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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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460 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Roll-in Shower

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a coffee machine, a microwave, and a desk with a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

Located within a 5-minute walk of Outlets of Des Moines, Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is within a mile (2 km) of Adventureland. This 3-star hotel has 80 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Adventureland - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Casey's Center - 11 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Guests staying at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and Smart TVs with satellite channels and Netflix. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Tennis

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • 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 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona on Sep 6, 2026 start from $133, 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.

What's there to do close to Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

This hotel is located in Altoona, just steps from Outlets of Des Moines. You'll also find Adventureland and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona feature a casino on the premises?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including premium bedding and Netflix in each guestroom, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

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

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 19.5 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 628 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 628 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 628 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 628 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 628 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

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