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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Property class: 2.5

Photo gallery for Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

A reception area with a wooden wall, a reception desk, and seating with red chairs.
A gym with cardio machines, a weight bench, and a mirror.
A hotel reception area with a counter, coffee machine, and various amenities.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Explore the area

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2023 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and two lamps.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Altoona

At Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines you'll be within a 10-minute stroll of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and within 30 minutes of Adventureland. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Altoona hotel include Outlets of Des Moines and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Cinemark Altoona - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Adventureland - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Altoona Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business centre. The business-friendly Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines also features a fitness centre, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Altoona hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 2017
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 46-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift (112 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Hotel Altoona

Comfort Inn Altoona

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

As of 9 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines on 4 Oct 2026 start from AU$125, 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.

Is parking available at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Yep, Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines has a free self car park.

Is Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines is a hit with families.

Does Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is served weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

No, Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 539 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 539 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 539 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 539 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 539 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and the rooms were nice for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, clean room. Enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel has been there a while and even with the casino across the street, it's like it's brand new
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was eggs, biskets and gravey, sasuage links , yogurt, waffles, apple oranges snd pastries , ceral , toast and hard boiled eggs. Freah and tasted hood. Room was clean air conditioning worked and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Door to room didn’t lock, pool was out of order and fridge leaked. Overall it was sufficient and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel/room was clean. Staff was helpful and friendly. Pool was unavailable which was a bummer but could use pool at next door hotel if wanted. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

Altoona hotel

Nice hotel in altoona
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

justyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and nice hotel for the night in between of destinations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay for short trip staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Nice quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was good for a night and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very well taken care of comfortable and quiet great staff good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a nice hotel and the staff we're great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deloris

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was cold and not a lot to choose from
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay. Room was very clean, but the room was a little small.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night stay passing through town. Hotel was clean and the room was just right. We’ve stayed here before and will definitely stay again when passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly with good dining and activities around
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Nice breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025