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Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG

701 West 1st Street, Owensboro, KY, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
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About this property

Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG is a 3-star hotel positioned steps from the Ohio River and Owensboro Convention Center in Owensboro, Kentucky. The property sits just 0.1 miles from the Ohio River itself and 0.5 miles from Smothers Park, making it ideal for visitors exploring the Ohio River Valley region. Daviess County Regional Airport is 3 miles away. Guests consistently rate the location highly at 4.8 out of 5 stars based on over 700 reviews.

The hotel offers 123 guestrooms, including 10 suites, each equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and 43-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming. All rooms include complimentary wired and wireless internet access, private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers, toiletries, hair dryers, desks, and coffee and tea makers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Dining is available at Burger Theory, the on-site restaurant serving breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee. A bar and lounge provide evening refreshment. Recreation amenities include an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and a picnic area. The hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, on-site shopping, a business center with 1,735 square feet of conference space across two meeting rooms, and full accessibility accommodations throughout the property. Free self parking is available.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and extends until 2:00 AM; check-out is at 12:00 PM. The hotel maintains a 24-hour front desk and does not permit pets, though service animals are welcome. With an overall guest rating of 4.6 out of 5 and a 93.3% recommendation rate, Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG serves as a reliable base for business and leisure travel in Owensboro.

Location & nearby attractions

When you stay at Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG in Owensboro, you'll be near the airport, just steps from Ohio River Valley and Owensboro Convention Center. This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Ohio River and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Smothers Park.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Ohio River Valley - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Ohio River - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Owensboro Convention Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Theatre Workshop of Owensboro - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Smothers Park - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
International Bluegrass Music Museum - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Owensboro Museum of Science and History - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Owensboro Museum of Fine Art - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Owensboro Sportscenter - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Green River Distilling Co. - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi
Owensboro Medical Health System - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Western Kentucky Botanical Garden - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Beautiful You - 3.8 km / 2.3 mi
Kentucky Wesleyan College - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Legion Park - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi

The nearest airports are:
Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional) - 6.5 km / 4.1 mi
Evansville, IN (EVV-Evansville Regional) - 71.1 km / 44.2 mi

The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG is Owensboro, KY (OWB-Owensboro-Daviess County Regional).

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 123 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 43-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

Dining

Enjoy a satisfying meal at Burger Theory serving guests of Holiday Inn Owensboro Riverfront by IHG. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, shopping on site, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Planning an event in Owensboro? This hotel has 1735 square feet (161 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

Daviess County Regional Airport - 3 miles - Taxi-$15
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Complimentary parking lot located in front of hotel.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests. Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service Animals Only
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 16 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children

Know before you go

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 5 children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).