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Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG

3.0 star property
Travelers enjoy a prime riverfront location with exceptional staff and convenient dining at the Grilled & Chilled restaurant for pre-adventure meals

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Located along the Ohio River, Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront provides dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym for guests. The Grilled & Chilled restaurant serves breakfast and kids' meals, while the seasonal pool and sunny terrace offer perfect relaxation spots.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Covington, Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG is in the city centre. National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include MainStrasse Village and John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Paycor Stadium or Great American Ball Park.
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Map
600 West 3rd Street, Covington, KY, 41011

What's nearby

  • MainStrasse Village - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ohio River - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Northern Kentucky Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paycor Stadium - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Great American Ball Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Richter & Phillips Tram Stop - 5 min drive
  • Cincinnati Union Terminal - 10 min drive
  • Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky Int'l Airport (CVG) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG

Hotel near Northern Kentucky Convention Center
Located close to MainStrasse Village and Paycor Stadium, Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour gym. The on-site restaurant, Grilled & Chilled, features children's meals and breakfast. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business centre are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a lift and free newspapers
  • Wedding services, luggage storage and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 155 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, on-request microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (USD 7 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; USD 12.95 per person
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Grilled & Chilled

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 2,800 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

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
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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 27 September to 27 May:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 12.95 per person
  • Self-parking fee: USD 7 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Cincinnati-Riverfront
Cincinnati-Riverfront Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront Covington
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront Hotel
Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront Hotel Covington
Covington Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Cincinnati Riverfront Hotel Covington
Holiday Inn Covington

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from September 27 until May 27.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG?

As of 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$166.45, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG?

Self-parking is available for USD 7 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG located?

Located in the heart of Covington, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of MainStrasse Village and Northern Kentucky Convention Center. John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge and Smale Riverfront Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cincinnati Cyclones Tram Stop is 26 minutes by foot and Fountain Square Tram Stop is 29 minutes.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Cincinnati-Riverfront by IHG Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 94 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was nice and staff was nice. The Location was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Near food and entertainment.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Short fistance to shops & restaurants, great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall a good stay. Staff were super friendly and helpful. My room’s curtain was broken though, and my sink was a bit clogged.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient, the staff is very nice. Excellent for going to the Great American Ballpark!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff. Was able to easily walk to Cincinnati Begals stadium across the river, as we were in town for a game.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chance Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, somewhat dated but in good condition. Good breakfast included, more than a continental. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and hotel. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice for price and staff was extra nice and helpful in every way I had no car and they guided me and were overly nice and I was shocked that coffee was as good as it was
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have been staying here for 10+ years, my kids love the outdoor pool and the easy trolley access for the Reds games.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was a wonderful stay! The staff was over the top friendly on top of the hotel being EXTREMELY clean and well taken care of. My family felt welcome and safe and will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reds games ( visit)

Great stay , staff was friendly and accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great restaurants about 10-15 minute walk away!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel was clean and the beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly placed just across the river from Cincinnati, clean hotel and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

MIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenience location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Margherita

Liked: Staff & service
I appreciated the toiletries provided in the bathroom. The staff was great - especially the gentleman who took care of the breakfast buffet. Hallway and room was a little musty and there was a smoke smell coming through.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Della

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly service by staff. Pool was nice amenity after a long summer day. Surrounding area has great affordable places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a cheaper option than staying downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Great people! Awesome bartender!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and helpful staff. Many food options within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean; helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025