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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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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Room amenity
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
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

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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 - twin
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 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

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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 - twin
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
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 - twin
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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 - twin
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 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
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Located in Altoona, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG is in the suburbs and near the airport. Copper Creek Golf Course and Toad Valley Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Iowa Events Center or Iowa Speedway.
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Map
165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Adventureland - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 15 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Scooter's Coffee - ‬3 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 front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, an elevator, and free newspapers
  • 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

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 Sept 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG on Oct 5, 2025 start from CA $131.39, 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 at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 426 out of 704 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 704 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 704 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 704 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 704 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

Jasmine

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

Heather

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

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

Jack

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

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

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

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

Zuleyma

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

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot but noisy guest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathroom had a crack in the shower and a crack in the floor. Room was nice but bathroom needs work.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 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

Paul E

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

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sofa bed was uncomfortable because it was grinding a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well run.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Great overall one night stay

Clean, comfortable stay, beds were great with plenty of great pillows, breakfast was good quality and well stocked, easy access and ample parking, location perfect for the occasion
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendy and helpful. The room and common areas were clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

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

Great place to meet with friends

Great stay, comfortable beds, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

KWAMIVI

Please note that the room needs to be reviewed before handing over the keys. There was a fly already inside waiting when I arrived.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025