The Best Hotels Closest to Lauritzen Gardens in Omaha for 2026

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a large screen displaying the menu.

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

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

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

2 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Barbara

￥14,575

￥16,323 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

1.7 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Tanya

￥13,705

￥15,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A restaurant with round tables, wooden chairs, and a brick wall.

A bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A coffee shop with shelves of snacks, a coffee machine, and a chilled section.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a floral mural, modern seating, and a large window.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

Downtown Omaha, 3 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Robert

￥16,640

￥19,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A Country Inn & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A gym with cardio equipment, a large window, and a television on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with multiple lanes, lounge chairs, and a seating area with tables.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed pictures, and a welcome mat.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

2 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Karen

￥14,575

￥16,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A courtyard with brick buildings, outdoor seating, and a central planter.

A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of bar and dining tables.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A large, multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

5. Magnolia Hotel Omaha

Downtown Omaha, 3 km from Lauritzen Gardens

William

￥15,230

￥17,896 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A swimming pool with a 30 ft depth marker, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunbed, with a clear view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance under a covered area, surrounded by brick buildings.

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

2.1 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Sheri

￥15,888

￥17,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central bar counter.

A modern lounge area with a mural, a seating area with tire swings, and a digital display board.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A wooden facade with a neon sign that reads "Buy the ticket take the ride."

7. Moxy Omaha Downtown

Old Market, 2.7 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Kelly

￥13,549

￥15,919 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a clean, tiled floor.

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.

8. BridgePointe Inn & Suites

2.2 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Christerfer

￥10,714

￥12,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A brick building with a sign reading "Hyatt Place" and the number "540" on the facade.

A modern apartment with a grey sofa, a small dining area, a kitchen with a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a seating area.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a glass display case, and a buffet area with various food items.

9. Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market

Old Market, 2.6 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Jason

￥17,257

￥20,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A modern building with a glass facade, a landscaped garden with yellow flowers, and a distinctive sculpture.

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

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

1 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Dan

￥15,888

￥17,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A bar area with a television mounted above the bar, a shelf with bottles, and two blue bar stools.

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

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

1.8 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Abigail

￥15,051

￥16,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a covered area with a pergola.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, sunlit by large arched windows, and equipped with lounge chairs and a changing area.

A snack bar with shelves stocked with various snacks and a beverage refrigerator.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a coffee station.

12. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

1 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Brenda

￥15,350

￥17,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of liquor bottles displayed on shelves.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a courtyard and multiple parking spaces.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a chair, and a desk.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple computer stations, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a television.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Downtown

Downtown Omaha, 3 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Linsey

￥15,912

￥18,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant with a dark interior, a table set for dining, and a potted plant on the table.

A bar area with a checkered floor, bar stools, and a well-stocked shelf of bottles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, a painting, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a red sofa, a kitchen, and a bathroom.

14. Hotel Deco Omaha, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Omaha, 3 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Cindy

￥20,510

￥24,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A multi-level atrium with modern furnishings, including seating areas and a central walkway.

A multi-level hotel lobby with outdoor seating, a staircase, and a reception area.

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, a central staircase, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple dining tables, and a patterned carpet.

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market

Old Market, 2.5 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Carlos

￥19,220

￥22,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the mountains through the window.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a patterned wall, a reception desk, and a sign for guest rooms.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fenced patio area, and a building with a sign that reads 'KITCHEN'.

A large hotel with a central stage and a crowd gathered in front.

16. Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

1.9 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Elias

￥11,971

￥16,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A Microtel Inn & Suites building with a blue and white exterior, a landscaped lawn, and a signboard.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a seating area with benches, and large windows allowing natural light.

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

1.7 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Cynthia

￥11,178

￥12,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A large paddle steamer with multiple decks and a prominent chimney.

A restaurant with wooden beams, brick walls, and multiple seating areas.

A casino with multiple gaming tables and slot machines.

A bar area with wooden ceiling, red chairs, and a bar counter.

18. Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

0.8 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Joseph

￥14,707

￥16,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel with a 'Comfort Suites' sign, multiple parking spaces, and a building with a red roof.

A hotel bathroom with a large bathtub, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel room with a brown sofa, a large bed, and a framed landscape picture on the wall.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a yellow armchair, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

19. Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

1.7 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Nina

￥13,304

￥14,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Woodspring Suites" sign.

Two vending machines in a hallway with a sign that reads "VENDORS".

A hallway with a reception desk, a door leading to a kitchen area, and a framed welcome sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a kitchenette, a desk with a chair, a television, and a wardrobe.

