Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel with free parking, near Adventureland

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November 2025

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Travelers stay connected with in-room WiFi at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East while enjoying proximity to major attractions. The property's indoor pool offers a refreshing break after a day of excitement, and the on-site deli provides quick snacks between adventures.

Popular amenities

Pool
Pet friendly
Housekeeping
Laundry
Parking included
Air conditioning

Room options

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Tonight

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Tomorrow

Nov 2 - Nov 3

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

TV

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

3225 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

Adventureland - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Outlets of Des Moines - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 6.4 miles
Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪Subway - ‬2 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬13 min walk
‪Culver's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Close to Adventureland, Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East provides amenities like laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

An indoor pool
Free self parking
A free casino shuttle, a vending machine, and an elevator
A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff

Room features

All 115 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.

Other amenities include:

Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
TVs with cable channels
Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and phones

Similar properties

Pool
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$67 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 casino shuttle
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

Snack bar/deli

Things to do

Indoor pool

Family friendly

Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Vending machine

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 (39 inch wide door)
Phone accessibility kit
Pool hoist on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)

More

1 building
2 floors
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water

More

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free local calls
Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

2 total pets

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A damage deposit of USD 150 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

6 Moines East Altoona

Motel 6 Moines East Altoona

6 Altoona, Ia Des Moines East

Motel 6 Des Moines East Altoona

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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:30 AM–9:00 PM.

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

As of Nov 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on Nov 9, 2025 start from $65.99, 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 Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

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

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East located?

Situated in Altoona, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cinemark Altoona and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Outlets of Des Moines and Altoona Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

6.0

5.8

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

5.4

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

CHRISTINA

Aug 17, 2025

Liked: Amenities

We just needed a place to shower and sleep that was clean. This fit the bill.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Jul 13, 2025

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

A very good stay. Hotel was recently updated and comfortable. Bot ice machines were malfunctioning during our stay, but staff made ice available on request to help alleviate the inconvenience. Great hotel for the price and we will be returning here next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janella

May 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The staff was very nice and friendly

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Jun 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Open 24 hours. We checked in at 2am! Nice room.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Jul 6, 2025

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

Very good @@@@@

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Jun 10, 2025

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

Quiet and clean

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Jun 16, 2025

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

It was good

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Apr 3, 2025

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

Nice quite area

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Aug 11, 2025

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

Pool not even open

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Apr 4, 2025

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

Made guests feel important

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

Jun 16, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The door in between floors was rigged and tied back with wire staff helped get us a different room but very impersonable. I didnt get the " Im gald your staying with us feeling. I will not stay again

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Oct 20, 2024

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

The staff is always nice to me. It is a good place to stay and there are lots of nearby options for food etc

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Feb 22, 2024

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

Very clean rooms and friendly staff

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Mar 8, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

Icky place

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Jul 9, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Manager knocked on my door at midnight told me I had to vacate cuz I didn't pay I tried to show him my itinerary number that I paid he took me down to the office called me a liar told me to get out and then found out the girl who checked me in didn't do it properly on the computer I had to ask him to apologize

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Oct 20, 2024

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

I stay here pretty regularly, and have not had a bad experience yet.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bradley

May 11, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay away!!!!!

Absolutely a terrible disgusting place. My kids were crying it’s so bad. Motel 6 should condemn this pile of crap! Bugs in bathtub. Smoke. Absolutely disgusting

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Apr 14, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Bed was very uncomfortable and the pillows were very thin

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Aug 5, 2024

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

Decent place to lay your head for the night, and shower.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

James C

May 1, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ambiance, or lack of same

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Dec 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

i'm disapointed that this place can charge a competitive rate but do not offer even a small breakfast and most of the time no coffee is availlable. however, the staff is very friendly and this motel is convenient to the truck stop. the rooms are beautiful and always clean .

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Sep 9, 2024

OK room for an overnight stay

Worked for the night

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Sep 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

It was a good stay for the night, right off the interstate. Safe but looks a little creepy with the truck parking behind. Good price for the night though.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024