Use this guide to find hotels and motels along Interstate 35 near Urbandale.
From North to South Exit 129 to Exit 125
I-35 and I-80 run concurrently in Urbandale, with exit numbers following I-80. The closest hotels on I-35 northwest of Urbandale are in Des Moines, Iowa.
"The hotel was clean, the staff was friendly, and breakfast was good. I couldn't find an ice machine on the 1st floor.2023-05-14"
"Good hotel stay.2018-06-14"
"Lovely room with a comfortable bed. Even though it was close to the interstate, we didn't hear any noise. Friendly hotel staff. Great place to stay; highly recommend.2015-06-19"
"There was nowhere to hand used towels. I enjoyed the hotel breakfast.2021-08-01"
"Nice hotel, but the handicap room was just a regular room with hand rails. The bathtub was too high for me to get into.2019-09-16"
"Our room was clean but humid, and the carpet was wet and sticky. The front desk clerk was the only pleasant employee at the hotel. The others completely ignored us. Look for other options.2019-07-08"
"There were burn holes in the bedsheets of our non-smoking room. The TV didn't work, and the room was freezing. Find another motel.2023-03-19"
"The 1st room was disgusting, and the AC didn't work. The lights and AC didn't work in the 2nd room. The bed wasn't properly made, and the bathtub had hair in it. The 3rd room was a little better. Don't stay at this motel.2018-06-18"
"This was our 1st hotel stay since the pandemic started, and it exceeded our expectations. Good location with easy access to I-80. The hotel was new, clean, and nicely furnished. The bed was quite comfortable, and the bathroom was nice. The only glitch was an issue with temperature control in our room. We were able to sit outside and eat take-out food, and there was an on-site bar. The indoor pool looked great, and the check-in clerk was accommodating and helpful.2020-09-20"
"The hotel staff was friendly and helpful. I especially enjoyed the breakfast. Nice wait staff in the dining area.2018-01-10"
"The hotel was conveniently located next to I-80. Easy walk to the Machine Shed restaurant. Good price for an acceptable room.2017-09-06"
"I could hear every footstep in the room upstairs. The bedsprings were terrible. We asked for extra pillows and never got any. We didn't get any sleep. No washcloths provided, and the shower smelled like mildew. Don't stay at this hotel.2017-07-06"
"Nice experience. The hotel staff was friendly and helpful.2017-06-24"
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How Do We Define Motel?
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels, on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Hotel Booking Tips
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. +Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
Don't assume you can cancel a non-refundable reservation without penalty if you notify the hotel weeks or even months in advance. +Often you cannot because some hotels' profit strategy is to get paid more than once for the same room for the same night. -
Always read cancellation policies carefully before you make a reservation. + When is the latest date and time you can cancel without penalty? - More >
When you make a reservation, you will receive a confirmation email. Take a copy with you to the hotel.
The earlier in the afternoon you check into a hotel, the more likely you will get a room or suite that matches your preferences.