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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Living History Farms in Urbandale

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Exterior
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Interior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8789 Plum Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Place, IHS-Iowa Health Systems
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Urbandale

In Urbandale .You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Living History Farms and 9 miles (15 km) of Drake University. Jordan Creek Town Center is within 9 miles (15 km) and Hoyt Sherman Place is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • IHS-Iowa Health Systems - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 9 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Drake University - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min drive - 11.4 miles
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Hotel near Living History Farms in Urbandale
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG also features a vending machine, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This Urbandale hotel is smoke free.

  • 93 guestrooms or units
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG offers 93 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Urbandale hotel provides complimentary wired and 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 blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • 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.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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 Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG is 20.1 mi (29-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 Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

As of Apr 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG on Apr 19, 2026 start from $112, 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 Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG to downtown Urbandale?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG is 2.2 mi away from Urbandale.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 747 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean, FIRESTONE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Quiet..but Could use some oil on the bathroom door hinges. Door also could be adjusted to close easier but really not a big deal. We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff that we interracted with was excellent, the room was great, and parking was convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shauna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Daren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was clean and neat and quiet. The only negative was the swimming pool was freezing! We are staying there again at Christmas and I hope they get it warmer before then!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Princeton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean love the Dove toiletries the guy who checked us in was awsome!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pool and hot tub were maintained well and open for once
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janae

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

SETSUKO

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Many choices for breakfast near and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that there is always hot breakfast options. Also, the staff is always watching to see what foods need stocked so the wait is never long. Staff is always friendly, rooms are quiet and clean, beds are perfect! These are some of my favorite reasons why we choose Holiday Inn Express! ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean. Water was hot. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast area was clean and well stocked. Only slight issue we had was some of the outlets in the room did not work
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room were clean and the breakfast was great parking was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

dzevida, chicago

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes a lot of free places to park, breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Multiple stays here, never disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff, clean and comfortable, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025