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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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Indoor pool
Lobby
Television
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

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
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

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Television

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • 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
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 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
A short walk from Adventureland, Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East provides laundry facilities, a snack bar/deli and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A free casino shuttle, a lift and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • 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 14 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on 29 June 2025 start from AU$141.18, 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. 162 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 234 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 191 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 212 out of 1000 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Place is neat and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

The staff was very nice and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Pool was great, they were very nice and answered any questions we had. Will definitely be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice quite area
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Friendly staff,
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Made guests feel important
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10

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

2/10

Icky place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10

Ambiance, or lack of same
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10

Bed was very uncomfortable and the pillows were very thin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10

Well, first of all when we got there and checked in our room, had a used bed and no TV on the wall. I went down to tell the front desk person and he told another guy right in front of me that we asked for a room with fewer amenities for a cheaper price, which is not true. After arguing with him for a few minutes, he ended up giving us another room going into that room. There’s no comforters on the beds. Blood stain on the floor overall just not the greatest experience we’ve had with your company. We usually love staying at motel 6s on our travels. After fighting with him for a while about it, he gave us another room. That room had no comforters on the beds, and the floorboards were all separated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

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

Friendly staff, close to many things to do. Good place to rest and refresh.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

The staff is always nice to me. It is a good place to stay and there are lots of nearby options for food etc
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Friendly staff comfortable good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Excellent services, my favorite hotel 👌
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Good beds!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

I stay here pretty regularly, and have not had a bad experience yet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10

Not kid friendly there was guy in this underwear outside all the time going in and out a door that the deadbolt was ripped out of had to ask for towels for the pool they said we had to “exchange our room towels to get pool towels” the light had no bulb in it for the mirror to get ready in front of no soap in the shower cigarette buts inside and outside of the building the TV would not turn off we had to sleep with it on couldn’t figure it out terrible stay will not be returning ever.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

i'm disapointed that this place can charge a competitive rate but do not offer even a small breakfast and most of the time no coffee is availlable. however, the staff is very friendly and this motel is convenient to the truck stop. the rooms are beautiful and always clean .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10

Staff were friendly; property was mediocre at best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10

Overall decent place to rest and relax. Many nearby options for most anything you want to do, the area is not really walking friendly however. The staff is always friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024