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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property

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Indoor pool
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Lobby lounge
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Adventureland
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(162 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(117 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Hotel with free breakfast, near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
This smoke-free hotel features an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. Free self-service breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free manager's reception. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area.
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 46-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Altoona hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision. Guests aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The free breakfast at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Cinemark Altoona. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free manager's reception.
  • Free self-service breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Relax with a drink at the lobby lounge
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a meeting room and a computer
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the comfy beds, overall comfort and cleanliness
  • 13 minutes by foot from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and a 3-minute drive from Adventureland
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Altoona hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free self-service breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception on selected days.
On-site venue – lobby lounge.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 46-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 75 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 18 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 18 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel
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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1041 out of 1582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 1582 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hayli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel and nice rooms. Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BREANNA, PAPILLION

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and close to Adventureland..
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had trouble sleeping due to highway noise but everything else was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there 7 nights! Friendly staff. Very comfortable and clean. The morning breakfast always great!! Highly recommend!! No issues at all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean stay, good breakfast, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline, Casa Grande

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. We stay here every year in May.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the hotel was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
bad experience. went to check in at 5:45 in the evening and no one at the desk for 20 minutes and phone number on sihn was only ringing at the desk. left and cam eback...finally got checked in but computers werent working and she said she would handle it....then got call at 4:00AM in my room saying cc declined and they needed a new one right now! No offer of compensation taking La Quinta off my list
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It took the desk clerk three tries to get us working room keys. Very limited supply of towels
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brook

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mohammad Ateeq

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Altoona

Everything went great. Service was excellent. Nice big breakfast with lot of choices. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

john

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
0
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eric, Vacaville

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Nice amenities. Bathrooms lack exhaust fans. Need nicer towels
Stayed 1 night in May 2025