Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel places you next to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular attractions like Adventureland. This 168-room, 3-star hotel has a casino along with an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cinemark Altoona - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Adventureland - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪B-Bop's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel

Guests of Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel enjoy a casino, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and hair dryers.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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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
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 8.95 to 13.95 for adults and USD 4.95 to 10.95 for children
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • AJs Steakhouse

Things to do

  • 1,700 slot machines
  • 21 gaming tables
  • Casino (85,000 square feet of space)
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sportsbook

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (34,000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 1 2022 to July 31 2023 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8.95 to 13.95 for adults, and USD 4.95 to 10.95 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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 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. 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.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

This hotel in Altoona is within a 10-minute walk of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Cinemark Altoona. You'll also find Adventureland and Outlets of Des Moines within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible van parking are also available for guests.

Does Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

Yes, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel has a casino that's 85000 square feet and includes 21 gaming tables, 1700 slot machines, and a VIP room.

Is there an indoor pool at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and 4 bars/lounges.

Are there hot tubs at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at AJs Steakhouse.

Does Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

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

How close is the airport from Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

The closest major airport to Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 20.6 mi away (32 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel that offer a balcony.

Does Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, friendly staff and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

New, clean, and very comfortable beds...I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was excellent modern and clean and so was casino
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great food at the care, and the horse track was fun!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great Stay!

Beautiful grounds-exceptionally clean. Hotel is super nice-lots of good food choices and good food. Really up to date amenities. Really enjoyed our stay! will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Prairie Meadows Casino, Altoona Iowa

Room was clean and very comfortable. We were really pleased with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was comfortable and clean. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lynann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome Getaway

The room was clean and comfy. AJs Steakhouse was Amazing. The beds are super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything we wanted to do was close enough that we could walk to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Lon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick Getaway

It was a good stay for a couple's quick getaway for one night. Clean rooms with good front desk service. It was a good experience for our first time staying there and we plan to be back for future stays.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay always. Awesome, friendly staff. Very helpful. Rooms quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always like Prairie Meadows. It's always a great atmosphere. I also like the security there, which is very important when I have to travel alone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Exceptionally clean. Outstanding service. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lot of fun
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice,clean,friendly people. overall a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The text checkin was awesome and efficient when I arrived they handed me the key.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Am also impressed with the security.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Nice

Beautiful lobby and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable & clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great trip for quick outing from KC. Will return.

Facilities (casino, hotel and race track) were all nicer than we anticipated. Check in staff and cleaning crew (in hallway) were all friendly. Appreciate that we were able to check in at 2 instead of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the evening horse racing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location, Great staff, Very clean

Great location. It was nice to be connected to the casino and horse track. Great location for restaurants and things to do. The pool was small, but it was never crowded. Hotel staff were very friendly and the hotel and rooms were very clean. A bit more expensive than other hotels in the area, but I'd say it was worth it. Nice restaurant choices inside the hotel/casino as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful time. Everyone was so nice and helpful. Will return again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good customer service -
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022