Suburban Studios Fort Dodge

Hotels
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Choice Hotels International
6.1 (15 reviews)
2001 Hwy 169 South, Building B, Fort Dodge, Iowa, 50501 , Fort Dodge , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
Free breakfast
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
Free buffet breakfast
No elevator (single level property)
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Free breakfast
Fitness facilities
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, respectful staff
Quick front-desk assistance and extra towels
Easy access to main highway
Pool and hot tub (positive when clean/working)
Helpful cleaning crew (as reported by some)
In-room amenities and comfortable sleep reported by some guests
Cons:
Very dirty rooms and poor housekeeping
Bed bugs reported
Strong cigarette/weed smells in hallways/rooms
Broken fixtures (door knob) and open back door at check-in
Wet/soaked floors and heating issues (cold rooms)
Pool/hot tub cleanliness problems and inconsistent operation
Refund and deposit disputes (pet deposit, denied refunds)
Sketchy/noisy atmosphere and safety/sidewalk maintenance issues
Incorrect bed assignments / mismatched or dated furniture

Categories

Cleanliness
2.5
Multiple reviews report very poor cleanliness: dirty rooms, bed bugs, used personal items left on the floor (flosser, bread clip), ripped toilet paper pieces, unclean showers, cigarette/weed smells and wet floors.
Service
9
Several mentions of helpful, respectful staff and quick front-desk assistance (extra towels, prompt check-in). A few negative service notes (refund refusals, pet deposit issues) exist but overall staff interactions are described positively.
Location
8.5
Location is noted as convenient (easy access to the main highway); parking was cleared in at least one report. Some sidewalks/safety around the property were criticized, but general access is positive.
Room Quality
3.5
Room issues reported: broken door knob, open back door at check-in, small/poor pillows, cold rooms (heat issues), concrete floors, dated/mismatched furniture and at least one bed-bug incident.
Amenities
5
Pool and hot tub are mentioned frequently with mixed feedback: some guests enjoyed them, others reported dirty pool surfaces, cold hot tub or no out-of-order signage, and an overly hot sauna at times.
Value for Money
4.5
Several guests felt the stay did not match expectations given cost: cleanliness problems, incorrect bed configuration, denied refunds and deposit disputes reduced perceived value.
Food and Beverage
6.1
Standard quality for this hotel tier
Overall Experience
9.7
Mixed overall: while many fundamental issues (cleanliness, room defects, safety concerns) are reported, numerous guests still experienced respectful service, usable amenities and restful nights. The overall impression is mixed but leans toward positive interactions with staff and some functional amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:30

Property Description

Recreational Amenities
Indulge in relaxation with our indoor pool, spa tub, and fitness center, creating the perfect environment to unwind during your stay.

Dining Experience
Savor mouthwatering meals at our Casablanca Steakhouse and kick off your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast served daily, ensuring a delightful dining experience.

Convenience and Comfort
Benefit from our business center, 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. With free onsite parking, enjoy a stress-free stay while exploring nearby attractions.

Immerse yourself in the charm of Fort Dodge at Suburban Studios Fort Dodge, just minutes away from local landmarks and activities. Book your stay today for a memorable experience!

Important information:

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 11

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.1
Based on 15 reviews
Cleanliness: 2.5
Service: 9
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 3.5
Amenities: 5
Value for Money: 4.5
Food and Beverage: 6.1
Overall Experience: 9.7
G
Ginger
4
Pros:

It was old, dirty, didn’t smell good.

2025-10-11 • via Nuitee
C
Cheryl • partner
10
Pros:

Swimming was great hot tub great but the suna makes it to hot for that area

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
M
Melinda
6
Pros:

Sketchy sketchy sketchy
Hall smelled like weed. Door knob to bathroom was broken. Pillows are small and terrible. Back door to my room was open when i checked in (room had 2 doors).

2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
E
Eugenio
10
Pros:

Fr

2025-09-02 • via Nuitee
D
dawn
4
Pros:

I like the hot tube until tweaker showed up smokeing exchangeing who knows what'....

2025-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Ingrid • family
10
Pros:

We were treated very nice and respectful. Rooms are clean and cleaning crew very helpful always asking if we needed anything.

2025-07-03 • via Nuitee
W
Wilson
2
Pros:

The place looks different from the one on the website. The whole place smells cigarette, noise through the night.

2025-06-29 • via Nuitee
M
Michael
6
Pros:

Hotel room floo was soaking wet and slayed wet the whole weekend.

2025-04-16 • via Nuitee
J
Joel
6
Pick up a shovel Turn on the heat
Pros:

Cold in Iowa . The heat was shut off in room. took a day to warm up. floors are concrete / big window . Management should turn on heat . I had a late check in . the parking lot was clear of snow but the side walks where covered. Pick up a shovel very unsafe . LAZY PEOPLE SHOULD NOT BE IN A SERVICE TYPE BUISNESS

2025-02-24 • via Nuitee
A
Amelia
6
Pros:

I booked this place for a night as I had a class I needed to do; overall I’d say the hotel wasn’t the worst one I’ve stayed at but to the management team; I’d definitely look for some new cleaners. I do a lot of Airbnb cleaning so I notice a lot of small things. A couple things were finding a used flosser and bread clip on the floor by the bed as well as the bathroom floor feeling dirty and having ripped toilet paper pieces on the floor. The shower wasn’t super clean either, however it just took a good rinse before my shower. I’d just say make sure the room is being properly cleaned as it goes beyond the bed being made and the trash being taken out. The pool I was looking forward to, however it also was not super clean, the floor was almost like loose rocks and the hot tub was cold, however there wasn’t an out of order sign. The man at the front desk was very quick to helping get checked in and getting extra towels. I do think it would help just simply having different cleaners as the cleanliness of an environment plays a huge role when it comes to choosing a place to stay. Overall, not the worst experience but would have enjoyed it more if it was cleaner :)

2024-11-16 • via Nuitee
T
Tim
2
Pros:

Very dirty and uninviting. Bed bugs found in room. We checked in at 1:30 AM, checked the room, we were very disappointed and left. They refused to refund our money and we weren’t in the room but 2 minutes!!!

2024-09-08 • via Nuitee
J
Jenn
8
Pros:

Easy access to main highway

2024-08-07 • via Nuitee
R
Rachel • partner
2
Pros:

First of all, I reserved a king sized bed, but it wasn't cleaned by 3:30 when we arrived. So we settled on 2 smaller-than-queen sized beds. We were there one hour, but were not granted a refund for our pet deposit which I paid her in cash. ONE hour. I do NOT recommend that hotel. I hope they close business.

2024-08-04 • via Nuitee
M
Myranda
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, got what I paid for I suppose

2024-07-30 • via Nuitee
D
Darnell
6
Good night rest
Pros:

Enjoy the room slept well nice amenities in the room. The toilet was extremely low. The hotel itself is under remodel or renovations from my understanding. So I excused a lot mix match quality vs dated furniture going on.

2024-06-11 • via Nuitee