Near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offers a warm welcome with free breakfast buffet, an indoor pool, and laundry facilities. Relax in the gym or explore local attractions like Adventureland - all while staying connected with free WiFi.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Gym
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (9)
Housekeeping once per stay
Fitness center
Business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Convenience store
Snack bar/deli
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Free cribs/infant beds
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
$93 nightly
The total price is $104
$104 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
297 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
29 reviews
(29 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
300 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Adventureland - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Outlets of Des Moines - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Flying J Travel Center - 18 min walk
Subway - 3 min drive
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 13 min walk
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
About this property
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
At Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and buffet breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Wells Fargo Arena. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
69 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
The property will be renovating from July 1 2025 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Swimming pool
Alternate facilities will be available offsite during the renovation.
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Also known as
Comfort Inn Hotel Altoona
Comfort Inn Altoona
Frequently asked questions
Does Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Comfort Inn Altoona-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.
Are pets allowed at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (9-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
What's the area around Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines like?
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines is a short 9-minute walk from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and 5 minutes' walk from Cinemark Altoona.
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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Breakfast
Bed
Bathroom
Casino
Location
Shower
Restaurant
Recreation
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options including warm eggs, sausage, and waffles. (18 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 5, 2025
Clean and nice hotel for the night in between of destinations.
justyna
justyna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
It's a nice hotel and the staff we're great
pat
pat, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2025
Nice place for overnight stay
I would stay here again if I needed to be on the east side of Des Moines or Altoona area. Not hard to get to and close to I-80.
Molly
Molly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Many restaurants near by. Easy access to interstate.
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
A nice stopping point.
Stopped for one night while traveling. Hotel and room were clean. Bed was very comfortable. Front desk and breakfast person were friendly. Breakfast was well maintained and fresh. We would stay here again.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 11, 2025
Rooms were very clean, spacious and comfy bed. Breakfast buffet was great. Would have given a 5 but pool was closed without prior notification.
Debbie
Debbie, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2025
Breakfast needs work, but great stay
Great experience with all the staff, super nice and friendly.
Breakfast needs work; eggs were runny and selection of other items was limited.
Perry
Perry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
My stay here was the best experience at any hotel I ever been at. The staff here is so nice to me
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 14, 2024
Great stay for short trip staff was great
Keri
Keri, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
I would recommend confer in Altoona to anybody it's a clean place nice staff and everybody is friendly
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Very nice staff, close to Adventureland and casino.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Other than a semi crashing into the front of the building, stay was great. Staff was quick to action as the emergency services.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2024
this was a very nice Hotel, and was not far from the State Fair
Brenda
Brenda, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 16, 2025
We booked & paid with Expedia. When we checked in they didn’t tell us they were over booked & changed our 2 queen room to a king room for 4 adults.
Tracy
Tracy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
The staff wasn't trained well and had to keep referring to the manager for assistance in another room, which took alot of time to get checked in. But the stay was comfortable and the breakfast was delicious, i would stay again.
Darla
Darla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2024
Cozy and clean Hotel. We'll definitely stay again.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Spacious, clean & quiet!
Nice room, spacious and clean. Fair breakfast. Very quiet! Good mattress!
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
It was clean and the staff was friendly.
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2024
Great stay
Clean, comfortable, good value. Would stay again. Easy to get to.
Marcia
Marcia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2022
Property was very well taken care of comfortable and quiet great staff good breakfast
Ron
Ron, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2024
One of the nicer Comfort Suites we have stayed in.
Malcolm
Malcolm, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2023
Clean and friendly with good dining and activities around
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Loved the cleanliness of the room. Bed was comfy. The continental breakfast was the best one I have ever had.
Lonnie
Lonnie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Great Option
The hotel was excellent and clean at a reasonable rate.