Experience warm hospitality at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines, where guests rave about the helpful staff. Start your day with a continental breakfast and stay active in the gym or indoor pool. Connect to WiFi, grab a newspaper, and enjoy self parking.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Gym
Pool
Connecting rooms available
Pet friendly
Free parking
Main amenities (6)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free newspapers in the lobby
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
$69 nightly
The total price is $77
$77 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Room options
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
45 reviews
(45 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
Des Moines Area Community College - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Outlets of Des Moines - 9 min drive - 13.5 km
Adventureland - 11 min drive - 15.5 km
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 11 min drive - 15.9 km
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 16.2 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 15 min walk
Casey's - 1 min walk
Casey's - 15 min walk
McDonald's - 12 min walk
Culver's - 18 min walk
About this property
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
At Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Casey's Center and Adventureland. You can get a workout in at the fitness center or take a dip in the indoor pool. Also, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Drake University are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
56 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Fitness center
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 36
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
15 on-site accessible parking spaces
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
Comfort Inn Ankeny
Comfort Inn Hotel Ankeny
Comfort Inn Ankeny Hotel
Ankeny Comfort Inn
Comfort Inn Ankeny Moines Hotel
Comfort Inn Moines Hotel
Comfort Inn Ankeny Moines
Comfort Inn Moines
Comfort Inn Ankeny Des Moines
Comfort Inn Ankeny Des Moines
Econo Ankeny Des Moines Ankeny
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Hotel
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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Hotel Ankeny
Frequently asked questions
Does Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 35 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines and nearby?
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines has an indoor pool and a fitness center.
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Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Location
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What guests liked
Breakfast options were decent and plentiful, with many guests praising the variety and quality. (27 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Aug 19, 2025
Enjoyed our stay
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 8, 2025
Very clean, quiet and safe!
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 17, 2025
Just a good clean place! Slept awesome!
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Aug 18, 2025
It was a good hotel for a short stay before getting up early to head to the Iowa State Fair to show. Accommodated our dog, was definitely a no-frills economy option.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
Staff was very friendly. Room was very nice. Breakfast was good and was kept stocked. I would stay there again.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2025
Location was great for our weekend activities in Newton. Room was better than expected... comfortable beds, clean and functional bathroom fixtures, AC and refrigerator were ice cold. Free breakfast was a bonus. Will stay here again.
Jim
Jim, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 9, 2025
Super clean and very friendly staff. Only downside is it just could use some updating.
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 3, 2025
Been in worse, been in better.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 15, 2025
Clean and quiet. Waffles good. Had microwave
And refrig.
bonnie
bonnie, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 15, 2025
Close to our destination and could house our group.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Aug 10, 2025
Service was quick and easy. Pleasant staff. My room smelled moldy and the AC had a musty smell.
DKristine
DKristine, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Apr 24, 2025
Clean, full facilities, safe parking, convenient for our travel plans.
Bill
Bill, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 8, 2025
Clean and friendly.
Suellen
Suellen, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jun 19, 2025
Place looks creepy
Magdiel
Magdiel, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 17, 2025
This hotel has a lot of cosmetic things that need to be replaced. In bad shaped at every corner we turned
Meggan
Meggan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 30, 2025
The place was clean and the people were nice!
Dirk
Dirk, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 8, 2025
Air conditioning could use some upgrades.
Very minimal options for breakfast.
Alvy
Alvy, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Aug 16, 2025
They changed the check-in age policy apparently the day before my stay so i was forced to sleep in my car in west desmoines.
Amara
Amara, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
May 5, 2025
It’s a little overpriced for what it is but honestly a decent place for a night or two.
angela
angela, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 16, 2025
The rooms were pretty dirty. Stains on the walls, we found a bug in our bed, hair in the tub etc. overpriced for the state the hotel is in. I wouldn’t eat the breakfast food because everything was so dirty. Nice staff but that was about the only positive thing I have to say sadly.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Aug 11, 2025
I thought the rooms have not been taken care of good enough. The walls need to be painted scratch and dents. Few places bathroom floor look like it had dirt. Food was good bad was good.
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 19, 2025
This is a very nice motel. Well maintained.
Charles
Charles, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 27, 2025
Friendly personnel, clean and well appointed room. Great value