Hotel Overview
Settle Inn Altoona
It's not the Taj Mahal, but was clean and comfortable, and the service was good. Breakfast was very...
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KMPMAI
- Mar 30, 2012
Average stay, price a little high compared to other hotels.
The bed was awsome the rest was like any average hotel room.
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kinney62000
- Nov 14, 2011
Homey, budget-minded Des Moines hotel with character-filled rooms
The Settle Inn and Suites Altoona offers 67 rooms, including themed suites (jungle, mountain, vineyards). A stay at the hotel means a free deluxe continental breakfast and free high-speed Internet. Guests also have access to an indoor pool and spa, guest laundry and lobby with fireplace. The Altoona hotel is within a mile of Adventureland Amusement Park and across the street from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, as well as off Interstate 80.Settle Inn & Suites Altoona Rooms
- 1 King Bed Smoking
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- 1 King Winners Circle Theme Whir
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- 1 King Jungle Themed Whirlpool
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- 1 King Corporate Whirlpool
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- 1 King Mountain Retreat Themed W
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- 1 King Oriental Themed Whirlpool
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- 1 King Corporate Whirlpool Non-S
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- 1 King Presidental Bedroom Theme
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- 1 King Vineyards Themed Whirlpoo
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- 1 King Safari Themed Whirlpool
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- 1 King Meadows Themed Whirlpool
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- 1 Queen Bed-Smoking
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- 1 King Tropical Escape Themed Wh
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- 1 King Western Themed Whirlpool
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- Single Queen Bed ADA Compliant N
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- 1 Queen Bed w Sofa Sleeper Smoki
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- 2 Queen Beds-Smoking
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- 1 King Bed Non Smoking
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- 1 Queen Bed Non Smoking
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- 2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking
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- 1 Queen Bed ADA Compliant Non Sm
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- 1 Queen Bed w Sofa Sleeper Non-S
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Altoona, Harlan, Des Moines
- Nearby airports
- Des Moines International, (DSM), 14.00, MI, SW; Municipal, (TNU), 24.00, MI, E;
- Area description
- Suburban, The perfect place to stay while in the Des Moines area. This lo
Amenities
- 24 Hour Front Desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible parking
- AM/FM Alarm Clock
- Bath Tub
- Coffee Maker in Room
- DVD Player
- Elevators
- Exercise Gym
- Fire Alarm with Light
- Fitness center
- Free Local Telephone Calls
- Free parking
- Hairdryer in Room
- Heated Guest Rooms
- Ice Machine
- Indoor Pool
- Iron
- Jacuzzi
- Maid Service
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Parking
- Pool
- Recliner
- Shower
- Smoke Detectors
- Television with Cable
- Temperature Control
- TV Remote Control
- Wake-up Service
- Wheel Chair Access
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 03:00 PM
- Check-out:
- 11:00 AM
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (58)
Ratings and reviews for Settle Inn & Suites Altoona
- All travelers (58) 2.9 / 5
- Business (7) 3 / 5
- Couples (19) 2.5 / 5
- Families (26) 3.1 / 5
- Friends (2) 4 / 5
- Singles (3) 3 / 5
- L.G.B.T. (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 3.2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3.4
- Hotel staff:
- 3.7
- Room comfort:
- 3.3
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.4
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
J Smith
Good value, but a bit loud from the nearby highways
I booked this hotel for my work colleague, and we were pleased with the overall value, cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff, and the location which is convenient to Des Moines and major highways. It is also within walking distance to at least 2 restaurants (especially the Big Steer which is a lovely and delicious slice of Americana) and has a free shuttle to the nearby casino complex where there are a few more restaurants. The room decor is a bit dated, but it's all clean and in good shape, so to me that's good enough for a budget hotel. The one downside is that at night the noise from the freeway traffic is a bit loud. But if travelers are used to that or bring earplugs, this is a great choice.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Go to the Big Steer restaurant. Even if you don't order beef (which is top-notch) it's a classic Midwest atmosphere, outstanding service, good quality, and delicious homemade bread delivered to your table.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
winmoneyfast
Basketball and Gambling
The front desk staff was very polite and helpful. The hotel was decorated with a medival flair. We enjoyed our clean room and breakfast was excellent.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
The casino is right across the street, but they also offer a shuttle.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
KMPMAI
Settle Inn Altoona
It's not the Taj Mahal, but was clean and comfortable, and the service was good. Breakfast was very similar to other chains.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
kinney62000
Average stay, price a little high compared to other hotels.
The bed was awsome the rest was like any average hotel room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Chado
just somewhere to sleep
Room was clean but needs to be remodeled. Front desk not friendly. Two large spider in shower. Had a non smoking room but could smell people smoking in room next door. We will not stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
TLB
If you don't care where you stay
Went to Adventureland stayed 1 night hotel was dirty, smelly, had light bulbs burnt out in our room. Refridgerator didn't work, whole place smelled like cigarettes. Didn't look like a good detailed cleaning had been done in years. The whole place needs to be updated. looks as though its falling apart.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 1
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
CW
Not worth the price you pay!
My husband & I chose this due to the room was decorated in the western theme & it matched perfectly to our wedding ceremony/reception theme. We just wanted to get away for a couple days to relax. The room that we stayed in was not clean. We had dead bugs laying all over the floor, which the front office had been notified about right away and when the housekeepers came to clean while we were gone, they still did not clean them. My husband had to go to front desk to tell them that it hadnt been cleaned properly.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 1
Sightseeing tip:
Short drive from hotel
Adventureland Park
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Judy Donut Queen
Super Fun Trip
The hotel was very pleasant. My granddaughter had a wonderful time. I just wish we had the time to use the pool. We went to Adventureland and just ran out of time and steam! Overall we had a great time at the hotel too.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
The hotel directory in the room was very helpful at finding the perfect place for dinner.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
peabody
Disappointed!!
This was our 2nd time staying at this hotel while attending the races at the Iowa Speedway. While this hotel is older, I don't have a problem with that. What I have a problem with is cleanliness. The room was nice but the shower was filthy! It was very difficult to even get in it. There was a build up of nicotine and something brown splattered on the wall. There was also something on the wall outside the shower. There was little toilet paper on the roll, but there was a new roll on the vanity. There were also a couple of what looked like hair balls near the bed. Speaking of the bed, it was so uncomfortable and the sheets wouldn't stay on the mattress. The bed had dips and bumps and I woke up feeling achey and not rested. It wasn't worth the $100+ I had to pay for the room.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 2
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Bosselman's (sp) rocks! Great atmosphere, food and staff for a truck stop!!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
BG
good choice
stop for night before continuing trip
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
