Altoona, IA

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Tree tree stands out proudly against a bright blue sky with dramatic clouds. The trees is at the edge of a prairie area.
Tree tree stands out proudly against a bright blue sky with dramatic clouds. The trees is at the edge of a prairie area.
The Tornado and Dragon roller coasters at Adventureland.

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My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3 out of 5
2315 Adventureland Drive Altoona IA
$98 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
$110 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (958 reviews)
Very nice place to stay. Good service as well.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3 out of 5
1785 11th Street NW Altoona IA
$85 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$95 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,496 reviews)
Good quality

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Adventureland Inn

Adventureland Inn

2.5 out of 5
3200 Adventureland Dr Altoona IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Our stay was terrible. The room had tile flooring which was cold and made the room echo. The trim around the bottom of the bathroom wall was coming off. The shower drain was so clogged that you were standing in water about an inch or two above your ankle. We did,however, keep getting told by the ...

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2025

Adventureland Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Modern Comfort. Perfect location, close to I-80 and sparkling clean!

Modern Comfort. Perfect location, close to I-80 and sparkling clean!

Des Moines IA
Stay at this vacation home in Altoona. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Adventureland and Copper Creek Golf ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Perfect property for our needs.

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Modern Comfort. Perfect location, close to I-80 and sparkling clean!
Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4 out of 5
550 Watson Powell Junior Way Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Casey's Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
The property had the basics of what we needed and worked well for our family. Staff had great communication. Laundry was good.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!

LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!

Waukee IA
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Waukee. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Hawthorne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
This home was perfect for our group. The hot tub was very nice and clean. We utilized the grill and outside seating area. The downstairs bar area was a great hang out for our group. The kids had fun playing pool and ping pong. The beds were very comfortable. We will definitely stay again.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Altoona

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
105
5 - Excellent 34%
4 - Good
154
4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
44
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

No opinion. It was just on I-80 on my way back to Michigan. The only reason we stopped was to sleep overnight.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Bass Pro Shop, Fishbowl Bowling, by Des Moines with more attractions

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

LOTS TO DO

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Easy to get around. Alot of things to do.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

A nice place, good mall and Bas Pro more dining selections would be nice

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The Big Steer Restaurant is a must eat while your in the area.

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