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Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
Travelers can warm up in the indoor pool or grab a quick snack from the vending machine before heading out to explore the thrills of Adventureland

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster - Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East (Altoona)
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Studio 6 Altoona sits in the heart of town, offering a practical base with an indoor pool and laundry facilities. Guests can unwind after visiting Adventureland or Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, enjoying free in-room WiFi and coffee or tea in the lobby.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Altoona is home to Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East. Some of the area's popular attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Des Moines Civic Center and Science Center of Iowa are also worth visiting. Visit our Altoona travel guide
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3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area
    Iowa State Fairgrounds
    10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Adventureland
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cinemark Altoona
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway
    3 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Texas Roadhouse
    15 min walk
  • Culver's
    14 min walk

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Adventureland
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and toasters
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 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

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Altoona
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

Is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East located?

Situated in Altoona, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cinemark Altoona, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, and Outlets of Des Moines. Altoona Dog Park is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

7.2

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.4

Staff & service

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 497 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 497 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 497 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 497 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 497 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
The housekeeping staff was always in top of things! Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super helpful and the rooms are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & Great location and cheap !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice enough room with all immenities. Even had a little hotplate stove
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed there for a few months and I must say how quiet the place is. The rooms were nice and clean. There is always someone at the front desk at all hours to help you when you need help. Vending machines actually have things you can eat and not just snacks!! Employees were very kind and helpful. No regrets in booking at Studio 6!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet and the rooms were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was super friendly and they got us everything we needed right away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aging property with relatively clean rooms. Suitable for an extended stay on a budget. It's location is convenient for shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Darci

Liked: Amenities
The room was nice, it has everything needed for a nice extended stay! Having a pool is a great perk of the hotel, staff is very friendly and quick on any maintenance issues! Could use some updates to help with security, but overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and customer service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nice especially for the price and the pool was nice and warm and clean as well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

The room itself reasonable clean without any bugs as far as I could tell. The property is run down - halls look and smell like something out of a horror movie. It got me off the road when I was weary, but wouldn’t recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful when we needed to stay over for another night. This was the perfect place to stay with my little dog.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry

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

Outstanding stay

This hotel seem to have low ratings however we found it to be outstanding in every way the room was clean was well prepared comfortable beds good location lots of things to do right around the hotel. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very nice and prompt. My room was clean. The motel itself was quiet. Love the little kitchenette and that they’re pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had fun in the pool. Room had everything we could posdibly need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Fun Stay

Overall a Great Time! Went to Adventureland. Had a nice pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness
It is a shame that no effort is made to the exterior, trash, etc. since the inside was in good condition and the room was like new.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Can’t beat the price, accommodating staff, studio rooms are nice and have many amenities . Stay to Sleep here and explore Des Moines easily.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at this facility off n on for many years, its convenient for my needs and always clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saw some mixed reviews but it was super clean, staff was super friendly, and I didn’t feel unsafe at any point!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024