The hotels below are listed in order of their distance from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino.
Hotels near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino Altoona, IA
Going to the Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in Altoona ? Then use this simple form to find nearby hotels, motels, and other lodging.
The Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino also host concerts throughout the year. It is south of Interstate 80 near the Adventure Land Amusement Park .
Address:
One Prairie Meadows Drive ,
Altoona ,
IA
50009
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1. Prairie Meadows Hotel Altoona - I-80, Exit 142
1 Prairie Meadows Drive, I-80, Exit 142, Altoona, IA 50009
0.1 mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $108
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Luxury, full-service hotel near downtown Altoona
Also near Adventureland
3 floors, 168 rooms and suites - elevator
Indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - 2 lounges - room service
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 336 reviews
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2. My Place Hotel Altoona - I-80, Exit 142
2315 Adventureland Drive, I-80, Exit 142, Altoona, IA 50009
0.2 mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $114
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near I-80, Exit 142
1 mile from Adventureland Park
3 floors, 64 studio suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 80 pounds only, 2 pets per room - $10 per night pet fee. - June 2020 < Less
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Based on 44 reviews
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3. Super 8 Hotel Altoona - I-80, Exit 142
2101 Adventureland Drive, I-80, Exit 142, Altoona, IA 50009
0.3 mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $55
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Cheap, smoke-free hotel near Adventureland Also near I-80 3 floors, 67 rooms and suites - elevator Indoor swimming pool - exercise room Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking - truck parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs only - $25 per night fee for each dog. - Oct 2017 < Less
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Based on 274 reviews
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"Not worth the price. The carpet was filthy, and the bathroom was way too small. Run away from this hotel.2018-08-09 "
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4. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - I-80, Exit 142
2701 Adventureland Drive, I-80, Exit 142, Altoona, IA 50009
0.4 mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $68
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near Adventureland Park
Also near I-80
2 floors, 49 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating:
Based on 92 reviews
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5. La Quinta Inn & Suites Altoona - I-80, Exit 142
1785 11th Street NW, I-80, Exit 142, Altoona, IA 50009
0.4 mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $73
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near Adventureland Park
4 floors, 80 rooms and suites
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room - $75 per stay fee. - Jan 2019 < Less
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Based on 95 reviews
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"A wonderful hotel. I had a peaceful overnight stay. Loved all the decor. Stay here.2023-05-19 "
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6. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn - I-80, Exit 142
300 NW 34th Street, I-80, Exit 142, Altoona, IA 50009
0.8 mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $85
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel
Near Adventureland Amusement Park
Also near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Heated indoor swimming pool
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating:
Based on 504 reviews
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1.2 miles
7. Hyatt Place Hotel Altoona
480 Bass Pro Drive NW, Altoona, IA 50006
1.2 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $189
Check In 15 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, interstate hotel near I-80, Exit 142
2 miles from Adventureland
4 floors, 112 rooms
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 50 pounds only, 2 dogs per room - $150 pet fee if staying 6 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 6 nights. - Sep 2020 < Less
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1.3 miles
8. Hampton Inn Altoona - I-80, Exit 143
215 Adventureland Drive NW, I-80, Exit 143, Altoona, IA 50009
1.3 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $125
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near Prairie Meadows Casino Also near I-80 - 3 miles from Adventureland Park 4 floors, 90 rooms Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking - truck parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 250 reviews
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1.3 miles
9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Altoona
460 Bass Pro Drive NW, Altoona, IA 50009
1.3 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $105
Check In 1500
Check Out 1200
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-80, Exit 141
Also near Adventureland Park
4 floors; 80 rooms, 27 suites
Indoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 94 reviews
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"Great hotel with wonderful beds. Check-in was smooth, and the front desk clerk was accommodating and helpful. Stay here.2022-05-02 "
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1.4 miles
10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Altoona - I-80, Exit 143
165 Adventureland Drive NW, I-80, Exit 143, Altoona, IA 50009
1.4 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $102
Check In 16 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-80 3 miles from Adventureland Amusement Park 3 floors, 80 rooms - elevator Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 145 reviews
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"We had a great hotel stay. The room was spacious, and the pool was warm.2019-01-03 "
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4.0 miles
11. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - US 65, Exit 79
5850 Morning Star Court, US 65, Exit 79, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
4.0 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $94
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel
5 miles from Prairie Meadows
Also 5 miles from Adventureland Amusement Park
3 floors, 77 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- $15 per night fee for each pet. - Feb 2016 < Less
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Based on 106 reviews
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"Nice hotel. The room was clean, and the employees were friendly.2021-02-04 "
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4.7 miles
12. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny - I-35, Exit 89
6210 SE Convenience Street, I-35, Exit 89, Ankeny, IA 50021
4.7 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $120
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-35, Exit 89
9.5 miles from Des Moines
3 floors, 77 rooms and suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs and cats only, 2 pets per room - $125 pet fee if staying 5 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 5 nights. - Dec 2022 < Less
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Based on 492 reviews
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"We had to wait an hour before we could check in, but we got a discount for the inconvenience. The room was fine, and the hotel staff was courteous. Good place to stay.2015-09-10 "
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4.8 miles
13. WoodSpring Suites Ankeny - I-35, Exit 89
6703 SE Bellagio Drive, I-35, Exit 89, Ankeny, IA 50021
4.8 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $45
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Budget, all-suite, extended-stay hotel near I-35
4 floors, 105 suites
Some smoking suites
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows dogs up to 80 pounds only, 2 dogs per suite - $100 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more for each dog - $50 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights for each dog. - Jan 2021 < Less
Note: Some WoodSpring Suites charge a weekly rate, even if you stay just one night.
