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

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre

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Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Free daily buffet breakfast
Room amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
165 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds

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

Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Comm Mobil Roll Shwr)

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Altoona

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Adventureland. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. 840 square feet (78 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Altoona hotel include Outlets of Des Moines and Toad Valley Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 4 min drive
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 5 min drive
  • Adventureland - 5 min drive
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive

About this property

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

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 840 square feet (78 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG also features coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 840 sq ft of conference space
  • 78 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offers 80 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This Altoona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • 840 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Altoona-Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Altoona-Des Moines
Altoona Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Altoona
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona - Des Moines Iowa
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines
Express Suites Altoona s Moin
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Altoona Des Moines an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$190.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG has a free self car park.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 604 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 604 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 604 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 604 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 604 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee S

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Everything was very clean, the staff was pleasant and the pool is open till midnight! We didn’t get in till 10:00 pm so we were pretty happy about that! The snack options at the front desk were great. We got to breakfast a little later and there was plants of fresh food and it looked like we were the first ones there, it was so clean! Great visit!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was spacious and clean! Bed was comfortable and now days that’s hard to come by. Just a quick overnight to do some shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Still a nice property, but it is starting to show some dated and wore areas in the room and hallways . As of now I still plan staying their in the future
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dave

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend Stay
Overall a nice stay. My family enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Breakfast both days was great and breakfast attendant did an excellent job of keeping things stocked & fresh. Felt things could have been a bit cleaner, especially the elevator (that was also extremely slow).
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Marcie K

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made a reservation through Expedia for a king size bed room. Called to confirm reservation and at first it could not be gound so transferred my call. Then when came and checked in the room was 2 queen size beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and efficient, property and room were clean. My only complaint is that the breakfast was awful. At this price point, you would expect food that is edible. The eggs were dry, overcooked pebbles and the sausage could be best described as salty foam disks. Plan on adding the cost of breakfast at McDonald's to your trip budget as I would consider McDonald's gourmet compared to the breakfast offered here. I would be less disappointed with my stay had "free" breakfast not be included in the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property fit our needs for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right off the main highway. Clean. Rooms were very nice. The breakfast was phenomenal. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrzej

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the interstate
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to daughters house and nice facility
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kishauna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We'll be back, but not for breakfast.
Very nice rooms, super comfy beds and fun modern touches to the room. Pool was too cool for me but the hot tub felt great. The breakfast...that was set up nicely however the pancake machine did not work properly the only option for yogurt was Greek, bread was out, only option for egg was a cheese omelette I would have much preferred simple scrambled eggs and left the cheese out of the equation. And the coffee ran out faster than it was refilled. So the breakfast definitely needed some help but all in all it was a great place for the money. We'll be back, but not for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff…
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deidre

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just driving through with my family
Very nice, clean and very comfortable place to stay. There are a few things that you can tell need some touching up but overall great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Josh

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good place to stay
we checked in late, but thankfully it went smoothly despite the late hour. The room was very comfortable and the price of the room was reasonable. If I drove through the area again, I would absolutely stay. Breakfast in the morning was also very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Travelled with family
Helpful staff
My stay was very pleasant. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Check in guy at front desk (with bandaged hand) was super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Edward

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Doug

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024