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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

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Indoor pool
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Lobby
Exterior
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(167 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(117 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

Near the airport.Stay at this Altoona hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 6 miles (10 km) of Adventureland. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Iowa State Fairgrounds and Iowa State Capitol Building.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Adventureland - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Casey's Center - 14 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3-star hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2019
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 46-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Altoona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (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 microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lbs per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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! Up to 18 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation. Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Altoona
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines to the airport?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is 23.3 mi (38-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 La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines on Nov 4, 2025 start from $94.5, 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 La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offer free breakfast?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

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

What time is check-in at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have a pool?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines features an indoor pool.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines to downtown Altoona?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is 1.3 mi away from Altoona.

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1050 out of 1580 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1580 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1580 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1580 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1580 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bryon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved free laundry on site! We were there for 4 nights/5 days. Front desk staff was always very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast had great options. Our room was never touched by housekeeping. We had to set our trash outside of our room just to be picked up. Front desk even left a note for them and they did not clean when asked. Pool was small but the kids enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only thing my husband was disappointed that there were no donuts or muffins at breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Star

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newer property in great condition; Tonja was very nice at the front desk .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHERRI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brad

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a excellent stay and will stay again next time we are in town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Madonna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly spaces
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

joyce

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

ANDRE

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