Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Adventureland - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
Iowa Events Center - 14 min drive - 15.4 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Flying J Travel Center - 2 min drive
Subway - 4 min drive
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
About this property
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines puts you within a 15-minute drive of Iowa State Fairgrounds. After splashing around at the indoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a 24-hour fitness center and a snack bar/deli. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
80 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 18 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free reception (select days)
Room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Built in 2019
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
46-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - lobby lounge.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the fitness facility with adult supervision
Policies
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Also known as
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Altoona
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel Altoona
Frequently asked questions
Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Quinta by Wyndham 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 La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (13-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and nearby?
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
What's the area around La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines like?
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is located a short 13-minute walk from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
December 17, 2024
John
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 16, 2024
maxwell
maxwell, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
December 16, 2024
Cheri
Cheri, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 10, 2024
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 9, 2024
Very Good Place to Stay
I wish I remembered the name of the gentleman at the front desk. He was very professional and pleasant. He was working the bar and the front desk and never missed a beat. The hotel is very clean and in great condition.
Janusz
Janusz, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 9, 2024
Nice hotel
Hotel was nice. Modern, clean, and in a very good location.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 7, 2024
Alicia
Alicia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 6, 2024
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 3, 2024
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
December 3, 2024
Nice & Relaxing
Randy
Randy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
December 2, 2024
Will we be back?
We (my wife and I )stay here every year for Black Friday shopping. This year was great, the room did have a smell... It wasn't sewer and it wasn't bad. You just got whiff when you stepped in the door. Shower water pressure was low but good enough for a shower. I'm a tough customer to please however this hotel did it... We'll be back again!
Jeremy
Jeremy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
November 29, 2024
New pillows are terrible, very hard, feels like straw. I borrowed a pillow from my son’s house to be able to sleep. These pillows were not a good idea. At least, keep some old ones that guest can ask for. Everything else was great.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
November 28, 2024
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
November 26, 2024
Lindsey
Lindsey, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
November 22, 2024
Disappointed
The hotel is relatively new. Decor is decent. We upgraded to a king suite and the room was roomy and comfortable for the most part. One of the two televisions didn't work, the shower pressure was extremely low. I went to pull out one of the "clean" folded towels only to discover that it was soaking wet. The sink had a leak that not only soaked the towel but the floor as well. From the look of the shelf, it has been leaking for awhile. Towels were like sandpaper and the tissue box had ONE tissue in it. Chexknin was not great, the front desk guy was not pleasant and didnt greet me upon arrival. Best part of the stay? The free breakfast was actuality pretty tasty.
TRICIA
TRICIA, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
November 13, 2024
Connor
Connor, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
November 12, 2024
Not disability friendly
My stay was one of the worst stays in a hotel I've ever had. I have a back disability
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
November 11, 2024
Jordan
Jordan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
November 11, 2024
It was good as usual. Remote didn't work on one of the TVs.
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
November 6, 2024
Joy
Joy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
November 5, 2024
Toni
Toni, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
October 31, 2024
This is a very clean and friendly place. In great area.
JUDY
JUDY, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
October 30, 2024
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
October 27, 2024
We had a nice stay. It's close to our favorite bbq place here in town. Elevators were our of service and they found a room on the first floor for us since we had a full car from our road trip to unload in and out of the room. With my husbands sciatica in his leg, we appreciated not having to climb stairs several times to bring things in and out of our car.