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Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
Motel near Adventureland in Altoona

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster
Reception
Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Altoona
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
3.0 out of 5, 1,000 reviews
$60 nightly
The price is $67
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

About the neighborhood

Altoona

In Altoona .You'll find Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Outlets of Des Moines within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Also, Altoona Dog Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Adventureland is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cinemark Altoona - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Adventureland in Altoona
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Altoona motel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers 40 accommodations with air conditioning. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

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

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
3.8 out of 5, Good, 1,000 reviews
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Jan 24 - Jan 25
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
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, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East to the airport?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is 20.1 mi (36-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 Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

As of Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on Jan 28, 2026 start from $64.07, 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 Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East.

Does Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offer free breakfast?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (19-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

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

Is there free parking at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have a pool?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East features an indoor pool.

Does Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East to downtown Altoona?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is 1.7 mi away from Altoona.

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 455 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super helpful and the rooms are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle, Des Moines

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a big disappointment and I wouldn’t recommend booking a room here. The hallways were dirty and looked as if they hadn’t been vacuumed. There were stains on the carpet and the pool was closed, which was annoying considering that’s why I picked a hotel with a pool. On the website it states there was a coffee pot in the rooms which wasn’t the case, there also wasn’t a blow dryer for convenience. The beds were uncomfortable and I didn’t like the back door entrance didn’t require a key card to get into the building. Literally anyone could get in the hotel. Trying to save money and staying at a cheaper rate isn’t always the best idea. Next time I visit Des Moines I plan on staying somewhere cleaner/safer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Seen a cockroach in the bathroom floor !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bashir

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than expected

The room was spacious, clean and neat. The furniture was new but the chairs weren't very comfy. We liked the kitchenette with the large refrigerator. The inside of the hotel was good but the outside was trashy, I saw lots off cigarette butts, beer cans and paper trash around the building. The outside door had key readers but were opened without the keycard. The room was much nicer than most econo hotels and the price was right. If you are just passing through, it's ok.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a shame that no effort is made to the exterior, trash, etc. since the inside was in good condition and the room was like new.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

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

10/10 Excellent

katie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elmer

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I didn't like was the fact the lighting was poorly done in the main area of the room. The only lighting you have is the little lights by the bed. Their just barely enough light from them to see the bed and other furniture.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth(Katie)

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandrya, Sioux City

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very clean, walking distance to Adventureland. Right next to a gas station and close to interstate. Staff was able to provide extra pillows upon request.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scotty

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cindy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expedia should remove this hotel. It was the worst. Bedding was very old towels were like shop rags. Felt unsafe. Needs to be torn down. Wish we could get our money back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ceryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was run down, the room smelled like mildew and was super humid and gross feeling in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean. The rest of the property was dirty and in disrepair. Pool was out of service, gutter was hanging off the building, hallway carpet was nasty. They were low on pillows and towels. Was far below expectations for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025