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Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

4.0 star property

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Serves lunch and dinner
Serves lunch and dinner
1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

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2200 River Road, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
  • Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Mid-America Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Omaha, NE (OMA-Eppley Field)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Whirlpool Suite Riverview King

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Whirlpool Suite King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Two Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Riverview 2 Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Riverview King

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

4-star Council Bluffs hotel close to Ameristar Casino Hotel at Council Bluffs
3 restaurants, a casino, and an indoor pool are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a hot tub are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs offers 160 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch plasma televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Council Bluffs hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
In addition to an indoor pool, Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs provides a hot tub and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wired and wireless Internet access.

This business-friendly hotel also offers a casino, a vending machine, and express check-out. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs has designated areas for smoking.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7 AM and 11:00 AM.
1853 Bistro & Bar - This café serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Amerisports Bar & Grill - This sports bar specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Buffet - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.
Double Down Dogs - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 20 per person
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • 1853 Bistro & Bar
  • Amerisports Bar & Grill
  • Buffet
  • Double Down Dogs

Things to do

  • Casino
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch HDTV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 31.50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 31.50
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

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 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.

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staycation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

JACKIE

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were terrible, pillows were terrible, couldn’t use pool should have been told . Dirty, for 349 a night won’t ever go back!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nichole

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was a hairball in the shower. An elevator wasn't working--so only 1 elevator to use. they had a medical issue on one floor necessitating the EMTS to use and hold the elevator for much time--it meant the entire elevator system was totally useless. Pool was not functional
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manishkumar

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Hotel needs to be updated. Need Plugs at beds. Better lighting. Bathrooms need to be redone. Chips in tub with rust coming through. Families should be housed in separate area so business people can get sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and room was clean and comfy. Def a relaxing getaway for the husband and I.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Alyssa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

jessica

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

carmen

Hotel manager was amazing, he was so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was closed for repairs but I’ve stayed here multiple times and it’s great if you’re looking to get away and stay at a casino!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Shane

Pool was closed for maintenance, room service was ordered and had to be picked up could not be delivered, food was just ok-pretty bland. Room was clean but would occasionally get a sewer smell. Overall disappointed from previous stays
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pool was cold, hot tub wasn’t hot, no water pressure in the shower, but surprisingly scalding hot water. Overall it was clean and comfortable. Very average hotel. Probably would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst stay in US so far!

Hotel smelt like an ashtray, everywhere... from the lobby to the lifts, bedrooms to the gym and pool.... unfreindly and rude staff especially reception. I wont be going back there, plenty of other hotels in the area with better facilities, decor and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darron

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really bad hotel and experience!

Booked 3 nights stay, something authentic given the history and casino... thats where it ended hence one star! The hotel is dated and smells like an ashtray throughout, furniture and decor is old, worn and stained with nothing exciting to add! Staff were extremly rude, especially the reception staff given after the first night they wanted me to move rooms having overbooked room type! They even had security move lock us out of our room then ecort to another room! I couldnt get a refund, otherwise would have moved hotels for the remaining nights. Casino was poor, other than a few card tables three floors of slot machines, which all smelt like rotten cigarettes and tar! Gym and pool areas dirty and unkept, even the pools and spa are filled with salt, unhygenic and rotten! Everything else was extra you had to pay for, no complementary drinks or breakfast.... I dont recommend this hotel at all, much better hotels around it. Wont ever go back there, save the agro and book somewhere else!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025