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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Room amenity
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

Close to airport.You'll find Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Adventureland within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Outlets of Des Moines is within 3 miles (5 km) and Copper Creek Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Adventureland - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 15 min drive - 12.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 840 square feet (78 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG also features coffee/tea in a common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 840 sq ft of conference space
  • 78 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offers 80 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

This Altoona hotel provides 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 blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG is 24.1 mi (35-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 Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG on Jun 10, 2025 start from $122.0, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG features an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG to downtown Altoona?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG is 1.6 mi away from Altoona.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 390 out of 641 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 641 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 641 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 641 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 641 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Hot Tub was very small otherwise our room was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good, clean safe place to stay. I only have one complaint. Too strong air freshener or deodorizer smell. Not good for people with allergies.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The elevator broke and my accessible room was on the 2nd floor. The hotel had no plan for how to get me down to first floor for complimentary breakfast or to check out. Terrible service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This day was good but the breakfast was a little lackluster
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janci

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kendall

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room were nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

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

10/10 Excellent

Kris

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

Great place to meet with friends

Great stay, comfortable beds, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Elevator out of order

First day there. The elevator wouldnt come down to the first floor unless it was sent down by someone up stairs. So we had to walk up stairs. Normally i wouldnt mind but hubby had knee replacement surgery and its hard for him . The next morning they did put up a elevator out of order sign up .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

8/10 Good

Jessica, Belmont

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

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Nice Stay

Very Nice Hotel. Convenient Parking. Comfy bed and nice black out curtains. Breakfast was good. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a good stop over during a road trip here. The room was clean, comfy, everything we needed. The breakfast was also good, as always.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Darrin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Everett

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room updates are awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024