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

Overview
165 Adventureland Dr. Nw, Altoona, IA 50009 United States
near Exit 143 on I-80 (~0.2mi)
Near Cinemark Altoona
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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This hotel offers a range of amenities including a bar/lounge, gym, pool, spa, and a restaurant. Additionally, it provides complimentary Wi-Fi and has a 24/7 front desk.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free buffet breakfast
Wheelchair accessible parking
24-hour fitness facilities
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5.0
02-Nov-2026
"Well taken care of"

Clean and friendly very nice to find this when on the road.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 31 to Sun Nov 01 2026 at a $120.69 average nightly rate.
5.0
28-May-2026
"Excellent place to stay"

Easy to get to and the restaurants was super good.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue May 26 to Fri May 29 2026 at a $165.98 average nightly rate.
5.0
10-May-2026
"Lovely courteous staff"

We stayed a week and everything and everyone was great. We had 15 family members visit all on the same day and no one minded. Breakfast was great. The girl to clean our room was very good. The laundry facilities worked perfect. We will definitely stay again.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 02 to Sat May 09 2026 at a $158.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
25-Mar-2026
"Great place to stay"

Friendly staff, Clean Rooms and comfortable beds.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Mar 25 to Thu Mar 26 2026 at a $129.00 average nightly rate.
3.0
29-Dec-2025
" It was clean"

Very good breakfast and a clean room! Thank you for the stay.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 26 to Sat Dec 27 2025 at a $112.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
27-Dec-2025
"Will come back"

Great staff and very clean.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Dec 27 to Sun Dec 28 2025 at a $138.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2018

Floors: 3

Rooms: 80

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 80

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 15

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 2

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 2.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi

Ownership: Orchestrate Hospitality

Nightly Parking: 0

Total Taxes: 12.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 hour cancellation

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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)
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Banquet hall
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Business center
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 840
  • Conference space size (meters) - 78
  • Daily
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free self parking
  • Free wired internet
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Pets not allowed
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shopping on site
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Yes

Your rate includes our "Smart" breakfast that features hot and cold items, juice, milk, and coffee.

Self parking at no charge

Complimentary

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Cashless transactions are available

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.

Day 1

Breakfast Jethro's BBQ - Altoona - Enjoy a hearty breakfast with a local twist, just a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Lunch Cool Basil - Altoona - Savor contemporary Thai dishes in a relaxed setting, about a 6-minute drive from the hotel.
Dinner AJ's Steakhouse - Experience fine dining with prime steaks and fresh seafood, located within Prairie Meadows, just a 7-minute drive from the hotel.
Activity Adventureland Park - Spend your day at this thrilling amusement park, offering over 100 rides, shows, and attractions, located just a 2-minute drive or a 10-minute walk from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Culver's - Altoona - Start your day with a quick and casual breakfast, famous for their ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard, only a 4-minute drive away.
Lunch Spectators Sports Bar & Grill - Altoona - Enjoy a sports-themed lunch with a variety of American classics, located a 6-minute drive from the hotel.
Dinner Fireside Grille - Altoona - Indulge in American cuisine with a cozy fireplace setting, approximately a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
Activity Bass Pro Shops Altoona - Explore this massive outdoor gear and sporting goods store with an indoor waterfall and aquarium, about a 5-minute drive from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Casey's General Store - Altoona - Grab a quick, convenient breakfast with fresh-made pizza and doughnuts, just a 3-minute drive from the hotel.
Lunch Panda Express - Altoona - Enjoy a fast and tasty Chinese-American lunch, only a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Dinner Johnny's Italian Steakhouse - Altoona - Dine in an upscale setting with classic Italian dishes and steaks, about an 8-minute drive from the hotel.
Activity Copper Creek Lake Park - Spend a relaxing day outdoors with fishing, walking trails, and picnic areas, located about a 12-minute drive from the hotel.

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

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM 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 Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG have?

There are 80 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Your rate includes our "Smart" breakfast that features hot and cold items, juice, milk, and coffee.

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

Self parking at no charge

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

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

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. We have an indoor pool and spa The pool/spa are open 5:00 a.m. - midnight

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG?

$40+ taxi fare to airport. Approximately 20 miles from the hotel We do not offer an airport shuttle

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Altoona event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Rooms A and B
32 x 27 x 9 • 864 sqft.
Banquet
50/--
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
24
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
24
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
24
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Our meeting space is 864 Sq ft that can blocked off to make 2 meeting rooms. We have a window on each side for natural sunlight. We provide white tables cloths for all tables.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Meeting Room A
32 x 27 x 9 • 432 sqft.
Banquet
24/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
18
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
18
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
30
Theater Layout
Reception
24
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:4
Windows:1
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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