Name: Clarion Inn and Suites Convention Center Kearney
Address: 301 2nd Avenue Building A, Kearney, Nebraska, United States of America, Kearney, Nebraska, US
Price range: US$62–US$102 per night
Rating: 7.38

What guests think

At Clarion Inn and Suites Convention Center Kearney, reviews describe an older property amid prolonged renovations, with many amenities out of service and noticeable wear in common areas, while some renovated rooms offer comfortable beds and a cleaner, refreshed feel.

Guests frequently mention pool and hot tub closures or cold water, bar/restaurant and breakfast unavailable, and occasional flooding or musty odors in the atrium. Cleanliness and upkeep are inconsistent: several reports cite dirty floors, pests, broken fixtures, faulty locks or TVs, and neglected grounds, though some newer rooms are tidy. Service feedback is mixed, with many praising friendly staff but others noting slow or absent front-desk support and refund or deposit frustrations. Expect a budget stay with varying room quality and limited amenities during ongoing renovations.

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Facilities

Ongoing renovations leave amenities limited. Many reviews note a closed or unheated pool, a long-closed hot tub, shuttered bar/restaurant areas, occasional flooding and musty atrium odors, dark corridors, and unsecured exterior doors.

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Heidi

3 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Website very misleading! They were under renovation which was badly needed. Pool was under construction which we wanted to use. Room smelled. No phone to call front desk. Kitchen closed so no breakfast as advertised. Fan in bath broken. Had I not prepaid with no refund I would have cancelled and left! They also charged a pet fee that was not listed on Expedia site and a $50 incidental charge in case you damage something. The outside security door did not lock so anyone could enter the hotel and have access to rooms. Therefore the hotel was not a safe hotel. Very disappointed in this hotel don’t waste your $

8

Scott

24 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The hot tub was not working and hasn’t worked for serval years

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joy

9 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The pool was cold, no hot tub its been down since last year when we stayed. No bar, it was closed even tho it was hopping last year when we stayed. The entire building was cold no heat throughout. The stay over all sucked.

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Marla

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was beginning a rehab, so the pool, sauna, lazy river, arcade and breakfast were not available, even though it was advertised as such. The outside of the hotel was very run down and the bath mat was wet, even though we didn't take a shower. We would like a full refund of the cost of the room since the hotel didn't deliver the amenities we were promised, since that is why we booked the room in the first place. We had planned to spend the next morning using the amenities, but instead had to find our own breakfast. The hotel should have been closed down for renovations. We would not stay there again.

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Sara

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rented room for the pool and it was closed down but property didn’t say anything about that until we came down and asked which way to the pool.

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Earl

18 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bar and pool were both closed

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Sarah

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is under construction. You can tell there has been issues since the flood a few years ago but they are working on things. My room was completely redone and very nice. The pool area or main area is very humid which causes a little smell. Channel guides would have been nice but that was the only inconvenience

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Cari

23 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, bit run down, bed comfy, pool was freezing couldnt use. Has great potential to be brought back to its glory days!!! Beautiful wood work thru out, pool area is amazing just not usable due to freezing water. Great for a cheaper over night stay, will stay again.

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Samantha

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was not open and in fact was flooding all over the main floor. Entire hotel smelled like sewer. Workers were vacuuming at 11pm. No food, kitchen was “under construction”. My key was shut off and I was locked out of my room. Hotel was very loud! When we left water was pouring from the ceiling! The doors to get into the building were not secure and they did not lock! You also had to carry all bags up the actual stairs, they had no elevators! SO trashy! DO NOT STAY HERE!

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Jennifer

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In the process of renovating. The room was clean overall, but the tv didn’t work to actually watch any shows. The hallways and our neighbors were extremely loud around 2:00am (no fault of the staff) but there is no soundproofing. There was no breakfast available at this time, and the heater in the pool was out. I am sure it will be much nicer when the work is done.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent: numerous reports cite dirty floors or linens, pests, unpleasant odors, and debris in common areas, though some renovated rooms were clean.

