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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
Motel with indoor pool, near Adventureland

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Exterior
Television
Exterior
Vending machine
Indoor pool
Experience the excitement of Adventureland and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East. Connect to in-room WiFi, unwind with a snack from the deli or take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Free casino shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY469
CNY525 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The price is CNY479
CNY537 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
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About the neighborhood

Map
3225 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive
  • Free casino shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

When you stay at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Adventureland and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, Iowa State Fairgrounds and Casey's Center are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 115 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

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 18

Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets stay free (2 total)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Offsite

    • Free casino shuttle

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 39
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 35
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM

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.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

6 Moines East Altoona
Motel 6 Moines East Altoona
6 Altoona, Ia Des Moines East
Motel 6 Des Moines East Altoona
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Altoona
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel Altoona
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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East 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 Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 2 total.

Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (16-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East and nearby?

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East has an indoor pool.

What's the area around Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East like?

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is a short 16-minute walk from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 17 minutes' walk from Outlets of Des Moines.

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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

Reviews

6.0

Good

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Service staff
Shower
Building
Bathroom
Refrigerator
Weather
Smoking
Parking

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

I will definitely stay there again!
Fredrick, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

It was just right for a one night stay on the road.
Chris, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Won't stay there again
Dorene, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Room was clean
Katie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Place is neat and clean
Brenda, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Open 24 hours. We checked in at 2am! Nice room.
Graham, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Very accommodating
Donavon, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very good @@@@@
Simon, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Room was clean, but had to check in and get key later because no rooms was clean. Some customers had to wait until midnight to get in room
Teresa, 3-night trip

6/10 Okay

Bedding could’ve had a little more substance. Froze the whole night, even after turning the air up
Audra, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Good customer service .
Angelore, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff was very nice and friendly
Janella, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Quiet and clean
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Pool was great, they were very nice and answered any questions we had. Will definitely be returning
Cheyenne, 2-night trip

2/10 Terrible

I got bit up by bed bugs and was told the pool was open and it wasn't
mackenzie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice quite area
Krystal, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly staff,
Krystal, 7-night trip

4/10 Poor

The door in between floors was rigged and tied back with wire staff helped get us a different room but very impersonable. I didnt get the " Im gald your staying with us feeling. I will not stay again
Maria, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Made guests feel important
Krystal, 4-night trip

4/10 Poor

Manager knocked on my door at midnight told me I had to vacate cuz I didn't pay I tried to show him my itinerary number that I paid he took me down to the office called me a liar told me to get out and then found out the girl who checked me in didn't do it properly on the computer I had to ask him to apologize
James, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

There was no light over the sink…. No mirrors in the room…. And the a/c didn’t take the humidity out… everything felt damp in the room!!
Leanne, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

There was no hit water. And they knew it when we checked in. No hot water for two days. They did offer a two hour late check out. Rather have the HOT WATER. Very dirty area.
Richard, 1-night trip

2/10 Terrible

Icky place
Jack, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Ambiance, or lack of same
James C, 1-night trip

4/10 Poor

Bed was very uncomfortable and the pillows were very thin
Valerie, 2-night trip