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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
Adventureland thrills await just minutes away, with Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino nearby. Convenient parking and on-site snacks make exploration easy.

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Travelers stay connected with in-room WiFi at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East while enjoying proximity to major attractions. The property's indoor pool offers a refreshing break after a day of excitement, and the on-site deli provides quick snacks between adventures.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Non-Smoking Room With 2 Queen Beds And Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Kitchen-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Guest Room With 1 Queen Bed And Roll-in Shower-Non-Smoking With Kitchen

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Located in Altoona, Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is near theme parks. Some of the area's popular attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Casey's Center or Iowa Events Center.
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3225 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area
    Iowa State Fairgrounds
    10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Adventureland
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cinemark Altoona
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    3 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    4 min drive
  • Culver's
    14 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Adventureland
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East provides amenities like laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A free casino shuttle, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

6 Moines East Altoona
Motel 6 Moines East Altoona
6 Altoona, Ia Des Moines East
Motel 6 Des Moines East Altoona
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Altoona
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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

As of 2026/2/10, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on 2026/2/24 start from NT$1,703, 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 Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East located?

Situated in Altoona, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cinemark Altoona and Adventureland. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Outlets of Des Moines are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

6.0

6.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

6.8

Staff & service

5.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 230 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 180 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 212 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, good shower. Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean room, nice bathroom, nice staff, amazing AC. good location. good tv channels
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes there is stuff near by great staff and it was nice and cool in there
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very nice and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very good stay. Hotel was recently updated and comfortable. Bot ice machines were malfunctioning during our stay, but staff made ice available on request to help alleviate the inconvenience. Great hotel for the price and we will be returning here next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place is neat and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Schyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was great the price is great and the staff are very friendly and polite nice place to rest and rejuvenate
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 Star Service

Made the reservation last minute. Staff got me a room downstairs near the rear exit. Was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness

not that bad, clean with a few issues

room was clean and in a good location, the refrigerator was missing from the room, the tv was damaged and the pool was not open, but it was not expensive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was great, they were very nice and answered any questions we had. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff comfortable good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to many things to do. Good place to rest and refresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is always nice to me. It is a good place to stay and there are lots of nearby options for food etc
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, close to things to do and nearby food options. I believe the pool is open again, but I have not tried it out yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to rest
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here pretty regularly, and have not had a bad experience yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly; property was mediocre at best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall decent place to rest and relax. Many nearby options for most anything you want to do, the area is not really walking friendly however. The staff is always friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is decent place to rest and clean up. It is not realy walking friendly though. Many things nearby too do. Wish they would re-open the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
i'm disapointed that this place can charge a competitive rate but do not offer even a small breakfast and most of the time no coffee is availlable. however, the staff is very friendly and this motel is convenient to the truck stop. the rooms are beautiful and always clean .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Same things as my last review. I like the staff here.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024