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Cerice

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The floor in our suite was so filthy my kids and toddlers socks were black within minutes of being at the hotel. The water in the pool was too cold, making it intolerable.

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Katy

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was not clean. There were stains on the comforter. The only way to describe this place is: polished turd. You could tell it had been painted recently, yet there were rusted out spots on the door frames. The towel rack was falling off the wall. The shower was disgusting and needed caulked. The door was not self-closing and it was located in a sketchy area, making me question my safety. It may have flooded recently as they had fans going throughout the main areas. The pool looked ok, but I didn't want to risk getting sick after seeing how dirty and not maintained the rest of the facility was. It was a neat building and could be amazing if someone gutted the place and started fresh.

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Roger

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the worst hotel that I have stayed in in the world. We checked in Sat 26 Jul 25 and out 28 Jul 2025. The common areas ( dinning area tables and floor, hallways and stair carpet) were not clean when we checked in and were not cleaned while we were there. Our room floor was so dirty that I would not walk on it barefooted, the bathroom door would not close and the blackout curtain was broken. The grounds and parking area had weeds, butts and trash all over. We will not be back. Roger Day

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Sarah

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is under renovation and in all honesty should not be open during the process. There is construction equipment and other items throughout the hotel. The outside of the hotel looks like the weeds, dirt, etc. haven't been touched in forever. When going to our room, the outside door to the hotel did not require a key, which is not safe. There was a bad storm and the rooms flooded and pool area backed up, leaving the pool closed. Unpleasant smell throughout the hotel (mold, damp). Our room was renovated and clean upon arrival. Staff did not take concerns into account and other people within our group did not get compensated for conditions of their room. The health department and code inspectors should be looking into this property!

2

abby

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were dirty.

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Angela

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures look nothing like the property. It has overgrown weeds taller than the building in the front and around the property. The room had crickets all over in it. I had to wear socks to walk around. It was dirty.

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Dana

7 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I saw a cockroach a few times on the bed. Had it not been 11pm at night, I would have asked to switch rooms.

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Nicholas

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The lock on the door to the room takes 10 times or more before it engaged and unlocked. the facility (inside) flooded due to high amounts of rain around the pool /bar area and the smell was terrible.

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Armando

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Horrible musty dusty with the curtains ripped and lamp broken I was able to get some pictures

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Christine

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms, comfortable beds.

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Rooms

Beds and pillows are comfortable, and some rooms are newly renovated with updated flooring and furniture. Several guests reported nonworking TVs, noise from halls or doors, dated or half-finished finishes, and cramped bathroom layouts.

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Joanna

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent accommodations for an overnight stay. The rooms and interior of the hotel were great. The outside looks like it’s seen better days, so the inside was a pleasant surprise.

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Peg

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Only real issue was the TV worked for about 10 min an then quit

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Teresa F

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was good and clean but you could hear everything from the outside

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Amanda

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Overall it was a great stay! I had my dog with me and he did a great job. The grounds have a lot of stickers that get stuck in dog feet with every step they take. It was difficult finding a good place for him to go to the bathroom. The bathroom did not have a fan, so we were stuck with the shower humidity. The doors don’t have a slow close on them and you will hear every door slam. The bedding was put on sideways, so when you wake up and your feet aren’t covered or you’re wrapped in a sheet… that’s why.

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Randy

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clearly an older building. Upgrades in process. New furniture (including bed) and floors. Need to add sound insulation and more trim.

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Augustine

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Newly renovated room. Clean, neat, and refreshing. The bathroom area is a little too small for this beautiful room.

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Tina

30 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The t v didn't work i tried the tv itself and the remote and still didnt work the pool was freezing the heat didnt warm the room

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Debra

28 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was great. everything was clean. I didn't like the transition from the bedroom into the bathroom. I tripped on it a couple of times.

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Christine

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms, comfortable beds.

