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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

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Relax by the pool, surrounded by a tiled floor and lounge chairs.
Relax in a serene space with a comfortable sofa, a neatly made bed, and a desk for work.
La Quinta hotel features a striking entrance with a flat roof and glass windows.
Relax in style with plush sofas and armchairs, a flat-screen TV, and a vibrant rug.
Welcome to LA QUINTA, where a beautifully designed reception area sets the tone for a memorable stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NT$2,847
NT$3,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18

Room options

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Two single beds with white bedding and a decorative headboard, a flat-screen TV, and a small desk.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(161 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Two single beds with white bedding and a decorative headboard, a flat-screen TV, and a small desk.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(114 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

Relax in a clean and functional space with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy reading nook.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

Relax in a clean and functional space with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy reading nook.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Adventureland - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Casey's Center - 14 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive

About this property

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Located close to Adventureland, La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines provides free self-serve breakfast, a free manager's reception, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A banquet hall, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A computer station, 1 meeting room, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, overall value, and helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and room service. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Hair dryers and shampoo
  • 46-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
18 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the fitness facility with adult supervision

Property is also known as

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Altoona
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

As of 2025/8/9, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines on 2025/8/17 start from NT$2,847, excluding 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 La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines pet-friendly?

Yes, La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and within 9 mi (15 km) of Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Iowa State Capitol Building and Casey's Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1027 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1561 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1561 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a perfect sleep stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean stay, good breakfast, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kids loved the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy check-in, let friendly, clean room with beautiful bathroom! Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Nice hotel, very clean and quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. We stay here every year in May.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newer property in great condition; Tonja was very nice at the front desk .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled good!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and we were able to get a roll away bed at no extra cost which was nice. The breakfast was a hot breakfast with biscuit and gravy, sausages, eggs, and of course a waffle maker.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable large room...We hsd our dog who was also very comfortable..Good location...Good staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BREANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and close to Adventureland..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were top notch, friendly, helpful and so kind!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

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

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly spaces
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Denice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a good experience! Property is in decent shape with some maintenance underway on the 4th floor. Clean rooms and nice staff. For the weekly rate, it was worth the cost, but can’t attest to weekend rates. We would come back again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025