Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
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Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Room amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    4 min drive
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    5 min drive
  • Copper Creek Golf Course
    12 min drive
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    37 min drive

Room options

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed - twin
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Altoona

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from Outlets of Des Moines. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. 840 square feet (78 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Altoona hotel include Adventureland and Toad Valley Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 4 min drive
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 5 min drive
  • Adventureland - 5 min drive
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 840 square feet (78 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 840 sq ft of conference space
  • 78 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel offers 80 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This Altoona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • 840 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2007

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel on 6 Oct 2024 start from AU$162.24, including 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 parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel has a free self car park.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

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

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 563 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 563 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well taken care of
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Craig, West Burlington

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Expedia boned me on price My key didn't work at one point TV didn't work Window leaked and dripped through the night. Could hear everything my neighbors said.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing not to like. Great place to stay, hope to be back next year
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in man was very quick and answered all my questions even with ID issues but was able to verify my information no issue. Excellent extra information provided since we had two kids. Loved it :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leroy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would stay here again
Our room was clean and comfortable, and the continental breakfast was good! Staff was available and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rates and great room. Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice building and staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roiann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Road trip stop 👍
Hotel check in Friendly man Elevator did not work he offered to carry bags to second floor Good , professional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J

Travelled with partner
Good breakfast. Bed and pillows very soft!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024