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Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Art Deco hotel with indoor pool

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Courtyard
Indoor pool
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
2502 SE Tones Dr, Ankeny, IA, 50021
  • Adventureland
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | 1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ankeny

Near the airport.Stay at this Ankeny hotel and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Outlets of Des Moines and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Adventureland - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 12 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Drake University - 15 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

3.5-star Art Deco hotel with indoor pool
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, a meeting room, and coworking spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1001 square feet (93 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Ankeny hotel is smoke free.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 1001 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2018
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

This Ankeny 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 complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel crib

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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • TV 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Best Western Premier Hotel
Best Western Premier Ankeny
Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny
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Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel to the airport?

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel is 15.9 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 Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

As of Jun 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel on Jul 23, 2025 start from $111.6, 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 Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel offer free breakfast?

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel offers free breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel to downtown Ankeny?

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel is 2.3 mi away from Ankeny.

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 716 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 716 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 716 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 716 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 716 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, large tv. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

Modern and clean.

Great updated property. Very modern and clean. Room was quite big. Breakfast was better than normal. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jered

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very poor lighting above the sink
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warming upon entering! Loved the bed, very relaxing stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great spot for a quick overnight stay. Easy access to I-35 and the room was nice, comfortable and warm. Breakfast was good too! They had it al decorated for Christmas which was a great touch. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brookelyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pretty on the inside and great rooms that were clean. Staff were very nice. Only complaint, the water took FOREVER to warm up.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room without any issues. Was exactly what was needed for the quick stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very surprised on this hotel. Rooms very very clean staff great and just enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

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

Our Trip

Passing thru on our road trip, everything was fine, but be nice to have more handy cap parking stalls.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access. Enjoyable outdoor space.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Janelle

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The floor was not clean - had not been vacuumed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay and appreciated the helpful and friendly staff very much! The decor inside the hotel and by the water is lovely and very well maintained. Although I didn’t have a chance to try breakfast, they had a good variety of options and the prices were very reasonable. I would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are accommodating and friendly. Rooms are clean, possibly recently updated. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very clean, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024