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Based on 73 reviews
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"This hotel was really bare-bones. Had to pay for a 2nd roll of toilet paper, and there was a $25 fee if guests don't take out their own trash. The bed was more like a cot. No cooking utensils, hand towels, or tissue provided. The employees were friendly and helpful.2016-05-12 "
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5 miles
14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Ankeny - I-35, Exit 90
2455 SE Creekview Drive, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
5 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $161
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel Near Des Moines Area Community College and I-35 4 floors, 92 suites Indoor swimming pool - exercise room Kitchen in every suite Free continental breakfast Free WiFi Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 60 pounds - $75 per stay pet fee. - Feb 2015 < Less
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Based on 419 reviews
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5 miles
15. Courtyard by Marriott Ankeny - I-35, Exit 90
2405 SE Creekview Drive, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
5 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $85
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel near I-35 11 miles from Des Moines 4 floors; 116 rooms, 3 suites Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 202 reviews
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"The hotel pool had so much chlorine in it that it hurt our eyes and gave my daughter a rash.2019-03-12 "
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5 miles
16. AmericInn Lodge & Suites Ankeny - I-35, Exit 90
1610 SE Oralabor Road, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
5 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $87
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near downtown and I-35
11 miles from downtown Des Moines
2 floors, 57 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 272 reviews
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"Clean, quiet hotel. The staff was friendly. Stay here and avoid the high-cost downtown hotels.2016-02-17 "
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17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Ankeny - I-35, Exit 90
2510 SE Tones Drive, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
5 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $91
Check In 15 00
Check Out 12 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-35 11 miles from Des Moines 3 floors, 63 rooms and suites - elevator Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 260 reviews
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"Great experience. The hotel was clean and comfortable, and the staff was kind and courteous.2023-02-28 "
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18. My Place Hotel Ankeny - I-35, Exit 90
2506 Southeast Tones Drive, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
5 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $104
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free, all-suite, extended-stay hotel
Near I-35, Exit 90
11 miles from downtown Des Moines
3 floors, 46 studio suites - elevator
No swimming pool
Kitchen in every suite
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows up to 2 pets per room with a combined weight of 80 pounds in 1st floor rooms only - $10 per night fee for each pet. - June 2020 < Less
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Based on 37 reviews
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19. Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel - I-35, Exit 90
2502 SE Tones Drive, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
5 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $86
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel near I-35
16 miles from Des Moines Airport
4 floors, 84 rooms
Heated indoor swimming pool
24-hour exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating:
Based on 105 reviews
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6 miles
20. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Des Moines
410 East 30th Street, Des Moines, IA 50312
6 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $54
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Cheap, smoke-free hotel near IA State Fairgrounds
3 floors, 69 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 30 pounds, 2 pets per room - $25 per stay pet fee. - Aug 2022 < Less
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Based on 124 reviews
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"Great value, but not a great hotel. There were long hairs on my pillow, and I'm bald. The whirlpool jets didn't work. Adequate breakfast.2016-09-17 "
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21. La Quinta Inn & Suites Ankeny - I-35, Exit 90
2402 SE Tones Drive, I-35, Exit 90, Ankeny, IA 50021
6 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $92
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-35
11 miles from Des Moines
10 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack.
3 floors, 74 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 116 reviews
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6 miles
22. Super 8 Hotel North Des Moines - I-35 & I-80, Exit 136
4685 1/2 NE 14th St, I-35 & I-80, Exit 136, Des Moines, IA 50313
6 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $51
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated Average
Cheap, smoke-free hotel near I-35/I-80 at US 69
2 floors, 64 rooms - no elevator
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 119 reviews
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"I couldn't stay. The hotel room smelled like mildew, and there was hair on the bedsheets. There was no one to check us in, so we had to go to the hotel next door, where the clerk said she couldn't help me with a refund. Don't stay here.2023-06-08 "
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23. Baymont Inn & Suites Des Moines - I-35 & I-80, Exit 136
4685 NE 14th St, I-35 & I-80, Exit 136, Des Moines, IA 50313
6 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $64
Check In 1500
Check Out 1100
Rated Very Low Not Recommended
Midscale, smoke-free hotel near I-35/I-80 at US 69
2 floors, 74 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool - exercise room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 257 reviews
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"Convenient to the convention center. Great rates. The room decor was nice. There was no microwave in the room, and there were no vending machines. The hotel clerks were awesome and welcoming.2022-09-18 "
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24. Red Roof Inn Des Moines - I-35 & I-80, Exit 136
5020 NE 14th Street, I-35 & I-80, Exit 136, Des Moines, IA 50313
6 miles from Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino
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From $60
Check In 14 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Cheap, smoke-free motel near I-35/I-80 at US 69
2 floors, 62 rooms - no elevator
No swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking - truck parking Pet friendly motel
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- no pet fee for 1st pet - $10 per night fee for each additional pet. - Jan 2019 < Less
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"The motel was OK, but seemed overpriced. It was hard to enter and exit the property.2023-08-06 "
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