Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

8789 Plum Dr., Urbandale, IA 50322 United States (USA) near junction 129 on I-35 (~0.2mi)
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2.5 Star property
41.650047-93.739860
+1-800-219-2797
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4.0/5

Based on 464 guest reviews

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  • We have an indoor pool ready for use
  • Free breakfast
  • Fitness / Gym is on-site
  • 93 rooms in hotel
  • Hotel has 4 floors
  • Hotel has 8 suites
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 10.0/10

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Local attractions

Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino (13 miles), Iowa State Fairgrounds (15 miles), DES MOINES, Jordan Creek Town Center (8 miles)

Verified reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked in recently:
"Nice Experience."
Overall score5.0/ 5
Thanks for EVERYTHING.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
16-Sep-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Sep 12 to Sun Sep 14 2025 at a $149.99 average nightly rate.
"Our room was very nice and clean."
Overall score5.0/ 5
We would stay here again.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
14-Sep-2025 Verified review, stayed from Thu Sep 11 to Fri Sep 12 2025 at a $118.99 average nightly rate.
"Very enjoyable and relaxing."
Overall score5.0/ 5
The room was clean. Comfortable beds. Quiet room. Continental breakfast was excellent. I would stay here again.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Sep-2025 Verified review, stayed from Mon Sep 01 to Tue Sep 02 2025 at a $94.99 average nightly rate.
"Hotel Review"
Overall score4.0/ 5
The Amenities were on point and your location was perfect for My stay.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Aug-2025 Verified review, stayed from Tue Aug 19 to Fri Aug 22 2025 at a $105.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Accommodations"
Overall score4.0/ 5
Rooms were clean and well stocked.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
12-Aug-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Aug 08 to Sun Aug 10 2025 at a $194.00 average nightly rate.
"Nice stay and staff"
Overall score4.0/ 5
We had a pleasant stay.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
29-Jul-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Jul 25 to Sun Jul 27 2025 at a $152.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Stay!"
Overall score4.0/ 5
The help at the front desk was professional, the place was clean and breakfast was great. I would recommend staying here.
(Individual traveller, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Jun-2025 Verified review, stayed from Fri Jun 06 to Sun Jun 08 2025 at a $180.00 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 464 guest reviews

Property description

Welcome to the Brand New Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale, Iowa. Nestled in the Des Moines, Iowa area Urbandale is a growing city that has held on to its small-town charm. Whether travelling for business or pleasure the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale Des Moines is conveniently located off I-35/I-80. Only minutes from attractions such as Adventureland Park, Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines Botanical Center, Des Moines Science Center and Wells Fargo Arena.Let the New Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale Des Moines be your host hotel for annual events like the Festa Italiana, World Food Festival and the Iowa State Fair.Experience luxurious accommodations and a plethora of amenities such as a complimentary hot breakfast buffet served daily, indoor pool/whirlpool, business center, enhanced fitness facility, guest laundry, wired & wireless high-speed Internet access, triple sheeted bedding, enhanced bath experience and flexible meeting space to accommodate up to 100 people.Local businesses include John Deere Credit, Aviva, Firestone, Hy-Vee, Camp Dodge, Garst Seeds, Wells Fargo, Mercy Medical Center, Allied Insurance, Principal Financial, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Pioneer Hi-Bred International.Enjoy the best accommodations Urbandale, Iowa has to offer, so Stay Smart!

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Year of last renovation: 2011
Floors: 4
Rooms: 93
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 93
Rooms with disabled access: 5
Suites: 8
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 1 View spaces
Meeting space: 1400 sq. feet
Dist. to food/bars: 0.3 Miles
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: 0.5 Miles
Dist. to the nearest gym: 1.0 Miles
Pool Info:
Our indoor pool and hot tub are open to our guests from 7AM to 11PM
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Guest must cancel rooms 48 hours prior to arrival date.
Nightly parking: 0.00
Total taxes: 12.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 5.00%
Occupancy Tax: 7.00%

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Central location
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Free local calls
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Internet - ethernet
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Telephone - Free local calls
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: Showtime
  • Voicemail

Airport & shuttle information

Des Moines International Airport

Is there an airport shuttle? Sorry but no airport shuttle is available.

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

About Holiday Inn Express

  • Free Express Start Breakfast
  • Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee
  • Free high-speed internet service in every room
  • eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services
  • Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale, an IHG Hotel

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Urbandale event planning for hotel rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, as well as negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting room name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sq ft)
Event
5'/6
Event space layout
Crescent
Crescent tables layout
Classroom
Classroom meeting layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow square table layout
U-shape
U-shape meeting layout
Boardroom
Boardroom meeting space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention booth layout
Theatre
Theatre layout
Reception
Reception desk for meetings
Regist.
desk
Registration desk for meetings
Meeting Room 65 x 23 x 9 1400--/----62--4336--/--------
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Meeting Room

Room type:
General Meeting Room
Total size:
1400 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
65 x 23 x 9 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
10
Columns:
0
Windows:
5
Is there natural light?
Yes
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
No
Is there built in A/V?
No
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • White Board
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG have?

There are 93 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, they have stay dates that support AAA hotel discounts. Example room type: AAA Rate - 1 King Bed Standard Comm Accessible Tub Standard Room, Microwave, Minifridge Sofa Bed

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, they have stay dates that support Senior hotel discounts. Example room type: Senior Discount 1 King Bed Standard Comm Accessible Tub Standard Room, Microwave, Minifridge Sofa Be

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our indoor pool and hot tub are open to our guests from 7AM to 11PM.

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