Places to stay in Carter Lake, Iowa

Carter Lake is a city in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. Places to eat in the region include Vida Mexican Food, Dam Bar ‘n’ Grill, Rick's Cafe Boatyard, and Stadium Sports Bar & Grill.

If you are travelling in the area, Carter Lake is located close to Creighton Family Healthcare Building - South, Christ the King Lutheran Church, La Quinta Inn & Suites Carter Lake, Karen Baptist Church and Bryant Dairy Farm.

The center of Carter Lake ( which is at is longitude -95°54'58.68 and latitude 41°17'19.32 ) is located and 4 miles away from Council Bluffs.

Available Carter Lake lodging

We currently have 10 accommodations in and around Carter Lake.

Carter Lake Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Holiday Inn Express, Carter Lake
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Holiday Inn Express

Our hotels location provides convenient and easy access to many attractions and businesses. We are near the Eppley Airfield Omaha Airport, and our hotel provides a daily shuttle service for our guests.
2010 Abbott Drive
Photograph of La Quinta Inn & Suites, Carter Lake
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

La Quinta Inn & Suites

Wake up on the bright side with La Quinta® by Wyndham hotels. Whether you’re in town to work hard or play hard, we’re here to help you relax with comfortable accommodations and convenient amenities.
1201 Avenue H
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Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Super 8

Stay at Super 8 by Wyndham Omaha Eppley Airport/Carter Lake, offering a free shuttle to and from Eppley Airfield (OMA) along with free WiFi and comfortable guest rooms. Our location is minutes from dining, shipping, and galleries in downtown .....
3000 Airport Eppley Drive
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Listing updated 2025
Hotels

Hampton Inn

When looking for Carter Lake, IA hotels, stay at the modern Hampton Inn Omaha Airport featuring complimentary WiFi, free hot breakfast and an indoor pool..
2020 Abbott Drive
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Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Best Western Plus

Our fully modernized guest rooms feature 39-inch flat screen HDTVs, microwaves, mini refrigerators and free high-speed wireless Internet. Every guest is invited to enjoy our complimentary full hot breakfast that includes scrambled eggs, warm .....
2510 Abbott Plaza
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Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Best Western Plus

The hotel features free full hot breakfast, evening reception, indoor pool, relaxing hot tub, 24-hour fitness center, 24-hour business center, on site laundry service and sundry shop.
2510 Abbott Plz
100 percent Non Smoking, Complimentary Airport Shuttle, Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet, 1 Bedroom Suites and Whirlpool Suites, Premium Bedding Package, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Fitness Center, Indoor Pool and Whirlpool, Business Center, Fresh Baked .....
2210 Abbott Drive

Carter Lake Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Lake Of Three Fires

Approx 3 miles away in Bedford:

A hotspot for equestrian trail riding and camping, Lake of Three Fires State Park in southwest Iowa provides diverse outdoor recreation opportunities. The park’s 85-acre lake is a local destination for boaters and anglers, and several open picnic areas are available near the lake.
2303 Lake Road
Bedford, Iowa
Campsite / RV Parks

Horseshoe Casino

Approx 5 miles away in Council Bluffs:

2701 23rd Avenue
Campsite / RV Parks

Home Park

Approx 3 miles away in Omaha:

6902 North 16th Street
Omaha, Nebraska
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Carter Lake

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Old Mattress Factory Bar

M's Pub ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Located at 422 South 11th Street, Omaha, 3 miles from the center of Carter Lake. 2008 Readers' Choice Best of the Big O, Best Late Night Restaurant, Best Nouvelle Cuisine, Best Wine Selection (Restaurant) www.mspubomaha.com Link

Upstream Brewing Company ( Dining / Winery / Brewery ). Located at 514 South 11th Street, Omaha, 3 miles from the center of Carter Lake. As Omaha's original brewpub, we've been making visitors feel like locals and locals feel like another round since 1996. We now invite you to spend as little time on this site as possible, and instead join us for a good time made great. www.upstreambrewing.com Link

Omaha Prime Restaurant ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 415 South 11th Street, Omaha, 3 miles from the center of Carter Lake. Omaha Prime, located in Omaha's Old Market district, is one of the few restaurants in the country to serve exclusively USDA Prime Grade beef. This fine steak is further enhanced with a large selection of appetizers, an extensive wine list, and cigar smoking in designated areas. www.omaha-prime.com Link

Vivace ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1108 Howard Street, Omaha, 3 miles from the center of Carter Lake. Open 7 days a week 11 a.m. - 11 p.m., Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - midnight, Friday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sunday Brunch 5 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sunday Dinner www.vivaceomaha.com Link

Spencer's ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 102 North 10th Street, Omaha, 3 miles from the center of Carter Lake. Aged, hand cut and seared to perfection. Spencer's for Steaks and Chops of Omaha is the ultimate steakhouse restaurant. Featuring USDA prime beef from Stockyards Beef of Chicago, Spencer's restaurant offers sizzling hot porterhouses, juicy filet mignons and the bone-in ribeye for which Spencer's is named. If you prefer the sea to the plains, try the fresh seafood such as seared rare Ahi Tuna, alder planked salmon, parmesan encrusted Alaskan Halibut or cold-water Australian lobster. Our famous chops and innovative side dishes prepared with an undeniably creative flair will also make your mouth water. Desserts are made fresh daily and include sorbets, old-fashioned strawberry shortcake, and warmed chocolate and fudge "naughty cake" that will leave you blushing. Friendly conversation, handcrafted martinis and fine wines are featured at our full service bar. And if you find yourself too comfortable to move into the dining room, our bar menu will give you a wide variety of our featured items. We also have a beautiful private dining room that is available for any functions, whether it be for your rehearsal dinner or dinner parties. This room seats up to 50 people. You can order off of our regular menu or choose from our 3 private dining menus. Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence"Spencer's is proud to announce that we have received the 2009 Wine Spectator "Award of Excellence". This award is given to select restaurants that exhibit an extensive wine list that provides value and variety. Stop in soon to choose your favorite bottle of wine.

Old Mattress Factory Bar ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 501 North 13th Street, Omaha, 2 miles from the center of Carter Lake. Located "Just West of the Qwest", we have everything you might desire for lunch & dinner, a night out in Omaha or in planning your next event. Our historic building dates back to 1883 and offers a unique atmosphere that our patrons don’t soon forget. The newly renovated interior offers state-of-the-art technology and a fun, comfortable setting. Let our staff cater to your needs with savory food & beverage selections and personal service that is guaranteed to please. So, before the next big game… after the concert…or just for a great experience in downtown Omaha, join us at The Matt! www.themattomaha.com Link

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