2 Star Hotels Near Heartland of America Park

The 31-acre Heartland of America Park is one of Omaha, Nebraska's most prized public spaces. Located downtown on the Missouri River, visitors to the park can enjoy the open space and walk, bike, or in-line skate along the extensive paved trail that takes guests throughout. Visitors can picnic by the lake and watch its three fountains shoot water 300 feet into the air. At night, the fountains feature a special light show. Visitors to Omaha can find many two-star hotels near Heartland of America Park that put them in close proximity to it and the other wonderful parks and gardens in the area.

Sleep Inn & Suites

Less than two miles east of Heartland of America Park, the Sleep Inn & Suites offers standard hotel rooms with amenities that include flat-screen televisions and complimentary high-speed Internet access; special rooms also include microwaves and whirlpool bathtubs. Guests have free access to the hotel's heated indoor swimming pool and fitness center. A free Continental breakfast is served every morning.

Sleep Inn & Suites
2211 S. 32nd St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 352-1300
www.sleepinn.com

Microtel Inn & Suites, Council Bluffs

Guests of the Microtel Inn sleep less than two miles from Heartland of America Park. Located in nearby Council Bluffs, guests can reach the Lake Manawana State Park in just a few minutes. Guest rooms come fully equipped with free high-speed wireless Internet, free local and domestic long-distance calling, and cable TV. The hotel offers a free breakfast in the morning and has a health center and an indoor pool.

Microtel Inn & Suites Council Bluffs
2141 S. 35th St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 256-2900
microtelinn.com

Settle Inn & Suites

Just a short drive from Heartland of America Park and Lake Manawana (six miles and two miles respectively), rooms at the Settle Inn & Suites feature high-speed Internet access, cable television, and free local calls; special spa tub suites are available. All guests receive a free Continental breakfast in the morning and free coffee 24 hours a day. There is an indoor pool on the property.

Settle Inn & Suites
500 30th Ave.
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
(712) 366-5555
settleinn.com

Article Written By Patrick M. Lind

Patrick M. Lind has been freelance writing since 2007 and has worked as an editor and journalist for ChicagoSporting.com. He received a Master of Arts in history from the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands and has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Middle East.

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