Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchenette
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

Explore the area

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3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Altoona

At Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Outlets of Des Moines. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Altoona motel include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cinemark Altoona - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

As a guest of Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Altoona motel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers 40 accommodations with air conditioning. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
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, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • One child aged 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Altoona
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

As of 4 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on 10 May 2026 start from AU$89, 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 Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Yep, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

No, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

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

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 499 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Hua

Even though the room is non-smoking, outside the room is full of cigarettes smell. The AC unit made a loud noise.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed there for a few months and I must say how quiet the place is. The rooms were nice and clean. There is always someone at the front desk at all hours to help you when you need help. Vending machines actually have things you can eat and not just snacks!! Employees were very kind and helpful. No regrets in booking at Studio 6!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Michelle, Des Moines

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Michele

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice. No hair dryer. Pool was closed. Had to interrupt staff on their cell phones when I had a question or needed something. Not a secure hotel. Too many open doors.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice enough room with all immenities. Even had a little hotplate stove
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dan

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking lot wasn’t full at all, but seems like they wanted everyone in the same area. Neighboring room was loud all night. Room was decent. Didn’t like they put me in a handicap room. Hallway was disgusting. Had a bad smell.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

The room itself reasonable clean without any bugs as far as I could tell. The property is run down - halls look and smell like something out of a horror movie. It got me off the road when I was weary, but wouldn’t recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liona

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marshall

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unfortunately had a couple next to me that were high on something and continued to yell and scream at each another for 3 days straight, hallways carpet stained and smells of someone smoking pot. Also put down 100 deposit and left the room spotless with same amount of towels and sheets and pillow. I wased all linin and towels my first day there and day I left. Still have not recovered my deposit of $100 back and still no explaintion why. Has big nice inside pool which of course if was closed , hotel in good location if Ownerr would clean up the place , kick out the trouble makers and hold your rental customers to standard of keeping the peace and quiet and no drugs allowed, could be decent place. In mean time Do Not stay here
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley or Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liona

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025