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Derek

23 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Always have comfortable beds and pillows. Could use an upgrade on the showers

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Service

Service feedback is mixed: many guests praised friendly, helpful staff, while others faced long waits or absent front-desk support, unhelpful interactions, and refund/deposit frustrations.

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George

1 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very helpful and friendly staff. Accommodating to our family which was very appreciated!

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Antonio

27 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Employees were very nice and courteous. The hotel and facilities are nothing like the pictures. Had the employees not been so helpful during our incidents, we would have left for a different hotel.

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Judy

17 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly, very helpful.

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Aaron

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hotels.com allowed booking of a room the hotel did not even offer! Reserved a 2 bed suite with a pullout couch the hotel did not have such a room. The hotel change us to two standard rooms so 4 beds at no extra charge,

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Dawn

31 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They were remodeling the hotel, carpet torn up, pool not working, no breakfast and when we checked in we got charged $50 for deposit which was fine but then they charged us another $50 for the same thing. They say it does that with the system but they didn’t explain that at check in. The only real positive thing I can say is the lady that checked us in was super sweet and very friendly. She even gave our kids free fruit snacks. Was very disappointed there was nothing on the website saying they were remodeling.

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Kristina

7 Mar 2024

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We waited at the front desk for an hour before anyone showed up to check us in. We called the number listed multiple times and no one answered. If we hadn’t already paid for the reservation we would have walked out and not returned.

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Cathy

11 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No elevator. Room on second floor; hadn’t stayed in a 2+ level hotel without an elevator or given a first floor room. I have leg braces and use a cane; Clerk was rude and not accommodating. Staircase railing was unsteady and wobbly. 2 partial bottles of shampoo, no conditioner. A hairdryer with metal plate and screws was lying on the bathroom counter uninstalled…hazard. Coffee pot was too dirty to use. Overall, a negative experience. Won’t be using a Choice Hotel unless there is no choice!

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Holly Lynn

9 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice friendly check in was busy but people at counter were great

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Angie

9 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was the absolute worst experience I have ever had with a hotel stay! We checked in and left our things in room as my daughter wanted to check out the pool which was out of service! When we returned, my room key would not work, we tried several keys and finally the attendant tried the master key to learn it didn't work either. They needed to get a 'maintenance person' on site to fix door. We were locked out of our room with all of our stuff inside for over 2 hours!!! It was like we were being held hostage! I will never stay again nor will I recommend this place to anyone I care about!

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Brian

15 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Terri was amazing. She went above and beyond to make a wonderful stay. She’s courteous and pays attention to detail.

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Location

Exterior presentation is repeatedly criticized, with overgrown weeds, littered parking areas, and unsecured entry doors; a few guests felt uneasy about the surroundings.

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Roger

29 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This was the worst hotel that I have stayed in in the world. We checked in Sat 26 Jul 25 and out 28 Jul 2025. The common areas ( dinning area tables and floor, hallways and stair carpet) were not clean when we checked in and were not cleaned while we were there. Our room floor was so dirty that I would not walk on it barefooted, the bathroom door would not close and the blackout curtain was broken. The grounds and parking area had weeds, butts and trash all over. We will not be back. Roger Day

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Heidi

3 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Website very misleading! They were under renovation which was badly needed. Pool was under construction which we wanted to use. Room smelled. No phone to call front desk. Kitchen closed so no breakfast as advertised. Fan in bath broken. Had I not prepaid with no refund I would have cancelled and left! They also charged a pet fee that was not listed on Expedia site and a $50 incidental charge in case you damage something. The outside security door did not lock so anyone could enter the hotel and have access to rooms. Therefore the hotel was not a safe hotel. Very disappointed in this hotel don’t waste your $

2

Antonia

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

This property was completely unkept, overgrown weeds and no landscaping to be made inviting. The property felt unsafe to the back.

8

ann

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and bed was comfy. Breakfast was great. Outside needs a little tending to.

6

Joanna

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Decent accommodations for an overnight stay. The rooms and interior of the hotel were great. The outside looks like it’s seen better days, so the inside was a pleasant surprise.

