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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Adventureland

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Exterior
Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Indoor pool
Property amenity
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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460 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

In Altoona .Stay at this Altoona hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Outlets of Des Moines and 2 miles (3 km) of Adventureland. Cinemark Altoona and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Adventureland - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Casey's Center - 11 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

3-star hotel near Adventureland
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona also features a picnic area, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Tennis

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from April 11 2026 to April 12 2026 (dates subject to change).

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

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

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona to the airport?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is 19.5 mi (26-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 Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona on May 17, 2026 start from $123, 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona offer free breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona features an indoor pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona to downtown Altoona?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is 2.1 mi away from Altoona.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 596 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 596 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 596 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 596 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 596 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deborah Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, clean and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Acacia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Josh

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!! Comfy rooms and beds, absolutely great breakfast!!.. my only objections were the HVAC/Heating system I'm the pool room broke down and so the pool was absolutely freezing! Unfortunately this was disappointing to my kids.. and for some reason every time we had to go to and use the elevators both elevators either one were always really stinky like a sewer gas smell. Other then that A+ staff was very polite and the amenities were good. We just were a bit disappointed in the pool because it almost seems that every time our family takes a trip and books a hotel no matter the brand, there always seems to be something wrong with the hotel pool or some reason or another that we cannot use it or go swimming. Having a checkout time set for noon instead of the typical 10am checkout that most hotels require was a pleasant surprise. It was nice not to feel rushed to pack up everything and leave
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Craymond

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was great, rooms were clean but could use some maintenance.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jordan, Tama

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean room and nice new hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura, Center Point

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and bed and pillows were awesome!!! Water was always available and the staff was fabulous!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spotless room. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jason, Macomb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property was nice. I would rate higher if the pool and hot tub were not OVERRUN WITH KIDS. I intentionally booked this hotel because we had a very long drive. When we arrived the pool area was overrun and frankly DIRTY because of the people in there. They were eating pizza and had drinks all over the place. Kind of gross.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was fresh & tasty, room was very clean & comfortable. Check-in was very pleasant. The clerk was very welcoming & gracious
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Entire property very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley and Rick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely clean. All staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the double queen suit. Lots of room and great beds
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025