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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Adventureland

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Exterior
Vending machine
Exterior
Indoor pool
Television

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

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/bath 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/bath 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/bath 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/bath 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/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

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

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

Motel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Close to Adventureland, Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A free casino shuttle, a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • A lift and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (99 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (89 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
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
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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM
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
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is 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
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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on 18 Aug 2025 start from NZ$123.49, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

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

Situated in Altoona, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cinemark Altoona and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Outlets of Des Moines and Altoona Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 237 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 187 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 211 out of 1004 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fredrick

I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just right for a one night stay on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Dorene

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Won't stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Place is neat and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Donavon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Open 24 hours. We checked in at 2am! Nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good @@@@@
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was very nice and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angelore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good customer service .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Audra

Bedding could’ve had a little more substance. Froze the whole night, even after turning the air up
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was great, they were very nice and answered any questions we had. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

mackenzie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I got bit up by bed bugs and was told the pool was open and it wasn't
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quite area
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Made guests feel important
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Leanne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Icky place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, close to things to do and nearby food options. I believe the pool is open again, but I have not tried it out yet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, close to many things to do. Good place to rest and refresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

James C

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ambiance, or lack of same
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025