Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Hotel with free breakfast, 9-minute walk to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

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Dates

November 2025

2

December 2025

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Located near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offers practical comforts close to Adventureland. Enjoy a free breakfast buffet, indoor pool, on-site laundry, and free WiFi.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Gym
Laundry
Parking included
24/7 front desk
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Tomorrow

Nov 3 - Nov 4

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

297 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

2023 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Adventureland - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles
Casey's Center - 14 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬7 min walk
‪Culver's - ‬8 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Hotel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Located close to Adventureland and Outlets of Des Moines, Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.

You'll also find perks like:

Free self parking
RV/bus/truck parking, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
A 24-hour front desk and an elevator
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff

Room features

All 69 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
46-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included

$89 nightly

Nov 9 - Nov 10

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Gym

Family friendly

Grocery/convenience store
In-room crib
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

Business center

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Elevator (44 inch wide door)
Hand-held showerhead
Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
Height-adjustable showerhead
Pool hoist on site
Portable shower seat
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

1 building
3 floors
Built in 2017
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

46-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

More

Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 1 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

Swimming pool

Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Hotel Altoona

Comfort Inn Altoona

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines on Nov 9, 2025 start from $91.91, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines located?

Situated in the entertainment district, this hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Outlets of Des Moines. Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

John

Oct 27, 2025

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

Breakfast good

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Jul 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean and great staff.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Apr 18, 2025

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

Great breakfast! Nice quiet stay

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Jul 26, 2025

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

good location to casino. close to highway. nice staff

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

pat

Jan 25, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It's a nice hotel and the staff we're great

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Feb 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Many restaurants near by. Easy access to interstate.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Aug 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice staff, close to Adventureland and casino.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Mar 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

Rooms were very clean, spacious and comfy bed. Breakfast buffet was great. Would have given a 5 but pool was closed without prior notification.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Dec 24, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property was very well taken care of comfortable and quiet great staff good breakfast

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Jul 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was clean and the staff was friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Jun 26, 2024

Great stay

Clean, comfortable, good value. Would stay again. Easy to get to.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John

Mar 7, 2023

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

Very friendly reception and nice, clean, comfortable room

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Jan 14, 2025

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

I would recommend confer in Altoona to anybody it's a clean place nice staff and everybody is friendly

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caesar

Aug 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was really nice and friendly and lots of parking in a safe lit area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Option

The hotel was excellent and clean at a reasonable rate.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Jan 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Other than a semi crashing into the front of the building, stay was great. Staff was quick to action as the emergency services.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

May 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was average about the room except the mattresses and pillows. They were very lumpy and hard,the pillows were the same. The staff was great,very convenient area to stay at but,will never stay again because of the bed and linens.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilia

Aug 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We visited adventure land stayed here for the night. Great service, comfortable clean beds and a nice free full breakfast before we left back home.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodman

Jan 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This hotel was exactly what I needed on my trip. Easy registration, clean, comfortable, and close to the interstate.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John and Regina

Oct 6, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice clean and comfortable room and good breakfast options. Would stay there again. Thanks

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Aug 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The hotel is a nice place but the price seemed inflated because of the activity in town

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sharon

Mar 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The personnel are friendly and down to earth!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bob

Aug 29, 2024

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

Nice Property

Nice clean and comfortable room. The property is well located with many restaurants nearby. A casino (with attached horseback) is located directly across the road.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Sep 22, 2024

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

Good enough!

Listen, this isn't gonna be the fanciest hotel you ever stay at...but if you need a fairly cheap hotel for a quick stay, this one is just fine. Staff was friendly enough, it was clean enough, and felt safe enough. Breakfast was decent as well!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024