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4.5 out of 5

"Customer service was excellent. We were bummed that the hot tub wasn't working. If we would have known that, we wouldn't have stayed here. We also fou ... " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 26 Sep 2022

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Hotel Description

Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona

Close to airport

You'll find Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Outlets of Des Moines within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Adventureland is within 6 miles (10 km) and Copper Creek Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km).

Free perks

This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the spa tub and free perks like buffet breakfast and free self parking.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$108* Per night/room Apr 28 - Apr 29

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Suite, Multiple Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 7 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Standard Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel ratings based on 8 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel

Everyone (6) Family (2)
5 out of 5

Posted by , from COLORADO SPRINGS on Sep 17, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 16, 2023 by Lori

Thank you!

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 18, 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

Aug 23, 2023 by Lori

Thank you!

4 out of 5
Customer service was excellent. We were bummed that the hot tub wasn't working. If we would have known that, we wouldn't have stayed here. We also found a dirty sock in our room that wasn't ours.

Posted by , from Mason City on Sep 26, 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

Oct 20, 2022 by Lori

I apologize for the issues. We hope you will stay again.

5 out of 5

Posted by on Aug 22, 2021

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5 out of 5

Posted by on Nov 11, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Nov 12, 2019 by Lori

Thank you!

5 out of 5
Close to amusement park. Breakfast was great! Thank you!

Posted by on Sep 3, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Sep 3, 2019 by Lori

We are happy you had a great stay with us! We hope to see you again.

4 out of 5

Posted by on Jun 10, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

Jun 10, 2019 by Lori

Thank you

3 out of 5
I loved the location. I disliked the lack of cleanliness of the room.

Posted by on May 28, 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

May 29, 2019 by Lori

Hello, I do apologize for the lack of cleanliness in your room. I do hope you will give us another chance.

About the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel

Location 165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA 50009

Property Features

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, a spa 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, an IHG Hotel 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel 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.

  • HD television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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 available
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at 2:00 AM
  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 fire extinguisher, 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Smoke detector
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities onsite
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available to guests
  • Masks are available to guests
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Gloves are available to guests
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • No gap period between guest stays

Hotel Names

  • Holiday Inn Express Altoona-Des Moines
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You should know

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.