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

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines offers a perfect relaxation spot after exploring nearby attractions. Travelers can unwind in the spa tub, enjoy the indoor pool, connect with free WiFi, work out in the 24-hour gym, and shop without leaving the property.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NT$2,964
NT$3,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Located close to Adventureland and Outlets of Des Moines, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, shopping on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Free newspapers, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 43-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Free infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and heating

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includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 840 square feet of conference space
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 5:00 AM to midnight
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:00 AM–midnight.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

As of 2025/11/20, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG on 2025/11/30 start from NT$2,964, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in 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.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Adventureland, and Outlets of Des Moines. Copper Creek Golf Course and Toad Valley Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

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

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 733 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 733 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 733 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 733 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 733 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hans William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, beds incredibly comfortable and the staff were pleasant and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy overnight stay! Clean room and comfortable bed. Take out containers available at breakfast. Pool open late.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

natallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly! Check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A+. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price for the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

It was just okay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome staff and hotel was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
overall was a great experience. recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very clean. Pool area was clean as well....but the hot tub was not working all weekend. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything we needed. Property was clean and the included breakfast was a good way to start our days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Easy in and out, clean room, good hot shower, and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and close to AdventureLand. Room was clean and bed was very comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Nice stay

Ours was an overnight stay while traveling. The bed and room were comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to interstate, pleasant front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was a grab and go, but still had different choices, especially for those who are picky.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy staying at Holiday Inn Express hotels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing. Clean qùiet good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Love Holiday Inn Express
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025