20. WoodSpring Suites Council Bluffs

1.9 km from Lauritzen Gardens

Connie

￥10,854

￥12,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Lauritzen Gardens

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,378 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area	9.0 Wonderful 1,166 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA	9.0 Wonderful 1,102 reviews	View
Magnolia Hotel Omaha	9.0 Wonderful 2,122 reviews	View

Top Lauritzen Gardens Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

8/10 Good

"Nice place, not much choice for breakfast tho, and not included. Seemed a bit understaffed as we had to wait quite a while to check in and for food"

Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect. Walking distance to so much and in a safe area. Staff was very nice. Room was clean and beds were comfortable. Everything was perfect!!"

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

10/10 Excellent

"⭐ 5/5 — Charming Historic Hotel I really enjoyed my stay at the Magnolia. It’s a beautiful historic building with lots of character. Yes, it’s an older property, but that’s actually part of its charm, and I really liked the atmosphere. The location is excellent and very convenient, and the service was friendly and welcoming. I also ate at the hotel restaurant and the food was quite good. Overall, I had a very pleasant stay and would definitely stay here again."

Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

8/10 Good

"We were on 11th floor and we could hear things plain as day on the ground floor... the view was amazing tho"

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay"

Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

8/10 Good

"Staff was super friendly and helpful"

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was well maintained. We will stay here again"

Luxury 3BR/4BA Townhome • Rooftop Deck, Porch • 5 Min to Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks for such a great stay! The host was very helpful and accommodating, and was quick to respond to any questions. The home was clean, and the living space and rooms were perfect for my group."

Downtown Studio Chic- 3 blocks from the Zoo

10/10 Excellent

"The property was very clean and located very close to the zoo and downtown areas. I would recommend this property to any one I know traveling to Omaha."

Other attractions near Lauritzen Gardens

Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

9.4/10 (2,529 reviews)

Journey through the world’s biggest indoor desert, spot magnificent creatures in the aquarium and explore indoor rainforests and swamps in Nebraska’s premier zoo.

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Kenefick Park

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kenefick Park during your travels in Omaha. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Western Historic Trails Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Western Historic Trails Center in Council Bluffs. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Infield at the Zoo

Explore the great outdoors at Infield at the Zoo, a lovely green space in Omaha. Take some time to visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Stir Cove

8.0/10 (91 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Stir Cove during your stay in Council Bluffs. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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The Apollon

You can make plans for a show at The Apollon during your stay in Omaha. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Dodge Riverside Golf Club

7.8/10 (17 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Council Bluffs at Dodge Riverside Golf Club. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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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. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lauritzen Gardens?

Lauritzen Gardens is located in a welcoming area of Omaha known for its popular zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 32 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Lauritzen Gardens?

Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lauritzen Gardens. Other good options within a short distance include Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Council Bluffs I-29 by IHG and Hampton Inn Council Bluffs.

How many hotels are there near Lauritzen Gardens?

Expedia has 32 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lauritzen Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lauritzen Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Lauritzen Gardens.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lauritzen Gardens?

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What can I see and do near Lauritzen Gardens?

Study the collections at Joslyn Art Museum, The Durham Museum, or Durham Museum. Sights like Orpheum Theater, Joslyn Castle, and Squirrel Cage Jail are landmarks to visit in the area. You can catch a show at Stir Cove, The Apollon, and The Rose Theater.

How can I get to Lauritzen Gardens?

If you're taking a train to the area, Omaha Station is the closest stop to Southeast Omaha. There might not be many public transit stops near by Lauritzen Gardens so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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

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

3. Hilton Garden Inn Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

5. Magnolia Hotel Omaha

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

7. Moxy Omaha Downtown

8. BridgePointe Inn & Suites

9. Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market

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

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

12. Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

13. Courtyard by Marriott Omaha Downtown

14. Hotel Deco Omaha, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Omaha Downtown Old Market

16. Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

17. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Council Bluffs/Omaha

18. Ameristar Casino Hotel Council Bluffs

19. Comfort Suites Omaha East-Council Bluffs

20. WoodSpring Suites Council Bluffs

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Top Lauritzen Gardens Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Omaha East/Council Bluffs, IA

Hyatt Place Omaha Downtown Old Market

Magnolia Hotel Omaha

Harrah's Council Bluffs Hotel & Casino - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Hampton Inn Council Bluffs

My Place Hotel - Council Bluffs/Omaha East, IA

Luxury 3BR/4BA Townhome • Rooftop Deck, Porch • 5 Min to Downtown

Downtown Studio Chic- 3 blocks from the Zoo

Other attractions near Lauritzen Gardens

Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

Kenefick Park

Western Historic Trails Center

Infield at the Zoo

Stir Cove

The Apollon

Dodge Riverside Golf Club

Joe's Karting

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