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Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East
2 stars

Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East

3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009, United States
Altoona, IA
See location+1 515 967 5252
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5.3
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based on 529 reviews
529 reviews

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Motel 6 Des Moines East-Altoona is located in central Iowa and is located just 15 minutes from the Iowa State Fairgrounds and the heart of Des Moines, but many who visit come because of the hotel’s proximity to Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino and the Adventureland Amusement Park. The Iowa State Capitol Building and the Des Moines Civic Center are also within eight miles, as is the Des Moines International Airport.

This pet-friendly motel is perfect for business and leisure travelers alike, and features many complimentary services and appealing amenities. They include free morning coffee in the lobby lounge, free parking (for trucks, too), a coin-op laundry, daily housekeeping services, an indoor pool for year round fun and fitness, a free shuttles service, laundry (for a fee), a vending area, free stays for kids, and 24-hour front desk service.

The many stylish and modern rooms are available as full or queen options, and accessible from interior halls, unlike many classic motels. Regardless of the rooms selected, they will come with work desks with ergonomic chairs, high quality bedding, a sitting area, direct dial phones, entertainment systems, large ensuite baths with signature toiletries, full climate controls, high speed internet, and cable TV.

The Motel 6 Des Moines East-Altoona is a surprising find that puts travelers within minutes of world-class destinations, a busy city center, the local casinos and race tracks, and surrounds them with premium amenities at all times. Long and short term guests will appreciate all it offers.

Rating
5.3
Fair
Based on 529 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East

  • Indoor pool
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Elevator
  • Adapted bath
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Microwave
  • Snack bar

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned
  • Heating

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

General

  • Telephone

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Services and conveniences

  • 24hr front desk

Pool

  • Indoor pool

Reviews of Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East

5.3
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529 verified ratings
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Very good
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Fair
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Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) There is extremely little to like at the Motel 6 Altoona, IA.
Cons (-) The Motel 6 in Altoona, IA has management that does not care. There is no friendliness, courtesy or graciousness among its staff. It's rooms are dirty. Don't care. It does not present you with the amenities it advertises that you are selecting to pay for. Don't care. The room is dirty. Don't care. There are bugs in the room. Don't care. WiFi is a fee then it is not working. You don't expect to pay...
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Location

3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009

What's nearby

  • Adventureland Park380 m
  • Tornado0.8 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino0.9 km
  • Dragon0.9 km
  • Outlaw1.1 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East

  • Where is Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East located?

    Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East is located at 3225 Adventureland Drive, 3.3 km from the centre of Altoona. Adventureland Park is the closest landmark to Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East.

  • Does Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East offer free parking?

    Yes, Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East offers free parking.

  • How far is Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East from the airport?

    Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East is 18.7 km from Des Moines. Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East is 114.5 km from Fort Dodge.

  • Does Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East have a pool?

    Yes, Motel 6-Altoona, Ia - Des Moines East has a pool on-site.

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Value for money

6.8

Distance to downtown

3.3 km

Nearest Airport

Des Moines

Distance to airport

18.7 km