Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Bed sheets
Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Explore the area

Map
2502 S HULSIZER RD, Ankeny, IA, 50021
  • Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ankeny

At Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Des Moines Area Community College and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Ankeny Dog Park. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Ankeny hotel include Wells Fargo Arena and Adventureland.

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Adventureland - 13 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Drake University - 16 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG also features an indoor pool and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This Ankeny hotel is smoke free.

  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations, with complimentary bottles of water. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

As of 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG on 6 July 2025 start from AU$170.92, 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 Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG has an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG serve breakfast?

Yep, visitors give top marks to the free full breakfast here! Available weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

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

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 218 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and love how close it is to so many places we like!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newer facility with comfortable look and furnishings. Staff at check in looked and performed in professional manner, greeted with a smile. Room was clean and welcoming. Slept well, had good breakfast next morning. Would stay again next time in area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHY, SAVAGE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stày
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

2/10 Terrible

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

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

Great stay

Very comfortable and clean. Never heard anyone. Free breakfast was very good. Bed was comfortable. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tami

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

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita, Marshfield

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with shopping and restaurants around. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jay

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

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

12/28/2024 Wedding Reception

Excellent stay. Staff was very helpful and kind.
Great venue for a wedding reception.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is rather new and has some excellent features. I liked the way shampoo, etc. was delivered. I liked the closet. I found the bed not to be comfortable for me. I found the mattress too hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful night perfect for a one night mini vacation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024