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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, large columns, and a brick facade. - Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG (Altoona)
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Located close to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Adventureland, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, shopping on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr) | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bathroom with a shower, grab bars, a sink, and a towel rack.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Altoona, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG is in the suburbs and near the airport. Copper Creek Golf Course and Toad Valley Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Iowa Events Center or Iowa Speedway. Visit our Altoona travel guide
Map
165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Cinemark Altoona
    1 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    3 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Adventureland
    4 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Altoona Dog Park
    4 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway
    5 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    6 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 840 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 5:00 AM to midnight
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub, while guests under 14 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:00 AM–midnight.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG located?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Adventureland, and Outlets of Des Moines. Copper Creek Golf Course and Toad Valley Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 820 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 820 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 820 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 820 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 820 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice, clean room. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and the service from the staff was top notched.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel was immaculate and the pool & hot tub were fantastic. Breakfast was honestly the best we had had in the 5 days we had been traveling across the country. I would definitely stay there again. If you do, go to El Agave nearby for amazing Mexican food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fredrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay with your family, staff was friendly and breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the big breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though we didn't spend a lot of time at Holiday Inn Express or enjoy was the amenities we like the location. We went to the NASCAR races in Newton Iowa. We like the size of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! The only complaint I have is that they were doing some construction in the lobby, but overall an awesome hotel and very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hans William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Arriving to the hotel at customer service the gentleman didn’t look to happy and that’s not giving great customer service and his way of asking what he could help us with not to friendly and the room was very clean except the bathtub was yellow on the floor and found a bottle of Gatorade and the next day was better with customer service and I would stay again but need to do better with the evening customer service and the yellow bathtub
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, beds incredibly comfortable and the staff were pleasant and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Hotel in the process of being renovated so it is like new. Polite and professional staff at desk, breakfast adequate- typical hotel fare. Serving area for breakfast very clean and well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was superb. The room was clean. The amenities were first class. Will be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice & efficient person working the front desk for checking in, clean room, comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awesome staff and hotel was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Easy in and out, clean room, good hot shower, and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location to interstate, pleasant front desk staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kris

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

Great place to meet with friends

Great stay, comfortable beds, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Very clean. Friendly staff, excellent hot breakfast buffet. Easy to get to and quiet night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

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

Great overall one night stay

Clean, comfortable stay, beds were great with plenty of great pillows, breakfast was good quality and well stocked, easy access and ample parking, location perfect for the occasion
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and close to AdventureLand. Room was clean and bed was very comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & Comfortable hotel. Nice breakfast, nice indoor pool that was open til midnight. Great location, right off interstate, close to Adventureland, Casino & Outlet Mall. Will definitely stay here next time were in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Nice stay

Ours was an overnight stay while traveling. The bed and room were comfortable and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything we needed. Property was clean and the included breakfast was a good way to start our days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were extremely clean and beds were very comfortable! It looks as though it was recently updated because it looked brand new! Great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025