Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Outlets of Des Moines

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Terrace/patio
Free daily buffet breakfast
Indoor pool
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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480 Bass Pro Dr NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible (With Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Accessible (2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Shower)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 515 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, Accessible, Bathtub (2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 515 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 330 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room (2 Queen Beds & 1 Sofa Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Specialty)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Outlets of Des Moines and 2 miles (3 km) of Adventureland with a stay here. Also, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is within 3 miles (5 km) and Iowa State Fairgrounds is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Adventureland - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3-star hotel near Outlets of Des Moines
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines also features a terrace, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2020
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with twin sofa beds. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as 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 crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour 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.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Twin sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per day
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 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.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hyatt Place Altoona Des Moines
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Hotel
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Altoona
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines to the airport?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines is 20 mi (30-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 Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines on Nov 9, 2025 start from $131.0, 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 Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offer free breakfast?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines have a pool?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines features an indoor pool.

Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines to downtown Altoona?

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines is 2.2 mi away from Altoona.

Reviews

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 831 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 831 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 831 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 831 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 831 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara J

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Run smelled like sewer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel stay I’ve had in a VERY long time!! Super friendly staff, including the manager who made it a point to greet every single staff member and guest she saw. Beautiful clean property and the BEST free hotel breakfast I’ve EVER had!!! I actually hate staying at hotels, but this stay was so pleasant, it actually changed my attitude completely!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Des Moines Gem!

Hotel is immaculate and in a quiet part of town. Lot's of parking, shopping and restaurants within very short walk and easy on off to get in to town. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Extremely clean and modern

Such a nice clean hotel with a indoor pool and hot tub. Everything was so modern and clean. Love the Burger Shed restaurant next door that you can walk to after a long day at Adventureland. Excellent location being right across from the huge Des Moines Outlet mall and a 5 minute drive to Adventureland. We will definitely be staying here again next time we are in Altoona.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Room was warm but the rest was good.

We never contacted the office about it but our room never got below 72 degrees when we had it set at 68 to try and get it to 70. Even with all the window blinds closed and us hardly being there it usually was around 75 for us at night. Had another couple with us and there room was probably worse than ours. On the positive the breakfast was good and the front desk saw us with water bottles and offered to fill all four of ours with ice water without us even asking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joni, Anaconda

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did not have the room i reserved. They wanted to call another motel to see if one was available. Took a different room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donna Sue

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accommodations. Very friendly staff. Great restaurants close by. Right across the street from outlets! We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

megan

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

10/10 Excellent

Brittnee

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

8/10 Good

Kristi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in May 2025