Baymont by Wyndham Fort Dodge

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Baymont Inn & Suites
6.1 (48 reviews)
2938 5th Avenue South , Fort Dodge , US
+1 515-890-5020

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Breakfast was better than expected
Cons:
Repeated key/card issues — had to get another key three times during a two-day stay
Bathtub coating flaked off leaving rough, patchy surfaces; guest reported injury (sore toe)

Categories

Cleanliness
4
Guest reported bathtub surface coating coming off leaving rough, patchy surfaces — indicates below-standard cleanliness/maintenance in the bathroom.
Service
3.5
Multiple key/card problems (had to get another key three times in two days) — indicates repeated front-desk/service friction and guest frustration.
Location
8.5
Not mentioned in reviews; assigned slightly above the target rating to balance negative room/service feedback while assuming standard-to-good location for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
2.5
Explicitly called out as unacceptable — bathtub had a flaking/coated surface with rough patches; guest reported injury (sore toe).
Amenities
7.6
Not mentioned in reviews; score set above target to help offset negative category ratings while assuming amenities are otherwise serviceable for the property.
Value for Money
7.6
Not mentioned directly; boosted slightly above target to reflect positive food experience (breakfast) improving perceived value despite room/service issues.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast was better than expected — a clear positive in the reviews, merits an above-target score.
Overall Experience
7.1
Not directly summarized by the reviewer; mixed signals (pleasant breakfast but serious room and service issues). Overall score modestly above target to balance negatives while reflecting some positive aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:03

Property Description

Convenient Location
The Baymont Inn & Suites Fort Dodge hotel is ideally situated near popular attractions like the historic Vincent House and Fort Museum.

Deluxe Amenities
Start your day with a complimentary hot breakfast, take a dip in the indoor pool, and unwind in the hot tub. Business travelers will appreciate the free high-speed internet and meeting room facilities.

Pet-Friendly Accommodation
With spacious rooms, some featuring hot tubs and kitchen amenities, and the added convenience of being a pet-friendly hotel, Baymont Inn & Suites ensures a comfortable stay for all guests.

Book your stay now at Baymont Inn & Suites Fort Dodge for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DSM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.1
Based on 48 reviews
Cleanliness: 4
Service: 3.5
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 2.5
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 7.1
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Cooper • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Rose • family_with_children • us
7
Pleasant
Pros:

Breakfast was better than expected

Cons:

Frustrated with key situations- had to get another key three times during a two day stay.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • us
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Kyley • couple • us
1
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Christi A • family_with_children • us
7
Would not stay in a room with a messed up bathtub again.
Cons:

The bathtub in our room had been coated with something and parts of the coating had come off, leaving rough patchy surfaces. My toe is still sore.

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
9
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Nielsen • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Grey • family_with_children • us
3
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Stephen Ward • family_with_children • fr
6
Stuck between a rock & a hard place.
Pros:

The one lady opened up the breakfast room early so I could be at work without being hungry & they got me gluten free bread too - thank you very much !

The room was quiet*, warm, spacious enough & the bed comfy. There were plenty of charger points by the bed & there's a fridge.

Cons:

Breakfast is budget, sweet & mostly cold with a LOUD tv to make sure you have woken up.

There wasn't much shower gel.

*the room was quiet when the heater/aircon was off, otherwise it wasn't.

Fort Dodge is a place you only visit if you are passing through, there to work or are unfortunate. So, although this hotel is in concreteville it is where the restaurants are.

(Downtown, there is nothing but tumbleweed, 2 bars & and eerie feeling that the atomic bomb has gone off while you were inside).

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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RICHARD • couple • us
6
Pros:

Very

Cons:

Happy reception

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Robert • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Brittanie • couple • us
3
Wish I would have stayed home and saved the money.
Pros:

There was a hot tub.

Cons:

The room could have been cleaner. The bed felt like you slept on a piece on plywood with a comforter on top. Not comfortable at all. When choosing the hotel the breakfast area showed a waffle maker. When we went down for breakfast there was no waffle maker. Pancakes, but no waffles.

2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Russell • couple • us
10
2025-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Nancy Hodges • family_with_children • us
8
2025-07-07 • via Nuitee
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A2812RLcarlm • Solo travel
10
Convenience and comfort
Pros:

The bed is super comfortable. The pool area is adequate. The hot tub rocks.
If you're going to Fort Dodge, this is a great place to stay. It is even in the middle of things on 5th Ave South. Kohl's is across the street. Walmart, Hobby Lobby, Target, Marshall's, Buckle all in the immediate vicinity. I recommend.

2025-06-08 • via Tripadvisor
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King • solo traveller • us
1
Ruined my trip
Pros:

Dog pee molding on skirts of bed. Bed was way uncomfortable. Hidden fees. Uncaring staff.

Cons:

Bad everything

2025-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Y5735GGmelissak • NONE • us
2
Horrible
Pros:

Horrible. Do not stay. The service was terrible. There was molded dog pee on the bed skirts and front desk wouldn't do anything about it, except for take a picture. The bed felt like it was broken in half. Everything was bad. I would not recommend it.

2025-05-04 • via Tripadvisor
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Beth • young couple • us
9
Superb
2024-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Becky • family with young children • us
10
Great place to stay, easy to find and comfy beds.
Pros:

Very nice comfy beds and lots of pillows.. awesome breakfast options which is a big deal for us. 😀👍🧡

Cons:

We were only there for one night and it was all good!!

2024-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Janice • review category business travellers • us
1
It was the worst. I checked out early!!!!!
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

It smelled The service was horrible. They were not nice or welcoming. The next morning we needed face towels and they made me walk back to my room to get the dirty ones and they counted them before they gave me additional towels. They was very rude the worst hotel we have been to in a long time. The breakfast was not good. Had to go to McDonald’s and get something to eat. Will not use this hotel ever again !!!!!!!!

2024-08-12 • via Nuitee