Situated in northeastern Omaha, Eppley Field serves as the airport for the Greater Omaha area, and offers flights to and from U.S. cities, such as New York, Minneapolis and Orlando, Florida. Passengers can find hotel accommodations within 20 minutes of Eppley Field. The airport is only a 10-minute drive from shopping and dining opportunities in downtown Omaha.
The upscale Magnolia Hotel is in downtown Omaha, approximately 20 minutes from Eppley Field. The hotel is lodged in a 1920's building in the heart of downtown Omaha's Old Market District, which features off-site dining options, boutique shops and vibrant night clubs. The Old Market District is a popular spot for students at nearby Creighton University, so the night clubs and restaurants are usually packed throughout the week and on weekend nights. Heartlands of America Park is only a five-minute drive from the hotel, and offers walking and bicycling trails overlooking the Missouri River.
Although the hotel is in a 1920's building, the interior design is a mix of classical Italian features, such as Roman columns and marble floors in the lobby area and contemporary furniture and artwork in the guest rooms. Some of the suites have fully furnished kitchens and whirlpool tubs. Other hotel amenities include complimentary transportation to Eppley Field and sites in downtown Omaha, a 24-hour fitness room and valet parking.
Magnolia Hotel Omaha
1615 Howard St.
Omaha, NE 68102
888-915-1110
magnoliahotelomaha.com
The all-suites Candlewood hotel, located in northeastern Omaha, is only a complimentary five-minute shuttle ride to Eppley Field. The hotel's suites have hardwood-floored kitchens and work areas. The on-site convenience store sells snacks, beverages and Omaha-related souvenirs. Nightly and weekly rates are available.
The hotel is within five minutes of the local restaurants off Abbott Plaza and Locust Street, such as the Hollywood Diner, Ampe's Cafe and Barley's Bar and Grill, which features televisions for sporting events. Attractions in downtown Omaha are only a 10-minute drive from the hotel, such as the Bemis Center of Contemporary Arts in the Old Market District and the Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge. This walkway extends over the Missouri River, and connects the Nebraska side and the Iowa side. The hotel is also less than 10 minutes from gaming opportunities in Council Bluffs, Iowa, at riverfront locations such as Harrah's and Horseshoe casinos.
Candlewood Suites Omaha Airport
2601 Abbott Plaza
Omaha, NE 68110
402-342-2500
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The Carol Hotel is located in western Omaha, and is only a 25-minute trip to Eppley Airfield. The hotel features an indoor swimming pool and whirlpool tub and guest suites with sleeper sofas. Pets may stay for an extra fee. Some of the guest suites have two bedrooms and a living area.
The hotel is only a 15-minute drive from Joslyn Castle. This early 20th-century home is in Omaha's Gold Coast Historic District, and is patterned after a medieval Scottish battlement. This house was owned by the Joslyn Family, who were wealthy philanthropists who funded many nonprofit institutions in Omaha, including the Joslyn Art Museum at Creighton University. As of fall 2010, this museum houses contemporary art from nationally renowned artists, and is only a 15-minute drive from the Carol Hotel. The hotel is also less than 15 minutes from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo, which features wildlife exhibits and an IMAX theater. Nebraska Steak and Grill, which offers steak entrees for lunch and dinner, is only a short walk from the hotel.
Carol Hotel Omaha
4888 S. 118th St.
Omaha, NE 68137
402-895-1000
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