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Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

2.5 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Altoona hotel

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Lobby
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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300 34th Avenue NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Bathtub - Disability Access/Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking/Disability Access

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Sofabed, Microwave and Refrigerator, Work Desk, Whirlpool

  • Sleeps 4

King Room with Sofabed

  • Sleeps 4

Larger Two Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

In shopping district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Altoona hotel, you'll find Outlets of Des Moines and Cinemark Altoona. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Altoona Dog Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cinemark Altoona - 1 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Enjoy free breakfast at this Altoona hotel
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Best Western Plus Altoona Inn also features multilingual staff, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Altoona hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offers 85 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Dec 15 - Dec 16
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Altoona Inn to the airport?

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn is 13.9 mi (22-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn on Jan 4, 2026 start from $67.86, 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.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offers free full breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn have a pool?

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn features an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Altoona Inn to downtown Altoona?

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn is 1.6 mi away from Altoona.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 698 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 698 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 698 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 698 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 698 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Earl

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There wasn't a exhaust fan in the bathroom resulting in the entire ceiling to have Black Mold I reported it to management along with a video I was moved to another room the clerk at the front desk said that she would send a message to her manager to see about compensation for the first night's stay when I checked out I inquired about the situation and was told that she had not heard back from her manager as of now no one has reached out to talk to me
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful friendly staff, good rate, good breakfast. Clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prudan

We were satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really nice clean place and had dining options just a short walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Guillermo

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

Traveled with family
The pool was filthy. Kids smelled like feet & we made them get out immediately. Manager was great tho. Other staff seemed not so caring.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Avoid at all cost. While the overall stay met what's expected for a 2-3 star hotel, the overall service was horrible. Booked through Expedia which was smooth. When checking in, was asked for a credit card to cover possible incidentals. This is typical and expected. Had a reasonable stay, checked-in and out on time and didn't incur any expenses. However, the $200 deposit was charged anyway. Called the hotel to resolve the situation and was transferred to the "Owner". This had to be the rudest person I've spoken with in years. I've read other reviews saying this about this person as well. This is one phone call I wish I would have recorded. He was very aggressive and argumentative. Consistently spoke over me and overall treated me with distain. When I asked him his name, all he would say is "Front Desk". He would not even share his name or acknowledge he was the owner. He said they didn't see a charge from the hotel to my credit card. When I tried to say the charge from the hotel had already been posted to my account, he cut me off and said there is no charge. While they are attempting to apply credit, we'll see what happens. If the credit comes through, great, but I've never treated with such distain from a business in my life Overall, you have many hotel options in this area. I stayed here because other members of my family stayed here. Will never do it again and I recommend you find another place to stay besides the Best Western in Altoona, IA.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great except we had someone from the hotel walk into our room at 3 am.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

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

6/10 Okay

April

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Customer service was not very good. area outside (outdoors) was not kept up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was ok. They didn’t have towels or washcloths when we went to get fresh ones on the second day, room ran out of toilet paper and after waiting at the desk for 5 minutes with nobody responding I gave up and used the tissues. Requested a late check out and at 11am housekeeping was knocking on the door and didn’t speak any English to tell them, we had to use a translator app. Also was charged double for my stay and I am working on fixing it. Not sure if it was Expedia mistake or the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

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

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Good Sleep

Room was comfy - bed was great - breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights in the jacuzzi king bed suite. The jacuzzi didn’t work, we notified the morning staff that next morning and were told we’d be properly compensated or that it’d be fixed. No one did either, the whole reason for booking the jacuzzi suite that costs substantially more was for the jacuzzi to work. Unfortunately we left this morning at 10 am and the manager of the hotel still hasn’t attempted to make this right. Your replies everything in this life, unfortunately in this situation is integrity for the hotel and it’s management. I don’t recommend staying here at this time at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Faucet in the tub was broken and sprayed water everywhere. Otherwise an okay stay. I did appreciate the coffee machine!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025