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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona

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Lobby
Pool
Free daily buffet breakfast
Coffee service
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2023 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 297 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

In shopping district.Stay at this Altoona hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 2 miles (3 km) of Outlets of Des Moines. Adventureland is within 6 miles (10 km) and Iowa State Fairgrounds is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Adventureland - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Casey's Center - 14 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. The business-friendly Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines also features a fitness center, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Convenience store
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (44 inch wide door)
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 1 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

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 cribs (infant beds)!

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Hotel Altoona
Comfort Inn Altoona

Frequently asked questions

How close is Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines to the airport?

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines is 23.1 mi (37-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 Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines on Nov 9, 2025 start from $94.76, 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 Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines.

Does Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offer free breakfast?

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (9-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines have a pool?

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines does not have a pool.

Does Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines to downtown Altoona?

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines is 1.2 mi away from Altoona.

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 468 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very poor. The pool isn’t working, the treadmill broke, the staff was unfriendly, one of our beds was broken. Not a nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

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

8/10 Good

Sophia

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I didn't like that the pool was out of service. They sent me to the Super 8 to swim. If I had wanted to swim at the Super 8 pool I would have booked our stay there and saved $50.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

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

8/10 Good

Mark, Germantown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fair option to staying at Prairie Meadows Casino - for the price. Food option ate decent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay. Room was very clean, but the room was a little small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin, Long Grove

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay passing through town. Hotel was clean and the room was just right. We’ve stayed here before and will definitely stay again when passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Desiree

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I arrived I was informed that I had an hour wait time for my already late check in because they only had 1 housekeeper. I wasn’t accommodated for my inconvenience either. The lock on my room was janky and the key card on most of the doors was visibly broken or damaged. The staff was polite but the mere fact that when I checked in there were 3 other ppl at the front and nobody went to go help the one housekeeper that had to get 3 floors of rooms ready for a sold out hotel was just ridiculous
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very over sized room and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great--it did it's job but I wish I had known that the pool was closed. We had 4 kids with us who were very excited to swim. The breakfast was good, although it ended a lot earlier than what we're used to at other hotels. The beds were great and the rooms were nice and big.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kenneth

Traveled with family

Call to make sure pool will be open

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was average about the room except the mattresses and pillows. They were very lumpy and hard,the pillows were the same. The staff was great,very convenient area to stay at but,will never stay again because of the bed and linens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Nice breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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