Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel

1 Prairie Meadows Dr., Altoona, IA 50009 United States (USA) near junction 142b a on I-80 (~0.5mi)
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3.0 Star property
41.654430 -93.490090
+1-800-219-2797
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Very good
4.0/5

Based on 2415 guest reviews

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  • Our hotel comes with an indoor pool
  • Shuttle from airport available
  • Fitness center on property
  • Hotel has 168 rooms
  • Hotel has 3 floors
  • Hotel has 39 suites
  • Check in time: 4:00pm
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 6.4/10
  • Hotel has 2 meeting rooms

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Local attractions

Live Racing, simulcast racing, free live entertainment, slots, table games, restaurants, and event center onsite. Restaurants, outlet mall, movie theater, bowling, amusement park and more in surrounding area - just blocks away.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 2415 guest reviews

Property description

Your comfort and guest service are our number one priorities. Our hotel includes 168 guestrooms, including 39 suites, all with high-definition LCD televisions, wireless internet, luxurious bedding, refrigerators, iHome clock radios and docking stations, coffee makers, full size blow dryers, iron and ironing boards, individual climate control, phones and convenient electrical outlets.

Details / Other expenses

Check-in: 4:00pm
Check-out: 11:00am
Year of last renovation: 2012
Floors: 3
Rooms: 168
Corridors: All rooms have interior hallways
Non-smoking rooms: 6
Rooms with disabled access: 8
Rooms with one bed: 73
Rooms with two beds: 50
Suites: 39
Room windows: Windows do open
Cleaning frequency: Daily
Meeting rooms: 2 View spaces
Meeting space: 34000 sq. feet
Event space: Holds 1200 people
Dist. to food/bars: On-site
Dist. to a 24hr restaurant: On-site
Dist. to the nearest gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar hours: 3pm - 2am
Pool Info:
Indoor salt water pool & spa Open swim time: 6am – 9pm Adult-only swim time: 9pm – Midnight
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
Must cancel 24 hours prior to reservation date.
Total taxes: 12.00%
Total misc. fees: £0.00 GBP
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 13.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Dinner available
  • Electric Car Charging Station
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kitchenette in room
  • Laundry valet service
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shows or evening entertainment
  • Swimming pool - indoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Valet Parking

Airport & shuttle information

Des Moines Intl Airport (16 miles) Complimentary shuttle service to and from Des Moines International Airport from 7am – 11pm, seven days a week for hotel guests. Reservations required. To make a reservation, click here. Maximum capacity: 14 people

Local shuttle info: Prairie Meadows hotel does not provide shuttle service to the downtown Des Moines area.

Breakfast information

Unless specified, breakfast not included. Cafe at the Meadows, Triple Crown Buffet, Prairie Coffee Company, Concession stands

Pet friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry but pets are not allowed.

Parking information

Complimentary and ample parking. Two 16kW Tesla charging stations and one universal electric vehicle charging station.

Internet/Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi.

Meeting rooms and event rooms at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel

Below are the meeting, conference and event spaces at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel.

Feel free to use the Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help with your event planning. HotelPlanner specialises in Altoona 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
Bishop Ballroom 142 x 99 x 23 14000 --/-- 815 456 -- -- -- 82/66 1300 1200 20
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Bishop Ballroom

Room type:
Ballroom
Total size:
14000 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
142 x 99 x 23 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
25+
Windows:
0
Is there natural light?
No
Are there obstructions?
No
Are there built in screens?
Yes
Is there a built in stage?
Yes
Is there built in A/V?
Yes
Amenities available
  • Coffee / Tea Setup
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Skinner Ballroom 114 x 55 x 13 6270 --/310 248 180 -- -- -- 30/30 460 460 --
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Skinner Ballroom

Room type:
Ballroom
Total size:
6270 Sq. Miles
Dimensions:
114 x 55 x 13 Ft
Floor level:
Ground level
Power outlets:
25+
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Is there natural light?
No
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
  • Food / Beverage
  • Projection equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
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FAQs about Prairie Meadows

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00pm 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 11:00am 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 Prairie Meadows have?

There are 168 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Prairie Meadows?

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

What kind of breakfast is at Prairie Meadows?

Unless specified, breakfast not included. Cafe at the Meadows, Triple Crown Buffet, Prairie Coffee Company, Concession stands

What parking is available at Prairie Meadows?

Complimentary and ample parking. Two 16kW Tesla charging stations and one universal electric vehicle charging station.

How much does internet cost?

Free Wi-Fi.

Is there a gym at Prairie Meadows?

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

Is there a pool at Prairie Meadows?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor salt water pool & spa Open swim time: 6am – 9pm Adult-only swim time: 9pm – Midnight.

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