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.
Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Waterloo, IA (ALO-Waterloo Regional) - 13 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 18 min walk
Taco John's - 11 min walk
Burger King - 8 min walk
Starbucks - 16 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG puts you just a 5-minute drive from Lost Island Waterpark and South Hills Golf Course. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the indoor pool. Also, Isle Casino Waterloo and Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center are just a 5-minute drive away.
At a glance
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Hotel size
79 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Waterloo Cedar Falls by IHG Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
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
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
Quick check in, friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms.
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 13, 2025
Clean room, family friendly, person who checked us in was super friendly and welcoming
Jessie
Jessie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Breakfast options were a nice variety and good with helpful staff. Pool area was clean and nice. Would stay again.
Fay
Fay, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2025
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
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Mar 24, 2024
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.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Sep 17, 2023
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
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2024
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
Vicki, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2025
A nice stayand a comfortable bed.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2022
Will definitely be staying again when I come back to visit my family!
Chastity
Chastity, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Apr 24, 2026
For the price of this room you would expect nicer amenities and certainly better surroundings there are crackheads and beggars in the parking lot stairways smell like mold hot tub has been cemented in not impressed at all with this hotel should have been a $60 a night Hotel not 140
Joshua
Joshua, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2022
Excellent staff, nice clean rooms, quiet and pleasant experience overall. Great place to stay.
Lee
Lee, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Nice place
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2022
I'm happy with my reservation at Holiday Inn, best hotel ever.
Norma
Norma, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 19, 2022
Good location, everything is nearby. Rooms were clean, staff was friendly.
Candice
Candice, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2025
Stay was just fine. Only downfall was no biscuits & sausage gravy this stay.
melissa
melissa, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 29, 2023
Nice, big room and bathroom. Loved the big, comfy chair. Overall, a nice place to stay.
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2025
The place could use a refresh.
Gary Allen
Gary Allen, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2025
Great!
April
April, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2023
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
Desirae, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
It Was Good
Tennille
Tennille, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
Quick on and off freeway
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2022
Everything was good
Latosha
Latosha, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2022
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
julie, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 8, 2023
Bath tub had hair in it and was sub par to what we usually stay in!
Neil
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2022
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.