The animal collection and displays at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo allows visitors to travel around the world without stepping out of the Midwest. The zoo boasts the world's largest indoor desert and rainforest displays. The zoo is near many of Omaha's other major attractions including its historic Old Market district and downtown along with lodging to suit your needs.
Just steps from the Henry Doorly Zoo, the Comfort Inn also is close to other attractions such as the Durham Western Heritage Museum and Qwest Center. This pet-friendly inn provides a free breakfast and high-speed internet access. Guest rooms and executive and family-level suites are available. All rooms include a refrigerator and coffee maker, while suites also include a microwave oven and wet bar. The inn also offers an indoor heated pool, fitness center and sun deck.
Comfort Inn at the Zoo
2920 S. 13th Court
Omaha, NE 68108
402-342-8000
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-omaha-nebraska-NE049
The Embassy Suites sits in the historic Old Market district and is within walking distance of dining, shopping and entertainment options. It is less than two miles from the zoo. Each suite provides a private bedroom and separate sitting area, two televisions, high-speed internet access, refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. Guests can enjoy a free, made-to-order breakfast and complementary manager's reception, fitness center, pool, laundry and valet service, on-site dining and convenience store. The Embassy Suites offers special accommodations and packages to families.
Embassy Suites Omaha-Downtown/Old Market
555 S. 10th St.
Omaha, NE 68102
402-346-9000
http://embassysuites1.hilton.com/en_US/es/hotel/OMADTES-Embassy-Suites-Omaha-Downtown-Old-Market-Nebraska/index.do
The Magnolia Hotel blends old and new with its 1920s Italian-style architecture and contemporary touches. Located downtown, the hotel is less than miles from the zoo. Guests enjoy boutique-style rooms and suites as well as a free breakfast buffet, evening beer and wine reception and bedtime cookies and milk. The hotel also offers complementary downtown transportation, a 24-hour fitness center and a club room.
Magnolia Hotel
1615 Howard St.
Omaha, NE 68102
402-341-2500
http://www.magnoliahotelomaha.com/omaha.aspx
On the edge of downtown, the Courtyard hotel is a little more than two miles from the zoo. This hotel offers a 24-hour market, pool, whirlpool and fitness center. All rooms are nonsmoking and include a coffee maker, pull-out sofa and high-speed internet access. A cafe serves breakfast each morning and there are other dining options within walking distance.
Courtyard Omaha Downtown/Old Market Area
101 S. 10th St.
Omaha, NE 68102
402-346-2200
http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/omacy-courtyard-omaha-downtown-old-market-area/
