Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Overview
8789 Plum Dr., Urbandale, IA 50322 United States
near Exit 129 on I-35 (~0.2mi)
Near IHS-Iowa Health Systems
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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The hotel offers parking, an elevator, a gym, a pool, a restaurant, a spa, WiFi/Internet, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, a 24/7 front desk, a business center, a spa tub, and meeting rooms.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free breakfast to go
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
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5.0
27-May-2026
"Wonderful"

Front Desk help excellent!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed May 27 to Thu May 28 2026 at a $111.00 average nightly rate.
5.0
15-May-2026
"Very nice facility Easy to get to Staff was pleasant"

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 14 to Fri May 15 2026 at a $124.00 average nightly rate.
5.0
16-Sep-2025
"Nice Experience."

Thanks for EVERYTHING.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 12 to Sun Sep 14 2025 at a $149.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
14-Sep-2025
"Our room was very nice and clean."

We would stay here again.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Sep 11 to Fri Sep 12 2025 at a $118.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
02-Sep-2025
"Very enjoyable and relaxing."

The room was clean. Comfortable beds. Quiet room. Continental breakfast was excellent. I would stay here again.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Sep 01 to Tue Sep 02 2025 at a $94.99 average nightly rate.
4.0
21-Aug-2025
"Hotel Review"

The Amenities were on point and your location was perfect for My stay.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 19 to Fri Aug 22 2025 at a $105.99 average nightly rate.
4.0
12-Aug-2025
"Great Accommodations"

Rooms were clean and well stocked.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 08 to Sun Aug 10 2025 at a $194.00 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2011

Floors: 4

Rooms: 93

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 93

Handicap Rooms: 5

Suites: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: 0.00

Total Taxes: 12.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Guest must cancel rooms 48 hours prior to arrival date.

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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Business center
  • Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Daily
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 91
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 36
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free breakfast to go
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free self parking
  • Garden
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Pets not allowed
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vending machine
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

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

Essential workers only - NO

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 PerKup Cafe - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at this cozy cafe. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
Lunch Gusto Pizza Co. - Grab a slice of tasty pizza for lunch at this local favorite. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Jethro's BBQ n' Pork Chop Grill - Enjoy delicious BBQ and pork chop dishes at this popular restaurant. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.
Activity Living History Farms - Immerse yourself in the history of Iowa through interactive exhibits and outdoor demonstrations. Located 4 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Waveland Cafe - Enjoy a classic American breakfast at this retro-style diner. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - Try unique and creative burger creations at this quirky burger joint. Located 7 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar - Indulge in a fine dining experience with delicious steaks and an extensive wine selection. Located 6 miles from the hotel.
Activity Adventureland Park - Have a thrilling day at this amusement park with roller coasters, water rides, and more. Located 10 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast La Mie Bakery - Enjoy freshly baked pastries and artisan breads for breakfast at this charming bakery. Located 8 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Fong's Pizza - Savor unique pizza combinations with an Asian twist at this popular pizza joint. Located 10 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Centro - Experience modern Italian cuisine in a stylish setting at this downtown restaurant. Located 9 miles from the hotel.
Activity Pappajohn Sculpture Park - Explore an outdoor art museum featuring contemporary sculptures in a beautiful park setting. Located 9 miles from the hotel.

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime 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 and Suites Urbandale by IHG have?

There are 93 rooms in the property.

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

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

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express and 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 and 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

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Des Moines International Airport

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, 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 in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Urbandale event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room
65 x 23 x 9 • 1400 sqft.
Classroom
62
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
43
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
36
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Power Outlets:10
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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