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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona

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A reception area with a wooden wall, a reception desk, and seating with red chairs.
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.
A hotel reception area with a counter, coffee machine, and various amenities.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.
A gym with cardio machines, a weight bench, and a mirror.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2023 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

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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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two lamps.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 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 Adventureland. Outlets of Des Moines is within 2 miles (3 km) and Iowa State Fairgrounds is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Cinemark Altoona - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Adventureland - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Altoona Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive

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 on-site 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
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 20.5 mi (31-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 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines on Nov 15, 2026 start from $85, 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.

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. 313 out of 546 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 546 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 546 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 546 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 546 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed the stay, recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and breakfast was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the rooms were nice for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. With a great bed. Check-in was was easy with great staff. Would definitely plan to stay again at another time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean room. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property to stay at if you are going to the races or casino. The hotel at Prairie Meadows is a little pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel has been there a while and even with the casino across the street, it's like it's brand new
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
T T
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was eggs, biskets and gravey, sasuage links , yogurt, waffles, apple oranges snd pastries , ceral , toast and hard boiled eggs. Freah and tasted hood. Room was clean air conditioning worked and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
No pool for over a year but was not noted on their site. Pool next door was also broken. Rooms were clean and nice. Breakfast was ok. Went right at the start and hot food was just warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel/room was clean. Staff was helpful and friendly. Pool was unavailable which was a bummer but could use pool at next door hotel if wanted. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Altoona hotel

Nice hotel in altoona
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Door to room didn’t lock, pool was out of order and fridge leaked. Overall it was sufficient and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice hotel for the night in between of destinations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay for short trip staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very well taken care of comfortable and quiet great staff good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Nice quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice hotel and the staff we're great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was very clean but smelled musty and was very damp feeling. Also beware of the entry doors here to the rooms. Both our door and a neighboring door did not close without pulling or pushing shut. The doors need adjustment to close properly. These were the only issues we experienced. It ecentually is a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Wonderful staff but the building and rooms need to be updated and my lamp and vanity in bathroom so much rust. And my room was damp and musty. Ac didnt work correctly. Loud above on 3rd floor
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026

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