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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(162 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(117 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Altoona

Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is a short stroll from La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines, and other popular attractions like Adventureland are within a 5-minute drive. This 3-star hotel has 80 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Adventureland - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Casey's Center - 14 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Hotel with free breakfast, near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
At La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines, guests enjoy features like an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with concierge services, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 46-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free long-distance calls are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 18 kids stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 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 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.
  • Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Altoona
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

As of Sep 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines on Sep 21, 2025 start from $99.0, 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 La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in Altoona based on their ratings, and it's a short 13-minute walk from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and also 9 minutes on foot from Cinemark Altoona. You'll also find Adventureland and Outlets of Des Moines within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have a casino at the property?

No, La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness facility at this hotel.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have a hot tub?

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

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines serves free self-serve breakfast each morning from its snack bar.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines for a fee of USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night.

Does La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

The closest major airport to La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 23.3 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines.

Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1042 out of 1579 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1579 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1579 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1579 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1579 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog area needs to be clean mor often
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The card only worked half the time to get into our room. No daily change of towels or addition of coffee packets. So crowded two of the days that we decided it wasnt worth the hassle to eat breakfast there. the hotel was clean for the most part and some of the staff was friendly. The pool was a huge disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW, Pella

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for travel. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel was nice and clean. The front desk staff was nonexistent and rude when found. On day two they had shut off our room key and when we went to the front desk to get help it took 20 minutes for someone to show up and help, and then they were rude to me as if I was bothering them. All while my take out dinner is getting cold because I can’t get in my room to eat. I am slow to anger, but was furious. Would never stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk gave my employees who are college age girls a key to an occupied room not once, vyt two times. That is a major safety concern and flat out negligence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

KO

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a great trip! Nice and clean. Breakfast great! Only thing missing is housekeeping making beds and clean towels everyday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were top notch, friendly, helpful and so kind!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

JENNIFER, ST PETERS

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We have had good experiences at other LaQuinta properties. And this one is a nice building in a good area. But… it is dirty and the staffing is not sufficient and management is inept and unprofessional. We had separate reservations for one night each and asked ked that they combine them- before we arrived and twice after we got there. We were assured that was taken care of each time. And yet they didn’t , so our room was not cleaned after our first night and we weee locked out and had no clean towels. Despite the convenient location I would not recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER, Sterling

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayli

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel and nice rooms. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BREANNA, PAPILLION

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and close to Adventureland..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had trouble sleeping due to highway noise but everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there 7 nights! Friendly staff. Very comfortable and clean. The morning breakfast always great!! Highly recommend!! No issues at all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean stay, good breakfast, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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