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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Free buffet breakfast
Exterior
Fitness facility
Indoor pool
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA is near the city's vibrant scene. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet, 24-hour gym, indoor pool, in-room WiFi, and a business center. Visitors praise the helpful staff, quality breakfast, and excellent value.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Bathtub w/Grab Bars) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Bathtub w/Grab Bars)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Mobility) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Mobility, Bathtub w/Grab Bars)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2402 Se Tones Dr, Ankeny, IA, 50021

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 3 min drive - 2.2 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) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Property highlights
A free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and a business center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A computer station, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, overall value, and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • 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

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Lever door handles
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; 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 can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

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 Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–11 PM.

Is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA located?

Situated in Ankeny, this hotel is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Des Moines Area Community College and 2.9 mi (4.6 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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Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Delores

Liked: Amenities
Absolutely great staff and place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel exceeded all my expectations! Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night 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

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Facility was very quiet, safe and well lit parking area. Staff was very friendly. Will definitely be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel convenient location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel served my needs well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was just i nice quite clean hotel. Had an early morning and was able to get a good night rest in a comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
pet friendly good restaurants close by
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, safe surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and well maitained
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool is very small. Also, a hot tub would be nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Easily accessible off the interstate
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A safe and friendly place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Shay

Room was okay. Beds were small. Pool is very small. Rooms were clean. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Brayden

Cheap room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy location to get in and out. The breakfast was not very good, but the room was nice and quiet. Water pressure in the shower was great compared to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location, great staff, great breakfast and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Will stay here again. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Amenities
Very well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and had a lovely fitness center - better than many hotels we stay in. The staff was friendly. Breakfast was good. It is in a nice area of town with plenty of nearby dining choices and walking/biking trails. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived around 1am. The front desk staff was super friendly and helped us get our room quickly. The room was spacious. The smoke detector was chirping and the front desk lady came right away. My 6 year old commented “She was nice”. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and the beds were very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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