Days Inn by Wyndham Fort Dodge

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Days Inn
6.9 (572 reviews)
3040 5th Avenue South , Fort Dodge , US
+1 515-446-8027

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly/helpful staff (cited in several reviews)
Some rooms are being updated
Clean bedding noted in some stays
Jet tub available and reported clean in at least one review
Plenty of hot water reported
Convenient location (Fort Dodge)
Cons:
Hair on bedding and generally poor cleanliness reported
Staff entered a guest room unannounced
Poor/unsanitary breakfast (bug zapper on table, repetitive offerings)
Reservation/charging issues and unexpected $75 security deposit
No microwave provided despite promise; AC/filter and temperature problems
Stains on curtains/couch/carpet, leaking ceiling and bathroom issues
Malfunctioning TV, stuck bathroom door and loose doorknob
Exterior doors not secure / safety concerns and reports of drug-like items in toilet

Categories

Cleanliness
4.8
Multiple reviews report hair on bedding, dirty bathroom floors, stained curtains/couch/carpet and a musty lobby — overall cleanliness is below average with occasional clean bedding noted.
Service
8.5
Service is mixed: several guests praise friendly/helpful staff and clerks, but there are serious service failures (reservation cancellation, unexpected charges, staff entering a room unannounced); overall leans positive for responsiveness despite some major incidents.
Location
8.8
Location is mentioned neutrally (Fort Dodge) with no consistent complaints; treated as a generally acceptable/convenient location in guest comments.
Room Quality
5.6
Rooms are inconsistent: reports of low-pressure jet tubs, AC/filter issues, leaking ceilings, awkward layouts, nonworking TVs and sticky/damp spots — some suites and bedding were acceptable but overall room quality is below average.
Amenities
8
Property offers amenities like jet tubs and breakfast, but there are issues (no promised microwave, AC problems, breakfast area concerns); amenities exist and are useful for some guests, though execution is uneven.
Value for Money
6
Several guests report unexpected fees (e.g., $75 deposit), pricing/booking conflicts and the sentiment 'you get what you pay for' — value is mixed to slightly below expectation.
Food and Beverage
5
Breakfast repeatedly described as poor and repetitive (waffles and cereal), with hygiene concerns (bug zapper on breakfast table); food offering is subpar.
Overall Experience
8.5
Guest experiences vary widely: some encountered major problems (reservation/charge issues, cleanliness and safety concerns) while others encountered friendly staff and ongoing room updates — overall impression is mixed but leans toward satisfactory for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:14

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located near Crossroads Mall and Fort Dodge Country Club, Days Inn Fort Dodge offers easy access to shopping and leisure activities.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each room is equipped with a microwave, fridge, and coffee maker, ensuring a cozy stay. Guests can also enjoy free WiFi and cable TV.

On-Site Amenities
Guests have access to a gym, lobby computer, and a convenient launderette. Start your day with a complimentary grab and go breakfast before exploring Fort Museum and Oleson Park nearby.

Book your stay at Days Inn Fort Dodge for a relaxing and convenient experience.

Important information:

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: FOD

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

6.9
Based on 572 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.8
Service: 8.5
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 5.6
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 5
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Cameron • solo_traveller • us
10
All chill
Pros:

All chill

Cons:

All chill

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • couple • us
10
All love
Pros:

All love

Cons:

All love

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • solo_traveller • us
10
All good
Pros:

All good

Cons:

All good

2026-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Tappendorf • extended_group • us
5
Cons:

There was hair on the bedding in our room.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Alex • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Don • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Esmeralda • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Karina • couple • us
5
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Aleesia • couple • us
1
most uncomfortable experience at a hotel
Pros:

fairly clean

Cons:

a staff member used a key to get into my room without any notice and stood there staring at us while we werent dressed

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • couple • us
4
wont recommend the motel to anyone
Pros:

poor excuse of a motel breakfast ended up going to McDonalds for breakfast

Cons:

cleanliness breakfast dont think the windows had been cleaned for a long time They had a bug zapper plugged in and on the table where u eat breakfast The outside doors werent secure didnt shut anyone could of gotten in

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Dunbarr • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

They are updating the rooms and the staff is really friendly and helpful if needing anything.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Nelson-Rykhus • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

The bedding was clean& the jet tub was clean.

Cons:

Jets could have been serviced better so they had more pressure.
Had to take filter out of air conditioner and clean it so the air would cool room off. It was the suite so it had front room with jet tub,couch& chair,then other room was bedding where air conditioner was, should have fan circulating air.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Steelman • solo_traveller • us
1
Pros:

Absolutely nothing!

Cons:

The front desk clerk canceled my reservation that I made online, and then wouldn't price match so I had to pay $5 more. Then after charging my card for the room he states that I have to pay a $75 security deposit for the room also. I don't understand why he didn't mention the security deposit upfront before I made any payment, and also why it didn't mention anything about it when I made the reservation online either. Being low on funds was the whole reason I made the reservation thru booking.com in the first place and no where did it state anything about additional fees. I didn't have the $75 security deposit and wasn't able to get the room at all and since he hurried up and ran my card already the only money I did have to get a room somewhere else was now going to be held for 1-2 business days. Leaving me without a room and no money. This place is shit, don't book online they won't honor the price since it's significantly cheaper thru sites such as booking.com and BTW they weren't any help either so they both are shit and I will never use them again!

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • us
4
Hot and disappointing
Pros:

Checking out in the morning. The staff was very friendly.

Cons:

It was oppressively hot in the entire hotel, and it took until after midnight for our room to get to a comfortable temperature. Our room had stains on the curtains, couch, and floor, along with a random spot on the carpet that was damp and sticky.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • us
4
Not Happy
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

No microwave in room and was told I would get one but never did and leaking ceiling in bathroom and breakfast was same thing everyday waffles and cereal

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Traci • family_with_children • us
8
Overall good
Cons:

Night clerk charged my card without asking me how I would like to pay and did not give us a receipt. Next morning someone else has to correct the issue.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee