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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and fitness centre

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Indoor pool
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

Explore the area

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2602 SE Creekview Drive, Ankeny, IA, 50021
  • Place, Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ankeny Dog Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Otter Creek Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Ankeny

At Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Des Moines Area Community College and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Ankeny Dog Park. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers in the lobby and a lift. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Ankeny hotel include Casey's Center and Adventureland.

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Ankeny Dog Park - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Otter Creek Golf Course - 5 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Woodland Hills Golf Course - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 7 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and fitness centre
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines also features coffee/tea in common area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a lift. Self parking is free.
  • 56 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offers 56 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This Ankeny hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 15 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 35 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Comfort Inn Hotel Ankeny
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Ankeny Comfort Inn
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Comfort Inn Moines Hotel
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Comfort Inn Ankeny Des Moines
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

Econo Lodge Ankeny - 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 Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

As of 23 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines on 25 Dec 2025 start from AU$92.94, 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 Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

Yep, Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines has a free self car park.

Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines have a pool?

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines has an indoor pool.

Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

No, Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?

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

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 756 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 235 out of 756 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 756 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 756 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 756 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, lots of things around, easy to find, easy to check in, decent rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice & resonable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

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

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top motel for the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ragnar, SCHAUMBURG

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

The staff makes this a great place to stay

The one downside was there are only two handicap parking places. Definitely the upside was the two lovely ladies that work the front desk. They were fun to talk to, laugh with and they showed concern for my daughter who was recovering from ankle surgery. Yes, the beds were comfortable. Yes the room felt safe and offered relaxation. But it is BECAUSE OF THEM I will consider staying here again. We had my other daughter's small dog staying with us. They loved on her and were excited ( along with a friend's daughter) to see her daily. Maple was also looking for them and was overjoyed to see them everytime we came down for a potty break. They were an excellent representation of how this hotel felt more like coming home, home to neighbors that made you feel welcome and included. Everytime we seen them they were cleaning or refreshing the place. Their dedication to service was marvelous. I know if Maple stays there again, she will be looking for their attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Angie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Check-in was simple but the staff was as not friendly. There was a slight musty odor to the room and not enough towels. There were also 3 black pubic hairs in the shower, I quickly removed them before my husband went in the bathroom. I never expect perfection but that is gross. The bed was ok for comfort, I liked the 5 pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

ana

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my room was not clean, and the other one they have bed bugs. So many things need to be fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean accessible and good breakfast options
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Workers were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steve

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Health Hazzard doesn't begin to describe here

Disgusting hotel. The room was 85 degrees when I walked in. Immediately smelled of mildew. The sheets felt sticky. There was mold throughout the shower. The show was dripping wet like someone just finished bathing, there were fingernails on the carpet. The refrigerator was plugged into the lamp because they're was no outlets available. The walls has something brown and sticky caked on them. I went to Walmart and purchased cleaning supplies and air freshener because I was told there was no rooms to be had due to the state fair was going on and I was there for a funeral so proximity was key.
Dirty disgusting entryway
Mold in the shower
Mold in the sbower
Mold in the sbower
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

buddhist presence

Christians should know that buddha is represented at the front desk and sounded like eastern prayer music coming from the office. I am not saying ownership/staff don't have a right to express their religious ideals, only that Christians should know that buddhist influence is apparent. Room was a bit musty smelling. Otherwise a decent experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a good hotel for a short stay before getting up early to head to the Iowa State Fair to show. Accommodated our dog, was definitely a no-frills economy option.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Trudy

It was just okay

While I didn’t eat from the breakfast, there was no coffee, the AC ran constantly and didn’t cool the room much, the back door didn’t lock so anyone could come inside at any hour. The room was good, minus the AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a good clean place! Slept awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Meggan

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a lot of cosmetic things that need to be replaced. In bad shaped at every corner we turned
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were pretty dirty. Stains on the walls, we found a bug in our bed, hair in the tub etc. overpriced for the state the hotel is in. I wouldn’t eat the breakfast food because everything was so dirty. Nice staff but that was about the only positive thing I have to say sadly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amara

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They changed the check-in age policy apparently the day before my stay so i was forced to sleep in my car in west desmoines.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Waffles good. Had microwave And refrig.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

donald

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

Good stay

Perfect for what we needed as a place to stay for get a way with family. Good breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025