set, was just disappointing that there was no fitness center, after reading that there was one, other than that everything was great!!"

Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

8/10 Good

"The room is spacious and clean . The breakfast has good selections . The location is accessible . The price is reasonable . Plenty of free self parking ."

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs

8/10 Good

"Under renovations"

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Squirrel Cage Jail

7.2/10 (31 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Squirrel Cage Jail during your travels in Council Bluffs. Add the area's casinos or shops to your travel plans.

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Bayliss Park

7.8/10 (58 reviews)

Bayliss Park is just one of the places to see in Council Bluffs, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Add the area's shops or casinos to your travel plans.

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Historic General Dodge House

7.8/10 (37 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Historic General Dodge House during your travels in Council Bluffs. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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RailsWest Railroad Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in RailsWest Railroad Museum in Council Bluffs. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Bowlero Council Bluffs

You can take time to visit Bowlero Council Bluffs during your travels to Council Bluffs. Visit the casinos and shops in this family-friendly area.

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Mid-America Center

8.4/10 (350 reviews)

Catch an event at Mid-America Center during your trip to Council Bluffs. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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Joe's Karting

7.8/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit Joe's Karting during your travels to Council Bluffs. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Freedom Park Navy Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Freedom Park Navy Museum in Omaha. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Union Pacific Railroad Museum?

Union Pacific Railroad Museum is located in a welcoming area of Council Bluffs known for its popular zoo and first-class casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 19 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Union Pacific Railroad Museum?

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Union Pacific Railroad Museum. Other good choices within 5 miles include Countryside Inn & Suites and Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80.

How many hotels are there near Union Pacific Railroad Museum?

Expedia has 19 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Union Pacific Railroad Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Union Pacific Railroad Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Union Pacific Railroad Museum.

What can I see and do near Union Pacific Railroad Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at The Durham Museum, Joslyn Art Museum and Squirrel Cage Jail. Explore notable local landmarks like Orpheum Theater, Durham Museum and Historic General Dodge House. You can catch a show at Stir Cove, Ruth Sokolof Theater and The Rose Theater.

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Our top choices for Union Pacific Railroad Museum hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

2. Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

3. Quality Inn Council Bluffs I-80

4. Motel 6 Council Bluffs, IA - Omaha East

5. Western Inn

6. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

7. My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

8. The Farnam, Autograph Collection

9. BridgePointe Inn & Suites

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

11. Hotel Indigo Omaha Downtown by IHG

12. Hampton Inn Omaha Airport

13. Kimpton Cottonwood by IHG

14. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

15. Candlewood Suites Omaha Airport by IHG

16. Cambria Hotel Omaha Downtown

17. Hampton Inn Omaha Midtown-Aksarben Area

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Omaha I-80 at 72nd Street, NE

19. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs - Conv Ctr by IHG

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Top Union Pacific Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

Red Roof Inn & Suites Omaha - Council Bluffs

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

Countryside Inn & Suites

Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

Hilton Garden Inn Omaha East/Council Bluffs

Other attractions near Union Pacific Railroad Museum

Squirrel Cage Jail

Bayliss Park

Historic General Dodge House

RailsWest Railroad Museum

Bowlero Council Bluffs

Mid-America Center

Joe's Karting

Freedom Park Navy Museum

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