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Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Outlets of Des Moines

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Terrace/patio
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Front of property
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
480 Bass Pro Dr NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Shower)

  • 515 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Accessible, Bathtub (2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed)

  • 515 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 330 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room (2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed)

  • 398 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Specialty)

  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (With Shower)

  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Outlets of Des Moines and 2 miles (3 km) of Adventureland with a stay here. Also, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is within 3 miles (5 km) and Iowa State Fairgrounds is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Adventureland - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3-star hotel near Outlets of Des Moines
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines also features a terrace, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2020
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with twin sofa beds. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

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 buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and a smoke detector
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • 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

Hyatt Place Altoona Des Moines
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Hotel
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Altoona
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines to the airport?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines is 20 mi (30-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offer free breakfast?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines have a pool?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines features an indoor pool.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines to downtown Altoona?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines is 2.2 mi away from Altoona.

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 791 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 791 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 791 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 791 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 791 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

andrew

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

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacee

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dashty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Quiet and hustle free
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa, Cresco

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

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

8/10 Good

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel was very nice, breakfast was great! I would give more stars if possible
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly, Fond du Lac

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

marty

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

Great place- Great staff

Great stay. Very nice hotel with great staff. Devon at check in was courteous and fun to talk to.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in town for funeral , the room was large and comfortable, great breakfast, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy check in, close to everything, very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Meeting Family

The hotel was lovely. Very clean, both in the rooms and in the common areas. The bed was quite comfy as well. Loved the walk in shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

lesa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

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

A great place to stay!

A comfortable stay, I needed rest and I got it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce E. Nielson

Liked: Amenities
Great location, and facilities were amazing. Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024