Motel 6-Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

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Motel6
6.5 (311 reviews)
3225 Adventureland Drive , Altoona , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Pets allowed
Facilities for disabled guests
Wheelchair accessible
Paid WiFi
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Affordable pricing
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Lack of amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.21
Many reviews mentioned stains on sheets, cigarette burns in towels, and overall unclean conditions.
Service
8.18
Standard quality for this hotel tier, with some positive mentions of friendly staff despite the issues.
Location
8.72
Location was praised in several reviews, especially proximity to local attractions.
Room Quality
6.17
Mixed reviews regarding room condition; some rooms were modern while others were outdated.
Amenities
4.7
Negative feedback on missing amenities like microwaves, refrigerators, and an open pool.
Value for Money
7.66
Visitors noted reasonable pricing but felt the conditions did not meet expectations.
Food and Beverage
4.21
Lack of breakfast and weak coffee referenced negatively in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
7.18
Mixed feelings overall, with some guests feeling disappointed but others content to have a place to stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 19:52

Property Description

Convenient Location near Attractions
Located less than 2 minutes from Adventureland Amusement Park and Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino, Motel 6 Des Moines East Altoona offers easy access to popular entertainment venues. A free shuttle to the casino adds to the convenience.

Comfortable Rooms and Amenities
The rooms feature air conditioning, cable TV, and free in-room Wi-Fi, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also enjoy free local calls. Additionally, the pet-friendly motel boasts an indoor pool, a secluded courtyard, and on-site laundry facilities for added convenience.

Close Proximity to Key Destinations
Situated just 15 minutes from Iowa State Fairgrounds, Downtown Des Moines, and the Polk County Convention Complex, this motel is the perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the vibrant city of Des Moines.

Book now for a memorable stay at Motel 6 Des Moines East Altoona!

Important information:

Guests must be at least 21 years old to check-in at this property. Military guests must be at least 18 years old and must present a valid military ID at 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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
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

6.5
Based on 311 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.21
Service: 8.18
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 6.17
Amenities: 4.7
Value for Money: 7.66
Food and Beverage: 4.21
Overall Experience: 7.18
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Walstrom • family_with_children • us
5
No remote for TV
Pros:

Was able to get room in short time

Cons:

We had no remote for the TV in one of the 2 rooms I booked. Tried calling desk,although late,and there was no answer to try to solve the problem.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Mariann • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

Convertible beds

Cons:

No refrigerator

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Snakenberg • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
1
Absolutely terrible 🤬👎
Pros:

The first room when we got up at 7in the morning thr was no hot water in that room so we had to change rooms at 7am. The second room had no chair to set on in that room. Thy gave someone a key to that room. And at 2:30 in the morning someone came in are room. Wasn't good. That place is a joke. We will never use it again.

Cons:

Hire better managers and staff. Every time I went to the desk there was no one thr to help us out. Once again that place was a joke.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Cecilia • couple • us
3
Poor ambient, smells terrible, needs improvement.
Pros:

The property is old, and the hall smells horrible with a terrible looks.the room were ok, good size but need more clean specially the sheets.

Cons:

Needs renovation, it is very scary to walk in the hall and smell terrible.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Madison • extended_group • us
1
Gross
Pros:

Dirty

Cons:

Feces, bugs and not cleanly at all

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Shentearia • family_with_children • us
2
Wouldn’t ever book again.
Pros:

Having a door with a lock.

Cons:

Pubes in the toilet upon check in, dirty sheets, strong smell of cigarettes throughout the entire property. Microwave didn’t work, tv lagged until it was on for about 20 minutes. Giant pot holes in parking lot. Dirty halls and disorganized all together especially on the main floor.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Dooley • family_with_children • us
3
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
6
I got what I paid for in a good location.
Pros:

Location and price

Cons:

No breakfast
Small bed
Pool closed
No instructions on heating, froze before I figured it out.

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Roth • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Roth • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • us
2
A dump with a good location.
Pros:

The staff was friendly.

Cons:

The pool was closed (broken), the place had zero amenities (I can't think of any motel/hotel in the last decade+ that I've stayed in that didn't supply a hair dryer). Lots of lights out in our rooms, and broken things. The only real positive was the location to Adventureland.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jesus • couple • us
7
Agradable y tranquilo
Pros:

Me gustó mucho la tranquilidad, es un lugar silencioso bueno para descansar...

Cons:

La limpieza de algunas ropas de cama no era la mejor. Tenía muchos cabellos de personas...

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Christina • family_with_children • us
3
Cons:

Pool was one of the only reasons for getting this, and price. Was told on check in pool was closed but chemicals would be added the next day. Next day comes and when asked about pool we were told it was still closed. Pillows were flat. Called to office and told there were none we could have. Asked for extra blankets to prop pillows up and told none. Gave us a few flat towels to prop up pillow. Sheet isn’t fit bed. garbage outside around building. Key lock door broke to inside of motel. So anyone had access to the building.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Roth • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Leslie • solo_traveller • us
1
Not happy at all . In very pour shape of a motel.
Pros:

Na

Cons:

The room wasn't finished being remodeled. The floors in the bathroom were not leveled some kind of blood or something on the floor . Not all of the lights worked in the room . The windows wasn't closed and locked when I got in. The door when you closed it did not close safely and also was a 2 inch gap all around the door . Over all I wasn't very happy with this room or motel. They had buckets in the hallway catching water dripping down .they were by some of the doors . I stayed in room 108 on the first floor.

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Lindsey • couple • us
10
Excellent
Pros:

Everything it was a great hotel and an amazing mini vacation get away

Cons:

Side door lock broken

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • us
7
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Lindsay • couple • us
3
Super sad face!
Pros:

Very close to the highway

Cons:

No coffee pot, no microwave and no fridge in room. Also the ice bucket was a piece of Tupperware. Towels had cigarette burns in them and the sheets had stains on them.

2025-12-12 • via Nuitee