Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Suburban hotel with indoor pool, near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

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Exterior
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Room amenity
Close to Adventureland and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines is your haven for relaxation. Unwind in the spa tub or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool. With free WiFi, a 24-hour gym, shopping on site, you'll feel right at home.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
£81
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Tech

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Room amenity

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Cinemark Altoona - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Adventureland - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Altoona Dog Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG puts you within a 15-minute drive of Adventureland and Casey's Center. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, or visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout. Fellow travellers like the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space (840 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2007
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LCD TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 5:00 AM to midnight

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Altoona-Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Altoona-Des Moines
Altoona Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Altoona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona - Des Moines Iowa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines
Express Suites Altoona s Moin
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5:00 AM to midnight.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good, with plenty of fresh food and a clean area. (21 reviews)
  • The pool and hot tub area was well kept and a great place for kids to enjoy. (5 reviews)
  • The hot tub was great and a highlight for kids who loved it. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean. Friendly staff, excellent hot breakfast buffet. Easy to get to and quiet night.
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Jasmine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay

Front desk staff were nice. Room was clean. Hotel was quiet. Hotel was easy to find. Breakfast was good.
Crystal Bunge, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable room and very quiet. Breakfast was ok not great.
Dave, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good price for the hotel!
kay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome staff and hotel was very clean
Ashlee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We come for the Hereford cattle show at the Iowa State Fair every year and always stay at the Holiday Inn and Suites in Altoona. It’s the best!!!
Catherine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

overall was a great experience. recommended!
jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was very clean. Pool area was clean as well....but the hot tub was not working all weekend. Breakfast was very good.
Mark, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to everything we needed. Property was clean and the included breakfast was a good way to start our days.
Ivan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Easy in and out, clean room, good hot shower, and breakfast!
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good stay
Jack, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay

Ours was an overnight stay while traveling. The bed and room were comfortable and very clean.
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and close to AdventureLand. Room was clean and bed was very comfy
Allison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean & Comfortable hotel. Nice breakfast, nice indoor pool that was open til midnight. Great location, right off interstate, close to Adventureland, Casino & Outlet Mall. Will definitely stay here next time were in town.
Stacie, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location to interstate, pleasant front desk staff
Courtney, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was a grab and go, but still had different choices, especially for those who are picky.
Marissa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were extremely clean and beds were very comfortable! It looks as though it was recently updated because it looked brand new! Great stay!!
Craig, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was amazing. Clean qùiet good breakfast
Cheryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always enjoy staying at Holiday Inn Express hotels.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I Love Holiday Inn Express
Paul E, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice spot but noisy guest
Timothy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable
Zuleyma, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and the beds comfortable. The breakfast area was clean and the food was good and hot. We had a great time.
Martha, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

We loved our stay and were very happy with all the amenities. Very nice and clean. Walls are pretty thin and it can be loud at times would be the only negative thing I have to say! I would stay here again though!!
Megan, 2-night trip