Holiday Inn Express Waterloo-Cedar Falls by IHG

4.1
358 reviews
Only 7 mles from the Waterloo Regional Airport.

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Brand new pillowtop mattresses have been added for your comfort! The Holiday Inn Express hotel in Waterloo-Cedar Falls, Iowa provides comfortable, completely non-smoking accommodations near Waterloo Regional Airport (ALO). Located in the heart of Iowa, Waterloo offers attractions for both the business and leisure traveler. Our hotel is close to several corporate offices. John Deere Facilities, Tyson Foods, and Berch Cabinets are within easy driving distance. You will be able to get to your meeting or convention on time as we are near the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center or the University of Northern Iowa. Waterloo offers a variety of attractions for the entire family. Lost Island Water Park and Theme Park are only minutes away. We are just 1.5 miles from the Isle of Capri Casino. Other nearby attractions include the John Deere Tractor Museum and George Wyth State Park. A complimentary hot breakfast is provided each morning while free high-speed Internet access is available throughout the hotel. We also have a Fitness Center, laundry facility, meeting space and an indoor pool. “Stay Smart” stay at the Holiday Inn Express Waterloo-Cedar Falls.

Location

Holiday Inn Express Waterloo-Cedar Falls by IHG
2127 La Porte Road, Waterloo, IA
50702, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
358 reviews
5 stars
168
4 stars
118
3 stars
42
2 stars
14
1 star
16

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Cleanliness Issues

Multiple reviews highlighted concerns about cleanliness, including dirty carpets, bathrooms with mold, and unclean rooms.

Comfortable Beds

Many customers praised the comfort of the beds and pillows, noting they had good sleep experiences.

Breakfast Quality

Feedback on breakfast was mixed; while some enjoyed it, others found it lacking in variety and quality.

Staff Performance

Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful, with several positive mentions of individual employees.

Outdated Facilities

Several reviews indicated that the hotel appears dated and in need of renovations, with issues like old carpets and fixtures.
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    Tina Booth
    Sep 30, 2025
    3.0
    Hotel had a moldish smell as soon as I walked in. After getting into the room, there was some kind of residue (something melt?) on the side table next to the bed. The table next to the chair looked like it had stuff all over it-I didn’t what to touch it so I don’t know what it was. Tub in the bathroom had rust around it. There was also a fake fingernail in the hallway outside of the room. Just felt like the hotel in general needs a renovation and more attention to detail cleaning. Comfy bed though and the breakfast was good. The restaurant next door was super good and within walking distance.
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    Brian Clark
    Sep 22, 2025
    3.0
    Some good but some not so good. It is obvious that some of the hotel has had upgrades. However, when entering my room, I immediately noticed the gold, green & blue carpet, chairs, curtains & wall. Light fixtures are the old bubble style. (Two had bulbs not working). Bathtub had rust & mold around the fixtures and the water did not drain well when showering. I noticed that one window sheer was missing. Bed & Pillows were comfortable, A/C worked well. Breakfast was hot and good with a variety of options. Staff was available but there was very little interaction.
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    Michelle Servi
    Sep 9, 2025
    2.0
    Room carpet and bathroom shower not good. Carpet was stained and dirty, and had a mild odor of smoke in the room. Carpet in the elevators was filthy just like in the room. Unable to access the pool as the door lock would not unlock for multiple people. Breakfast was not great won’t be back.
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    Asia Haley
    Aug 31, 2025
    2.0
    Checked into the room, smells like asphalt really bed, I have been sneezing 🤧😬the sofa has stains on it/dirty. The sink has hair in it, we just arrived at 3:16 am, easy check in. The cart to bring our stuff upstairs was very noisy. I have stayed in many Holidays inn Express and this is the worst one. I will never stay here again.
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    Robert Gosse
    Aug 24, 2025
    5.0
    Stayed there for a night when we were in town. The property was very nice and clean. Room was very clean and comfortable. Out of all of the motels we stayed at, this place had the best breakfast by far. Staff was friendly and helpful. It was also a very secure location. I would stay there again in a heartbeat. Great job! You can tell that the staff care about the place by how well it is maintained.

Frequently Asked Questions About Holiday Inn Express Waterloo-Cedar Falls by IHG

What time is check-in and check-out at Holiday Inn Express Waterloo-Cedar Falls?

Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is breakfast available at the hotel?

Yes, a complimentary hot buffet breakfast is available for free each morning.