Nightly rates from $59
Rate based on Check-in: Feb 15, 2012 Check-out: Feb 16, 2012

Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

3 stars
2101 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.9
out of 5
55 reviews
Average stay, price a little high compared to other hotels.

The bed was awsome the rest was like any average hotel room. See full review

  • kinney62000
  • Nov 14, 2011
just somewhere to sleep

Room was clean but needs to be remodeled. Front desk not friendly. Two large spider in shower. Had... See full review

  • Chado
  • Oct 4, 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.
Highlights
  • Altoona hotel off Interstate 80 and very close to Adventureland Amusement Park and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
  • Hotel offers regular rooms plus themed suites (jungle, mountain, vineyards)
  • Free deluxe continental breakfast and high-speed Internet
  • Indoor pool and spa at Settle Inn and Suites Altoona
Location
The budget Settle Inn and Suites Altoona is located off of Interstate 80 on Adventureland Drive. The hotel is within walking distance to Adventureland Amusement Park and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.
Rooms
The 67 rooms at the interior-corridor Settle Inn and Suites Altoona range from single queen, single king and double queen rooms. Select rooms include whirlpools, and some are themed (jungle, mountain, vineyard). All rooms include cable TV, free local calls and free high-speed Internet. Guests can choose between smoking and nonsmoking rooms. The hotel has pet-friendly rooms (fees apply, call for details).
Features
The Settle Inn and Suites Altoona offers a free, deluxe continental breakfast that includes breakfast breads, weekend biscuits and gravy, cereals, make-your-own waffles, juice, coffee and tea. Other perks include an on-site guest laundry and an indoor pool and a spa.
Transportation
  • Des Moines International Airport (16.4 mi/26.4 km)
Attractions
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (0.6 mi/1 km)
  • Adventureland Amusement Park (1.1 mi/1.7 km)
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds (6.6 mi/10.6 km)
  • Iowa State Capitol (9.1 mi/14.7 km)
  • Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center (9.7 mi/15.6 km)
  • Des Moines Civic Center (9.9 mi/16 km)
  • Principal Park (10.4 mi/16.8 km)
  • Des Moines Botanical Center (10.5 mi/16.9 km)
  • Science Center of Iowa (11 mi/17.7 km)
  • Drake University (11.1 mi/17.9 km)
Business
  • One 800-square-foot meeting room for up to 40 people
  • Free high-speed Internet

Hotel Map

2101 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009

Area served
Altoona, Des Moines
Nearby airports
Des Moines International, (DSM), 14.00, SW, Mile; Municipal, (TNU), 24.00, E, Mile
Area description
Suburban - The perfect place to stay while in the Des Moines area. This lo

Amenities

  • 24 Hour Front Desk
  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Elevators
  • Exercise Gym
  • Fire Alarm with Light
  • Fitness center
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free parking
  • Hairdryer in Room
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Heated Guest Rooms
  • Ice Machine
  • Indoor Pool
  • Iron
  • Jacuzzi
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Outdoor Parking
  • Pool
  • Shower
  • Smoke Detectors
  • Television with Cable
  • TV Remote Control
  • Wake-up Service
  • Wheel Chair Access

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
3:00 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.

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Guest Reviews (55)

Ratings and reviews for Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Overall score

2.9 / 5
55 out of 55
Amenities:
3.1
Room cleanliness:
3.3
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
3.3
Location:
4.3
Value:
3.4

65% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

3
kinney62000
Boone, Iowa
Nov 14, 2011

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
Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

2
Chado
Iowa, USA
Oct 4, 2011

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
Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

2
TLB
Omaha, NE
Aug 9, 2011

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
Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

1
CW
Charles City, IA
Jul 29, 2011

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

Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

4
Judy Donut Queen
Omaha, Ne
Jul 8, 2011

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.

Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

3
peabody
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Jun 27, 2011

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!!

Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

4
BG
So. CA
Jun 17, 2011

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
Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

4
rundallmom
altoona, iowa
May 31, 2011

Very Comfortable!!

We attended the races in Newton and after a long day, were anxious for a shower and a comfortable nights sleep. Check in was quick and the desk person was very friendly. The room was clean, and while we were just there to sleep, we were pleased. The bed was comfortable, the sheets were clean and crisp, and there was hot water for a much needed shower. It was quiet and we got a good nights sleep for the following day at the races. It is easy to get to and from Newton. We plan on staying again for the remainder of the race weekends.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

1
CHARLIE
SIOUX CITY
May 8, 2011

PLACE SUCKED--

WE WERE GIVEN A NON SMOKING ROOM NEXT TO A SMOKING ROOM.THE SMOKE SEEPED INTO THE ROOM WE WERE SLEEPING IN--I GOT A SINUS HEADACHE--WHEN I COMPLAINED, THE OWNERS AS MUCH AS SAID "TOUGH LUCK"--NOT RESPONSIVE.--CP

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Settle Inn and Suites Altoona

Reviewer score

1
Frequent Traveler
Minnesota
Jan 31, 2011

A bad place to stay.

Disgusting, dirty, small and uncomfortable. Plus no workout facilities. The staff couldn't stop talking to each other about their personal life long enough to take care of us. We would never consider staying their again - especially because it was overpriced for how truly bad it was.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
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