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Prairie Meadows Hotel

Property class: 2

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A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp and phone, and artwork on the walls.
A bar area with a sign reading 'PHOTO FINISH LOUNGE,' bar stools, a bar counter, and a television mounted on the wall.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, a lifeguard chair, and a sign indicating no diving.
A hotel hallway with doors numbered 417 and 418, carpeted with a geometric pattern, and walls with a textured design.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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1 Prairie Meadows Dr, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp and phone, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Altoona

Prairie Meadows Hotel places you steps from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and within a 15-minute stroll of Cinemark Altoona. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, 4 bars/lounges and a casino. .This hotel offers an indoor pool, free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include 2 coffee shops/cafes and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Altoona hotel include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cinemark Altoona - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Adventureland - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪B-Bop's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Prairie Meadows Hotel

There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 4 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. A casino, an indoor pool, and a vending machine are also featured at Prairie Meadows Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Altoona hotel.

  • 168 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 4 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Prairie Meadows Hotel offers 168 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • 4 bars/lounges
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • AJ's Steakhouse
  • Cafe at the Meadows
  • Paddock Grill and Deli

Things to do

  • 1,400 slot machines
  • 12 gaming tables
  • Casino (85,000 square foot of space)
  • Indoor pool
  • Sportsbook

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Prairie Meadows Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Prairie Meadows Hotel?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prairie Meadows Hotel on 3 Nov 2026 start from AU$235, 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.

Does Prairie Meadows Hotel have a pool?

Prairie Meadows Hotel has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Prairie Meadows Hotel?

Prairie Meadows Hotel features an indoor pool, 3 restaurants and 4 bars.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Prairie Meadows Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Prairie Meadows Hotel?

Yep, Prairie Meadows Hotel has 3 restaurants.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Prairie Meadows Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Prairie Meadows Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New renovation very clean rooms Extra friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. Had a beautiful, Clean room, Ammities awsome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026