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Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Property class: 2.5
Motel near Adventureland in Altoona

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A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a shower area.
A compact hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a black refrigerator.
A row of vending machines with various beverages and snacks, including Aquafina water, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Coca-Cola.
A residential building with a covered patio and a small gazebo.
A reception desk with a computer, a phone, and a small shelf.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted heater.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

In Altoona .You'll find Cinemark Altoona and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Outlets of Des Moines and Altoona Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cinemark Altoona - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Casey's Center - 12 min drive - 11.8 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
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Adventureland in Altoona
As a guest of Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. 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, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • 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

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 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
  • Phone

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

  • 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 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

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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 Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on Nov 2, 2026 start from $84, 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 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 does not have a 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

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 600 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 114 out of 600 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 600 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 600 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 107 out of 600 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Deceiving pictures, broken pool, the hotel is in destitution.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Decent bed, crappy pillows. Dirty!! Not as pictured on line. Deceiving Property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

The place was clean and simple and the concierge very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place looked so bad, that I decided not to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Walls were very thin and the hallways smelled like weed but other then that, a good choice for a cheap hotel. I appreciated everything provided in the room, a stove, full fridge, toaster, microwave and other appliances.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
My room was clean and was all I needed. The stairways and hallways were in need of small repairs and a good cleaning. The outside areas could also use some maintenance and cleaning. Overall for the money, it was okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice and clean but hallways were not and they smelled terribly of marijuana.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great prices, decent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was fairly clean, but the floors could use a bit more attention, things stuck to the tile that could have been removed. Shower had a small leak. It is still a great hotel for the value and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
The room itself was nice, however the door to the bathroom barely shut, there were screws on the bathroom floor, there was no coffee pot in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
smelled bad, weird people staying there, and dirty stairs and hallways decent room other then that, sheets need to be washed better and room smelled
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad outside of the property on the backside is terrible always smell terrible and are very hot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & Great location and cheap !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super helpful and the rooms are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not such a good experience, both the rooms and the place in general were dirty with poor hygiene, and the staff who attended me was not with a proper attitude
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No package cart
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
The housekeeping staff was always in top of things! Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Save yourself! This hotel is terrible. Dirty, run down and smells. I wasn’t expecting much but this was unacceptable. Didn’t even stay. Went and found another hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms weren't clean, food on tables and floors. Night staff not friendly, dont waste your time. Motel 8 is much nicer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We walked into a room that had not been cleaned. We had no bedding & moldy towels on the floor. I’d pass.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fire alarm beeped all night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Kitchen had what we needed, i ended up boiling water in their pot for some tea. The room was nice, or atleast what i expect for the price. The people were a little sketchy but can't completely blame the hotel for that. I had booked one room for me and my husband and another for my nephews family with a dog, pets stay free was the big perk in this affordable hotel. Had to walk up stairs to the room though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom door wasn't on hinges and broken. Toilet seat needed to be tightened. Microwave was dirty.had to clean before we could use it. None of the dishes were clean .Pool was closed and gave off a nasty odor. People parting in parking lot at all hours of the night. Smell of weed throught the hall ways..Do not recommend !!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026

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