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Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Property class: 2.5
Motel near Adventureland in Altoona

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A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a shower area.
A row of vending machines with various beverages and snacks, including Aquafina water, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Coca-Cola.
A residential building with a covered patio and a small gazebo.
A compact hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a black refrigerator.
A reception desk with a computer, a phone, and a small shelf.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted shelf.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted heater.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a refrigerator.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Altoona

In Altoona .You'll find Cinemark Altoona and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Outlets of Des Moines and Altoona Dog Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cinemark Altoona - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Adventureland in Altoona
As a guest of Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. 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 refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

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

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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (42 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Phone

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • One child 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

How close is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East to the airport?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is 20.1 mi (36-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sept 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on Sept 13, 2026 start from CA $85, excluding 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.

Does Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East.

Does Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offer free breakfast?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (19-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

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

This motel offers free self parking.

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

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East does not have a pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East to downtown Altoona?

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is 1.7 mi away from Altoona.

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 582 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

The place was clean and simple and the concierge very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

lexi

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Walls were very thin and the hallways smelled like weed but other then that, a good choice for a cheap hotel. I appreciated everything provided in the room, a stove, full fridge, toaster, microwave and other appliances.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Grecia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
smelled bad, weird people staying there, and dirty stairs and hallways decent room other then that, sheets need to be washed better and room smelled
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dequante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great prices, decent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Angela

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fire alarm beeped all night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms weren't clean, food on tables and floors. Night staff not friendly, dont waste your time. Motel 8 is much nicer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is super helpful and the rooms are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Celia

Liked: Staff & service
Kitchen had what we needed, i ended up boiling water in their pot for some tea. The room was nice, or atleast what i expect for the price. The people were a little sketchy but can't completely blame the hotel for that. I had booked one room for me and my husband and another for my nephews family with a dog, pets stay free was the big perk in this affordable hotel. Had to walk up stairs to the room though.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness
The housekeeping staff was always in top of things! Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel & Great location and cheap !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Tawny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not clean. Hallway smelled like dog urine. Nothing like the pictures in the app.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cheap, that was the only saving grace! Run down, beat up, and poor clientele. One might say that the price breeds the condition, but that’s no excuse.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

James

Disliked: Cleanliness
The price was reasonable and the room did have a nice stove, refrigerator, and microwave oven, but housekeeping never brought new towels and cleaned the room my two nights I was there so I'd say totally my rating would be poor.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Brian

Liked: Amenities
room was not as advertised. no kitchenette. much smaller tv. floor was filthy turning my socks black
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice enough room with all immenities. Even had a little hotplate stove
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Janice

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vehicles with flat tires in parking lot, large boxes lining hallway. Right by large truck stop which with abandoned vehicles made safety a concern as I needed to walk the dog before bed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Terrible smells and trash in hallway...wonderful front desk people
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Feleica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Krystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures make it seem way better than it actually is. The lobby was dirty and boxes piled everywhere and the coffee station was gross. In the room there was cigarette burns on the comforter and the towels were gross. I wouldn’t waste your time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and amazing staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed there for a few months and I must say how quiet the place is. The rooms were nice and clean. There is always someone at the front desk at all hours to help you when you need help. Vending machines actually have things you can eat and not just snacks!! Employees were very kind and helpful. No regrets in booking at Studio 6!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Russell

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
first room we were shown was horrible! They have a building for long stays and that's where they tried to put us. THE PIC YOU HAVE IS NOT ACCURATE! trash all over outside, pool closed, stained and cigarette burned bed linens. None of the standard amenities. DO NOT recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026