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Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel, walk to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

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Casino
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Front of property
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Buffet
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Popular LocationPrairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino6 min walk
  • Popular LocationOutlets of Des Moines3 min drive
  • Popular LocationAdventureland4 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)31 min drive

Room options

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Altoona

At Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel you'll be steps from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Adventureland. Highlights at this hotel include 4 bars/lounges, a casino and a restaurant. .The steakhouse, AJs Steakhouse, serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool and gym. 34000 square feet (3159 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 1 PM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Altoona hotel, attractions include Iowa State Fairgrounds and Hy Vee Hall.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 6 min walk
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive
  • Adventureland - 4 min drive
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive
  • Drake University - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 14 min walk
  • Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 5 min drive
  • Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh - 4 min drive

About this property

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel

Comfortable hotel, walk to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 34000 square feet (3159 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A casino, gift shops/newsstands, and a sportsbook are also featured at the business-friendly Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Altoona hotel.

  • 168 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 34000 sq ft of conference space
  • 3159 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2012
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel offers 168 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 1 PM on weekends; USD 8.95 to 13.95 for adults and USD 4.95 to 10.95 for children
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • AJs Steakhouse

Things to do

  • 1,700 slot machines
  • 21 gaming tables
  • Casino (85,000 square foot of space)
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sportsbook

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (34,000 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 10.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 October 2022 to 31 July 2023 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Tuesday:
  • Restaurant

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 available for USD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 8.95 to 13.95 for adults and from USD 4.95 to 10.95 for children
  • Late check-out fee: USD 10.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Yep, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel have a pool?

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel features an outdoor pool, an indoor pool and 4 bars.

Is Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a deli and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order breakfast is served on weekdays from 7 AM to 10:30 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 1 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

No, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always like Prairie Meadows. It's always a great atmosphere. I also like the security there, which is very important when I have to travel alone.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick Getaway
It was a good stay for a couple's quick getaway for one night. Clean rooms with good front desk service. It was a good experience for our first time staying there and we plan to be back for future stays.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Ron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Anessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay always. Awesome, friendly staff. Very helpful. Rooms quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon, Ankeny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate that the gentlemen at the front desk told me he would give me a late checkout since I didn’t check in until 1 am and they weren’t fully booked for the next night. Appreciate that offer without asking for it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Veronica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay!
Beautiful grounds-exceptionally clean. Hotel is super nice-lots of good food choices and good food. Really up to date amenities. Really enjoyed our stay! will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022