In Altoona, Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines welcomes you with a free breakfast buffet and an inviting coffee shop. Enjoy the indoor pool, unwind on the sun-kissed terrace, or connect with in-room WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and love being close to shopping.
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Casey's Center - 11 min drive - 14.4 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 18 min walk
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Texas Roadhouse - 4 min drive
About this property
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
At Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Adventureland and Outlets of Des Moines. After getting a workout at the 24-hour fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include an indoor pool, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. The helpful staff and nearby shopping get great marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
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Hotel size
112 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
It is Hyatt's practice to enter any occupied guestroom at a minimum of once within a 24-hour period, even if a guest has requested privacy; appropriate efforts are made to provide advance notice to the registered guest before entering an occupied guestroom
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Access to nearby indoor pool
Working away
24-hour business center
2 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Romance packages
Facilities
Built in 2020
Picnic area
Terrace
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchairs available on site
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Netflix
Hulu
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Twin sofa bed
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 15.00 per accommodation, per day
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
Indoor pool
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
Indoor pool
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Hyatt Place Altoona Des Moines
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Hotel
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Altoona
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines Hotel Altoona
Frequently asked questions
Does Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines and nearby?
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a picnic area and access to a nearby indoor pool.
What's the area around Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines like?
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines is located a short 6-minute walk from Outlets of Des Moines.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as great, good, or amazing with many guests praising the variety and quality of the offerings. (38 reviews)
The property offers a clean and welcoming environment for pets with a large pet area and friendly staff. (3 reviews)
The pool was a highlight, with many guests praising its cleanliness, warmth, and fun atmosphere. (10 reviews)
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8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2026
Room was clean
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2026
All great. Clean, parking and amenities
Amit
Amit, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2026
Very clean, staff was amazing!
Mariah
Mariah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Breakfast was amazing and staff was excellent
Marcy
Marcy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
It was beautiful, clean, relaxing. Thank you for a great stay
Jolyn
Jolyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
Safe and easy, nice lobby area with a bar. Lost of breakfast options and space.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2026
Very clean. Staff was very helpful.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
The staff at check in were friendly and polite.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Beautiful hotel and great pool/hot tub!
Whitney
Whitney, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Great room
Great Breakfast
Friendly staff
Justin
Justin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Everything was very clean, nice staff & great location for what we needed lodging for.
Carrie
Carrie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2024
A great place to stay!
A comfortable stay, I needed rest and I got it!
Jeanne
Jeanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Beautiful accommodations. Very friendly staff. Great restaurants close by. Right across the street from outlets! We had a great stay.
Mary
Mary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2024
We were in town for funeral , the room was large and comfortable, great breakfast, quiet.
Dan
Dan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2025
Very comfortable beds
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2024
Great stay!
Fantastic stay! Friendly greeting and very nice rooms. Great breakfast too!
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Close to shopping and restaurants
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2024
Great location and friendly staff
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
Great stay
The staff was super nice and everything was really clean and taken care of would stay again
Earl
Earl, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Great location, and facilities were amazing. Staff very friendly and welcoming.
Bruce E. Nielson
Bruce E. Nielson, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Great place- Great staff
Great stay. Very nice hotel with great staff. Devon at check in was courteous and fun to talk to.
marty
marty, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2024
easy check in, close to everything, very comfortable
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
Nice, clean hotel with a great staff
Lemuel
Lemuel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2024
The Hyatt was amazing and their staff is top notch!