Holiday Inn Express Waterloo-Cedar Falls by IHG

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

About

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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
359 reviews
5 stars
169
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 surfaces.

Staff Performance

Many customers praised the friendly and helpful staff, noting their attentiveness and willingness to assist.

Breakfast Quality

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

Room Condition

Several reviews mentioned that rooms felt outdated and in need of renovation, with issues like old fixtures and unpleasant odors.

Location and Amenities

The hotel is conveniently located near restaurants and amenities, but some guests reported issues with the pool and parking.
  • CV
    chris VanBoening
    Dec 3, 2025
    5.0
    Big clean rooms. Friendly staff. Good breakfast
  • TB
    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.
  • BC
    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.
  • MS
    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.
  • AH
    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.

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.