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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
Travelers can start their day with a continental breakfast at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines before working out in the gym or enjoying the indoor pool

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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King Room - Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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1 King Bed, Nonsmoking, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(30 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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. Ankeny Art Center and Des Moines Civic Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Ankeny travel guide
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2602 SE Creekview Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50021

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College
    3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Ankeny Dog Park
    4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Woodland Hills Golf Course
    4 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Otter Creek Golf Course
    4 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Otter Creek Park
    5 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    15 min walk
  • Casey's
    1 min walk
  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Panera Bread
    16 min walk
  • Casey's
    15 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
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises
  • 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

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

  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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?

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 Ankeny Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 365 out of 809 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 809 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 809 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 809 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 809 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Staff is incredibly friendly and quiet atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was much nicer than I was expecting, and the breakfast was above and beyond expectations Very under rated hotel option
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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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
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4/10 Poor

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic room was clean. Beds we're extremely uncomfortable and my husband and i didn’t get any sleep
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Shilpa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast area was really clean and organized.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff! Clean! Nice breakfast bar!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean! Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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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
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8/10 Good

Jessie

Liked: Amenities
Room was satisfactorily, the service was excellent. Breakfast quantities was small.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is quite comfortable Well maintained and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly greeting at the front desk even though we didn't arrive until 1AM due to inclement weather! What a relief to have a room that was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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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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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We would stay here again. It was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clarence w.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. All the appliances and fixtures worked.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place was clean and the people were nice!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to, great service, breakfast and easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pazong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed our stay. Friendly staff at check in. Clean room. Safe, convenient location to stores/restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here because Iowa State had a football game and I didnt want to pay inflated hotel prices while I visited my son. The room was clean, the bed was comfy, the hotel was convenient and quiet, the staff is nice. The hotel is in dire need of renovation but it is more cosmetic, but it is a lot to see.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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