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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this Ankeny hotel

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Indoor pool
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
2602 SE Creekview Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50021
  • Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ankeny

In Ankeny .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ankeny hotel, you'll find Des Moines Area Community College and Ankeny Dog Park. Woodland Hills Golf Course and Margo Frankel Woods State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 9 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Adventureland - 11 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Enjoy free breakfast at this Ankeny hotel
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines also features coffee/tea in a common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and an elevator. Self parking is free.
  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offers 56 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

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). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Exterior

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

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 parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • 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.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Ankeny
Comfort Inn Hotel Ankeny
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Ankeny Comfort Inn
Comfort Inn Ankeny Moines Hotel
Comfort Inn Moines Hotel
Comfort Inn Ankeny Moines
Comfort Inn Moines
Comfort Inn Ankeny Des Moines
Comfort Inn Ankeny Des Moines
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines to the airport?

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines is 15.7 mi (28-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 Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines on Jun 22, 2025 start from $75.65, 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 Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines.

Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines have a pool?

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines features an indoor pool.

Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines to downtown Ankeny?

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines is 2.4 mi away from Ankeny.

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 297 out of 654 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 654 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 654 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 654 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 654 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kitisak

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kitisak

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CANDY, webster city

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Doug

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bed was very uncomfortable. Could hear people and tv in rooms next to us. Bugs in the bathroom. Mild on the grout.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Musty smell in the hallways and elevator. Dirty towel left hanging behind the bathroom door from previous customers. Area outside near doors was littered with trash that had obviously been there for some time. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Had people walking the parking lot looking in peoples cars.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to our destination
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

michel

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

2/10 Terrible

Martha, Hopkins

Traveled with family
I failed to buy travel insurance since we were only going 3 hours away. A winter storm and fender bender prevented us from getting to our destination. I asked the hotel if they could make an exception, they said maybe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Michael

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

No respect given

Staff was terrible and unavailable. Desk was unattended and the number given to call was also unanswered. Was locked out of my room for several hours. Please stay somewhere else.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Amazing staff!

I travel a couple times a month and this is one of my favorite spots. They have a great breakfast and the staff is the nicest, friendliest people I have ever seen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place id stay again ! Beds were comfortable one but was just squeaky but yet comfort toliet ran the whole time we were there! But overall very clean and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Tammer

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

not the worst but not the best

it was not a bad stay. but when i took a shower there was barely any water pressure then I go to get a towel unfold it and it was dirty. not stains but actually been used and refolded and put back. it was gross. I did complain to the front desk person and she said they must have forgotten to take it out of the room.. ummm no if you literally folded it it wasn't forgotten. Otherwise the room was good. the bed was comfortable. the morning food was cold not up to temp.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

Great breakfast and wonderful staff

Nice property with wonderful service and a great breakfast. The staff is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly! Helpful in ginding a nice place to eat after a long day of driving! Comfortable bed! Very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024