Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Adventureland

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Lobby
Reception
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
300 34th Avenue NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Adventureland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn places you within a short walk of Outlets of Des Moines and within a mile (2 km) of Cinemark Altoona. This 85-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Hotel with free breakfast, near Adventureland
Guests staying at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area.
40-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

This hotel is located in Altoona within a short 12-minute walk of Outlets of Des Moines. You'll also find Adventureland and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Altoona Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as an indoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Best Western Plus Altoona Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offers free full breakfasts each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Best Western Plus Altoona Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Altoona Inn is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 13.9 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Altoona Inn.

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 642 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Roni

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Amenities
Lady at the desk was very helpful and curious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Great service, friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for the price. Good breakfast, clean rooms, working heat/cooling unit, pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were visiblyon drugs. The floor in my room felt like it was going to give out at any minute, the jacuzzi in my room was nasty so i wasnt able to use it. Not happy period.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
J
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Looked like it was newly remodel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scot

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was friendly. Breakfast was great. Very clean place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian, portage

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fifth straight year I've stayed at this location. Every time the improvements to the location make it easier to keep coming back. Great priced rooms, breakfast is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Close to where we where going
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check was difficult. We couldn’t get anyone to come check us in and had to call the phone number. Turns out she was right in the office ten feet away!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
i was put in a handicap room because of some bird show here in des moines . the lights on the right side of the room didn"t work and the only heater was on the left side of the room so it didnt heat very well. there was no hot water in the bathroom sink and the shower leaks water all over the floor. staff are friendly tho and at least I was offered breakfast early due to having to go to work but I think that was due to the many people that were there.I stayed here alot this month due to the cold weather and believe I should have gotten a small discount
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth

M
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renae

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a great hotel. It was very quiet...they stress that, but being next to an amusement park, I'm sure there are a lot of families, etc. The room was great; clean and the heater/ac worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Dena, Kemah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Small bathroom, cleanliness could be improved
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff during the evening shift asked us for a $200 “just in case” charge when we had checked in, that much seemed absurd to me, I knew hotels did that but every time it has never been nearly as much. When my sister in law checked in, she didn’t get charged. Also it took several phone calls in order to get my second reservation cancelled, the next morning I called and the lady that answered was a sweetheart and fixed the problem right away. All in under 5 minutes, when the night before it took me 2 hours and nothing had been fixed. Whoever that lady in the AM shift was, you were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Morning breakfast was excellent! The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024