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La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA 50009 US near Exit 142b a on I-80 (~0.5mi)

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3.0 Star Property Near Adventureland

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Free self-serve breakfast
Free breakfast
Free reception
Free WiFi
Number of indoor pools - 1
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
24-hour fitness facilities

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12/14/2025 - 12/15/2025

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Verified Reviews of La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:

"The best experience."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

The staff was very attentive, above and beyond.

Mary H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

09-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Sep 05 to Sun Sep 07 2025 at a $161.99 average nightly rate.

"Nice clean hotel."

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Rooms were very clean

Zachary T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

12-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 08 to Sun Aug 10 2025 at a $225.00 average nightly rate.

"Clean hotel with efficient and friendly staff."

Overall Score5.0/ 5

5/5! Clean hotel with efficient and friendly staff.

Christiaan V. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

14-Jul-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jul 13 to Mon Jul 14 2025 at a $105.30 average nightly rate.

"Excellent Stay!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Your hotel was modern and very clean. The pool was awesome.

Garland P. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

18-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 16 to Mon May 19 2025 at a $141.99 average nightly rate.

"Great Stay!"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Overall it was a great experience. Thanks for the great stay.

Karen W. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from

18-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu May 15 to Sun May 18 2025 at a $144.66 average nightly rate.

"Dog Nights"

Overall Score5.0/ 5

Relaxing clean facility! Pleasant people accommodating to all our needs!

Deborah F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

10-Feb-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Feb 06 to Fri Feb 07 2025 at a $99.75 average nightly rate.

"Nice Experience!"

Overall Score4.0/ 5

Comfortable and clean room and surroundings. Nice breakfast and friendly staff!

Carol B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from

08-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 06 to Sat Dec 07 2024 at a $104.99 average nightly rate.

Property Description

Located in Altoona, La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Adventureland. This hotel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Iowa State Capitol Building.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Make yourself at home in one of the 80 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cinemark Altoona - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Altoona Dog Park - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Outlets of Des Moines - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Adventureland - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Reno Memorial Dog Park - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Grand View Golf Course - 8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Copper Creek Golf Course - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi
Great Escape - 9.7 km / 6 mi
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi
Sky Glider East - 10.7 km / 6.6 mi
Heritage Carousel of Des Moines - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
Sleepy Hollow Sports Park - 13 km / 8.1 mi
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran Hospital - 13.9 km / 8.6 mi
Iowa State Capitol Building - 14.1 km / 8.8 mi

The preferred airport for La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 37.5 km / 23.3 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.

Amenities / Features

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Minimum age of oldest guest: 21
Free self-serve breakfast
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Banquet hall
Free breakfast
Free reception
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Business center
24-hour front desk
Free WiFi
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Daily

Year Built - 2019
Total number of rooms - 80
Number of floors - 4

Professional property host/manager
Masks are compulsory at the property for guests without full COVID-19 vaccination
Car required

Number of indoor pools - 1
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Coffee/tea in common areas
Laundry facilities
Free self parking
Elevator
24-hour fitness facilities
Computer station
24-hour business center
Concierge services

Breakfast Information

Free Hot Breakfast Bar Served Daily

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 75

Only dogs and cats are allowed

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 34

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

20 per night max of 40 per stay

Parking Info

free parking

Internet / WiFI

Free WIFI

Misc Fees / Policies

Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Up to 18 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
A car is required for transportation to and from this property.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.

Cleaning Policies

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Count on Us (Wyndham)

About La Quinta Inns & Suites

Offering comfort and value with more than 800 hotels in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada
Wyndham Rewards is a free guest reward program where guests can earn points per stay for free nights, early check-in and late check-out, gift cards and certificates, travel, and the points never expire
Free Brightside Breakfast
Free Wi-Fi
Bright Morning Bed and soft pillowtop mattress for the best night's sleep
Business center with printing services
Fully equipped fitness center
Flat-panel TV's, work desk, and spacious guestrooms
Guest laundry rooms available at most locations
Free airport shuttle service at most airport locations

The La Quinta Inns & Suites highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Seasonality and Projections at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

The graph above is fluctuations of room rates for both group/meeting rates and the lowest online individual prices we could find at the time the group bid was placed. The most competitive group/meeting rate displayed is 20.5% in the month of August 2026 and the highest average individual rate is $303 in the month of July 2026. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines in a month when rates are lower.