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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

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

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Lobby
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Interior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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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

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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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
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 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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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

More

  • 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

More

  • 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.

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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

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

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 471 out of 721 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 721 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 721 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 721 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 721 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great location for I80 travel. Clean, modern, & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean. Bed very comfortable. Rooms are roomy with nice linens. Property is well kept. Nice breakfast options. Roomy lobby. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lester, Little Neck

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and convenient. Excellent breakfast. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice rooms was spacious with a pull out couch only thing was a few stains on the carpet!! Breakfast was pretty good!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Zachary

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean, FIRESTONE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean slept great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Marianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, spacious room and nice staff. Convenient parking. Amenities were so-so. Hand soap far from sink and faucets barely went into sink so there was always water and soap on counter. Breakfast was bland. Close tohighway so easy for a one night stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

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

Convenient, Attractive, Comfortable

The hotel is comfortable and attractive. The location is convenient to the highway, restaurants and fuel. Our room was comfortable and well-supplied.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

It’s all good.

The toilet in room 327 wouldn’t flush at times because the tank wouldn’t fill
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Convenient and comfortable

Convenient, clean and comfortable. Stayed here to visit family was very satisfied. Pool was great and breakfast was plentiful. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Princeton

Liked: Amenities
Updated clean rooms an exhaust fan in the bathroom is nice kept the humuidity out Dove products for the bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania L.

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grad stay overall
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pool rules were not enforced at all. Too many people on hot tub... kids running and throwing footballs from one end of pool to the other... no chairs on pool since the other people had them all outside. Staff came in for towel stuff and saw all this... did nothing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have had good experiences with Holiday Inn Express, highly recommend them for your stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
checked in and he elevator was not working. The guy at the front desk then went in and started banging on something metal in a closet. I took the stairs. NOT what I would call a confident first impression!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the event we were attending and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, great breakfast and friendly lady at the front desk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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