Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Adventureland

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Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Altoona

At Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Outlets of Des Moines. Highlights at this motel include an indoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Altoona motel include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel with free parking, near Adventureland
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Altoona motel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers 40 accommodations with air conditioning. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (107 centimetre high)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • One child aged 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Altoona
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Motel Altoona

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

As of 27 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$129.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Yep, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have a pool?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East has an indoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

No, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Reviews

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 427 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 427 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 427 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 427 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 427 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Raymon

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t Recommend

No breakfast, a little run down, needs updated!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan, San Diego

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room for 2 people was huge and super nice, must be very newly upgraded. BBQ joint next door and casino nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stacy

It was dirty and smelled like mildew! No water pressure and the linens smelled bad
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tiffany

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Paula, West Carrollton

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outside was dirty, run down, inside did not look like the picture there were no kitchen accessories, not even a light bulb in the desk lamp. The room was dark. The towels were like sand paper. Very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Shane

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Extended stay/living at the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Dana

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the kind of motel that not too long ago would have cost you about $58 to stay there. That's still what it's worth, but it'll cost you twice as much. So low budget the floorboards have 1/2" spaces between them in sections - that's how much care was taken.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shilo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty and beds were extremely hard. No shampoo or body wash.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle, Des Moines

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, thorsby

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Vinicius Henrique

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tip
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tom

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Uncomfortable pullout bed, thin walls so no privacy and able to hear rooms around you messing around. Not a very good relaxing room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for your service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radu

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel outside and parking lot wad sketchy at best, almost left, but once we got in our roo. Was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Charles

Deteriorated property, derelict vehicles.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After staying in the same room on the fourth day manager guy comes to my door at midnight saying I didn't pay my bill for that day I told him I did he took me to the front desk said he couldn't find it on the computer I told him I paid online with the lady that was working flat out called me a liar said I was lying I didn't pay I told him I did pay I could show him the itinerary number and he called me a liar again I explained to him when I paid what time I paid he went and got the lady that check me in and she confirmed I checked in and paid she forgot to enter it in the computer I have never been called a liar to my face four times
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Just stayed one night. Asked about weekly rate. Crazy high. Gives no discount for the longer you stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Knocked on my door at midnight saying I didn't pay for my room as ND to vacate walked to office with him I told him I been there for 3 days already I paid online and went to o front desk which lady that working checked me in and reset my key he called me a liar 4 times and wanted me to vacate immediately I argued telling him I had itinerary number confirmed my payment he finally went got lady who checked me in and she made the mistake of not putting me in that room him calling me a lier is unacceptable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gambella

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025