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Cardinal Inn & Event Center

2.5 star property

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Reception hall
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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2588 State Hwy 14, Albion, NE, 68620
  • Place, Boone County Courthouse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ben Bowman Kiwanis Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Boone County Raceway
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About this property

Cardinal Inn & Event Center

A bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe and a microwave in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a meeting room, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk.
Cardinal Inn & Event Center offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Cardinal Inn & Event Center. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention centre and within walking distance of Ben Bowman Kiwanis Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a bar are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a meeting room and a computer
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 12 minutes on foot from Ben Bowman Kiwanis Park and a 1-minute drive from Boone County Courthouse
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Cardinal Inn & Event Center. Free self parking is available.

This Albion hotel is smoke free.

Christo's Pub – On-site pub. Happy hour is offered.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Christo's Pub

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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 hallways
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 25

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 25

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Cardinal Inn Event Center Albion

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Cardinal Event Center

Cardinal & Event Center Albion

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Cardinal Inn & Event Center Albion

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Cardinal Inn & Event Center Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 307 out of 458 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 458 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 458 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 458 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 458 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, the staff was courteous and the bar prices were wonderful! Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann Dacia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean, spacious and beds were COMFORTABLE. Staff was very nice and helpful. Will definitely stay here again .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a clean and friendly stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was excellent and clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was very good . Many options. Will stay next time in area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the overall stay was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY NICE PLACE TO STAY.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Single overnight for a family visit, we really were just there to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was top notch from check in to check out!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. Friendly staff. Decent breakfast. Has a bar in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is super friendly. I stayed on a Sunday night and it was very quiet to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kim.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Parking was easy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Keep up the good work
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely updated,clean, good breakfast, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, clean motel with friendly and accommodating staff in a nice small town. Second stay in two years and both times were fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, newer property and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this motel! We stay here twice a year, and it never disappoints. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The rooms are always clean and well kept. We especially love the lobby bar! Great drinks and atmosphere. We look forward to our stay here every time we are in Albion visiting family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025