8

Bonnie

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was very good bed comfort, cleanliness, staff The only thing is the exterior grounds needs lots of work. First impressions are importabt. But everything interior was just fine for price.

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Sarah

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel is under renovation and in all honesty should not be open during the process. There is construction equipment and other items throughout the hotel. The outside of the hotel looks like the weeds, dirt, etc. haven't been touched in forever. When going to our room, the outside door to the hotel did not require a key, which is not safe. There was a bad storm and the rooms flooded and pool area backed up, leaving the pool closed. Unpleasant smell throughout the hotel (mold, damp). Our room was renovated and clean upon arrival. Staff did not take concerns into account and other people within our group did not get compensated for conditions of their room. The health department and code inspectors should be looking into this property!

2

Lisa

2 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We cancelled our reservation upon arrival. Building is in desperate need of repairs. Lobby area is clean, however whe. You look around the corner there are boxes and crates stacked everywhere. Pool is not in working condition either. Staff was friendly and assisted me in canceling reservation. Our entire family felt disgusted upon arrival. First impressions last, and pulling up to this property was not the first impression one expected after seeing photos posted online. Landscape and lawn are are not high on list of priorities nor is building upkeep.

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Angela

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pictures look nothing like the property. It has overgrown weeds taller than the building in the front and around the property. The room had crickets all over in it. I had to wear socks to walk around. It was dirty.

2

Samantha

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool was not open and in fact was flooding all over the main floor. Entire hotel smelled like sewer. Workers were vacuuming at 11pm. No food, kitchen was “under construction”. My key was shut off and I was locked out of my room. Hotel was very loud! When we left water was pouring from the ceiling! The doors to get into the building were not secure and they did not lock! You also had to carry all bags up the actual stairs, they had no elevators! SO trashy! DO NOT STAY HERE!

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Dining

Dining is very limited during renovations: many guests report no breakfast despite advertising and closed bar/cafe, with one noting a health department closure. A few reviewers previously enjoyed breakfast when it was offered.

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Brian

10 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel changed ownership and is still terrible. It used to be one of the best hotels in town. Now it is a complete disaster. 3/4 of the main floor around the pool and bar were flooded. There hasn’t been a breakfast option in over a year. Can’t remember the last time the bar was open. Updates to rooms show little improvement and shoddy work at best.

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Anna

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I felt like it was a nice hotel. Was sad the Elephant Eye was closed. Even though they are renovating and updating our stay was amazing. Great customer services when checking in and out.

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ann

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was clean and bed was comfy. Breakfast was great. Outside needs a little tending to.

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LeeAnne

9 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was under construction. No breakfast.

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Michelle

12 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Don't eat at the cafe. It is not yummy.

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Marla

30 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was beginning a rehab, so the pool, sauna, lazy river, arcade and breakfast were not available, even though it was advertised as such. The outside of the hotel was very run down and the bath mat was wet, even though we didn't take a shower. We would like a full refund of the cost of the room since the hotel didn't deliver the amenities we were promised, since that is why we booked the room in the first place. We had planned to spend the next morning using the amenities, but instead had to find our own breakfast. The hotel should have been closed down for renovations. We would not stay there again.

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David

25 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There was no breakfast, even though advertised as have such. Was told they were under construction…but something could have been arranged, even voucher to a local close establishment. Room was nice. Outside and hallways need a lot of work.

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Debra

28 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was great. everything was clean. I didn't like the transition from the bedroom into the bathroom. I tripped on it a couple of times.

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Jennifer

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

In the process of renovating. The room was clean overall, but the tv didn’t work to actually watch any shows. The hallways and our neighbors were extremely loud around 2:00am (no fault of the staff) but there is no soundproofing. There was no breakfast available at this time, and the heater in the pool was out. I am sure it will be much nicer when the work is done.

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Gary

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No breakfast available because health department closed the kitchen two years ago. Parking lot was quite littered with refuse. The room itself was fine, clean and with all the essentials.

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Clarion Inn and Suites Convention Center Kearney

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