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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers start their mornings with a hearty breakfast before splashing into the indoor pool at this convenient Des Moines area hotel

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The Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny offers modern comfort and practical amenities. Guests enjoy a full breakfast each morning and free public WiFi. Self parking makes exploring easy, and the indoor pool provides a refreshing retreat after a day of activities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

Bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bed sheets

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2502 S HULSIZER RD, Ankeny, IA, 50021

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ankeny Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Adventureland - 10 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Iowa State University - 28 min drive - 34.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Property highlights
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG provides free full breakfast and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and shampoo

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Property is also known as

Holiday INN EXP Ankeny
Holiday INN Express DES Moines ankeny
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny an IHG Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

As of Dec 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG on Jan 2, 2026 start from $85.0, 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.

Is Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG located?

Situated in Ankeny, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Des Moines Area Community College and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ankeny Dog Park and Woodland Hills Golf Course. Sunset Park and Westside Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 296 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the cleanliness of the rooms, the bathroom shower was a little awkward to use but other than that no complaints at all. Would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

BYRON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay very good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was great! Very friendly and kind
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property, well run, very nice staff. It also has easy access to the High Trestle Trial, good for bike enthusiasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best stays I ever had. So clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with shopping and restaurants around. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and love how close it is to so many places we like!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was great. We enjoyed the breakfast and nice seating. The room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and so clean. Staff members were nice and accommodating. Location was quiet, yet close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel and the staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great breakfast, heated pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Davey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access was very easy off of a very busy road. From counter staff to service people, exceptionally kind, caring and courteous...will be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, excellent breakfast, fitness room was exactly what I was looking for
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few times and it’s a great experience each time we stay. Breakfast is great, the hotel is clean and rooms are comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel, staff was friendly, bed was super comfortable and breakfast wasnt bad either!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast offered by the hotel was very tasty and the seating available in the somewhat 'lobby' area was unique and quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

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

12/28/2024 Wedding Reception

Excellent stay. Staff was very helpful and kind.
Great venue for a wedding reception.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Amazing hotel

Our stay was amazing! We came down for the state fair and it was like coming home! Bed was so comfortable, nice cool air conditioning, clean and made our trip perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiley

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

Very nice stay

Very clean, lots of restaurant choices nearby and the staff were very friendly and accomodating. Decent breakfast options too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023