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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and a fitness center

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Lobby
Indoor pool
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines is praised for its helpful staff and warm hospitality. Guests enjoy a continental breakfast, gym, and indoor pool. The hotel offers WiFi, complimentary newspapers, and self-parking for added convenience.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ankeny is home to Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines. Some of the area's popular attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Heritage Carousel of Des Moines and Science Center of Iowa are also worth visiting.
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2602 SE Creekview Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50021

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
  • ‪Casey's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Property highlights
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 56 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Ankeny
Comfort Inn Hotel Ankeny
Comfort Inn Ankeny Hotel
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
Econo Ankeny Des Moines Ankeny
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Hotel
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Ankeny
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Hotel Ankeny

Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines located?

Situated in Ankeny, this hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Des Moines Area Community College and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ankeny Dog Park. Woodland Hills Golf Course and Margo Frankel Woods State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 722 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 722 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 722 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 722 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 722 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

Holly

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay! Staff was so kind and the entire hotel was very clean! The breakfast was also amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Zarin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple checkin clean room pet friendly plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, lots of things around, easy to find, easy to check in, decent rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top motel for the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Good place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean accessible and good breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet and safe!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and nice staff. It could use some updates as the curtain and AC in my room were broken.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & resonable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a good clean place! Slept awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ginna

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

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good hotel for a short stay before getting up early to head to the Iowa State Fair to show. Accommodated our dog, was definitely a no-frills economy option.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Staff was very friendly. Room was very nice. Breakfast was good and was kept stocked. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Workers were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great for our weekend activities in Newton. Room was better than expected... comfortable beds, clean and functional bathroom fixtures, AC and refrigerator were ice cold. Free breakfast was a bonus. Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Room comfort
Property was a bit dated but overall a good place to stay when passing through. Beds were comfortable and it was nice they offered free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super clean and very friendly staff. Only downside is it just could use some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Been in worse, been in better.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to our destination and could house our group.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Waffles good. Had microwave And refrig.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, full facilities, safe parking, convenient for our travel plans.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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