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Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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2502 SE Tones Dr, Ankeny, IA, 50021
  • Place, Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Otter Creek Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Roll In Shower, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Sofabed, Sitting Area, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 6

Mobility Accessible Large Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Larger Room, Microwave And Refrigerator, Wi-Fi

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Ankeny

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. This 84-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Otter Creek Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Woodland Hills Golf Course - 5 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Prairie Ridge Sports Complex - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 7 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

At Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, conference space, and coffee/tea in a common area.
50-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (34 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking. There's also a car charging station.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Premier Hotel
Best Western Premier Ankeny
Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Hotel
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Hotel Ankeny

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

This hotel is located in Ankeny, close to Adventureland, Prairie Ridge Sports Complex, and Outlets of Des Moines. You'll also find Ankeny Art Center and Woodland Hills Golf Course within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel on Mar 15, 2026 start from $89, 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 there parking available at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited parking, an electric car charging station, free RV/bus/truck parking, and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront hotel include a pillowtop mattress and streaming services in each guestroom, and some feature lake view.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

The closest major airport to Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 15.9 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel.

Does Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 571 out of 854 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 854 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 854 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 854 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 854 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mabaraka

Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice front desk person. Clean room, nice bathroom. Beds super comfy with extra big pillows. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Vickie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel room was great, my only complete is that the pool was cold/cool..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff/manager were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheila, West Des Moines

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy, University City

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Beds slept well, parking safe & close
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect. Nice breakfast with protein options, quiet, comfortable bed, lots of pillows. We'll def stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room super clean. Breakfast was better than average. The gentleman that checked us in was very hospitable, friendly, and welcoming. When asked for dinner suggestions he gave us a few to choose from. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J, Acton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet, clean, convenient and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The reservation I booked was for a lake view which we did not get, and the TV didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haibo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable beds and great breakfast choices. Only comment would be to upgrade paper products provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice, clean room. Comfortable bed & pillows. The lobby and set up/layout for breakfast was superior. The whole hotel was very nice and in great condition. We would definitely recommend this hote.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco, Oronoco

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and staff were very courteous. Decent breakfast the next morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne, Fort Gibson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this location! We will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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