Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Living History Farms

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Hot Tub
Gym
Housekeeping
Laundry

Explore the area

8789 Plum Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322

Place, Living History Farms
‪7 min drive‬
Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
‪11 min drive‬
Place, Drake University
‪11 min drive‬
Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

450 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

450 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

400 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room

Very good

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Exceptional

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Wonderful

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Exceptional

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Urbandale

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Living History Farms and Drake University. This 93-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

Living History Farms - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
Jordan Creek Town Center - 11 min drive - 8.8 miles
Drake University - 11 min drive - 7.4 miles
Iowa Events Center - 15 min drive - 10.0 miles
Casey's Center - 16 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Living History Farms

At Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a hot tub, a business center, and a meeting room.

Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Pool
Hot Tub
Breakfast included
Kids pool

$92 nightly

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

24-hour gym
Hot tub
Indoor pool

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

Business center
Meeting room

Outdoors

Garden
Pool loungers

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator (36 inch wide door)
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Banquet hall
No plastic drinking straws
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless 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

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

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, 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 Clean Promise (IHG)

Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Urbandale

Holiday Inn Express Urbandale

Urbandale Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express Urbandale Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Suites Urbandale

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG on Oct 26, 2025 start from $90.0, excluding 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 is there to do near Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

This hotel is located in Urbandale, close to Merle Hay Mall, Living History Farms, and Val Air Ballroom. You'll also find Valley West Mall and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

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

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness facility.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 20.8 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

No, at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

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Family friendly

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Guest services

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Entertainment

Food and drink

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