Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

Hotel with indoor pool, near Lost Island Waterpark

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby lounge
Exterior
Lobby lounge
Lobby lounge
Near Lost Island Waterpark, Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls offers a warm welcome with a fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy an indoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services and 24-hour gym or connect to free WiFi while you plan your day at South Hills Golf Course. Previous guests rave about their stay.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
CA $165
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Hair dryer, towels
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Hair dryer, towels
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Hair dryer, towels
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Hair dryer, towels
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Hair dryer, towels

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Hair dryer, towels
Hair dryer, towels
Hair dryer, towels
Hair dryer, towels

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
2127 La Porte Road, Waterloo, IA, 50702

What's nearby

  • Lost Island Waterpark - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Isle Casino Waterloo - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • MercyOne Waterloo Pain Management - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • MercyOne Waterloo Podiatric Care - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Young Arena - 5 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG

Enjoy your visit to Waterloo with a stay at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the indoor pool.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 79 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Shared microwave
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 35.00 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM

Policies

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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Cedar Falls
Holiday Inn Express Cedar Falls Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Cedar Falls Hotel Waterloo
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls
Waterloo Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 35.00 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Isle Casino Waterloo (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great and the staff in the breakfast area did a wonderful job. (5 reviews)
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Popular mentions

RoomService staffBreakfastShowerHot TubParking

10/10 Exceptional

I'm happy with my reservation at Holiday Inn, best hotel ever.
Norma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It Was Good
Tennille, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything smelled very clean and the breakfast was awesome. The girls that managed the breakfast area did a wonderful job! I wish there was an ice machine in every floor.
julie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

As a business traveler with a truck and trailer, my biggest concern everywhere I go is the safety of my truck and customer product onboard. ZERO complaints for here. Very friendly and accommodating. I will continue to stay when coming through the area.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A nice stayand a comfortable bed.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place could use a refresh.
Gary Allen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!
April, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick on and off freeway
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent customer service! The staff could not have been more accommodating to our group! Rooms are clean. Breakfast was tasty. Shontel working the reception desk was AMAZING!! 👏👏👏
Amanda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was an average stay, the bed was comfortable the breakfast was great! The only thing is the pool was closed so I think they should have lowered their rate a bit, because that amenity wasn’t available. The cleanliness was ok. When walking into the front doors it would help the place look better if the windows were clean.
Vicki, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Comfortable but….

The beds and pillows were comfortable . Staff was very nice. The room had black mold in the bathroom both on the walls and in the shower. There were beer tabs and trash behind the chair in the room.
1-night trip

6/10 Good

Comfortable beds but not clean

Room had a smell to it. Carpets in the room were very dirty and stained. Beds were comfortable and loved pillows. Did not get much sleep because of all the noise in the hallway.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice, big room and bathroom. Loved the big, comfy chair. Overall, a nice place to stay.
Katherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was over all nice, every time we walked back in the room it smelled stinky a little bit but other than that the stay was good. The location was nice and close to a lot of things.
Desirae, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Musty smell

Clean, but smelled musty
Cynthia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Bath tub had hair in it and was sub par to what we usually stay in!

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was good
Latosha, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We just needed clean place, a comfy bed, and a warm shower and this was fine for this. They didn't have any bottled water and that was kind of a bummer but not a really big deal.
Erin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, nice clean rooms, quiet and pleasant experience overall. Great place to stay.
Lee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely be staying again when I come back to visit my family!
Chastity, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel was okay. Not exactly the level that I expect from Holiday Inn Express. Disappointing was the hot tub. The website shows a hot tub but when we arrived, we found that it had been filled in with concrete. Very disappointing after a long day of travel. Breakfast was just okay. Lacking things we have some to expect from the brand.
Darcie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location, everything is nearby. Rooms were clean, staff was friendly.
Candice, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a nice place I would stay again
Jason, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a good stay. No issues room was clean ! Would recommend for sure
Mary, 1-night trip