Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny, an IHG Hotel, where a warm welcome meets modern comfort. Begin your day with full breakfast and stay connected with public WiFi. When you're on the go, take advantage of self parking and unwind in the indoor pool.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (4)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Feel at home (4)
Daily housekeeping
Lift
Free self-parking
Indoor swimming pools
The current price is €98
€98
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Room options
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Standard Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Single Bed
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Premium Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Single Bed
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds
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Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Des Moines Area Community College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Adventureland - 13 min drive - 15.9 km
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min drive - 16.2 km
Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 17.2 km
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Casey's General Store - 19 min walk
Casey's General Store - 6 min walk
Wendy's - 9 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
When you stay at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Wells Fargo Arena and Adventureland. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, and free perks include self-parking and full breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Also, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Iowa State Fairgrounds are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
74 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 6:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
An indoor pool
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower/bath combination
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
Holiday INN EXP Ankeny
Holiday INN Express DES Moines ankeny
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Ankeny
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Hotel Ankeny
Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG and nearby?
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG has an indoor pool.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG is located a short 19-minute walk from Des Moines Area Community College.
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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Breakfast
Room
Bed
Shower
Shopping
Children
Restaurant
Location
Breakfast
What guests liked
Breakfast options were great, well-stacked, and very good. (19 reviews)
The property offers nice and fresh free breakfast options and is close to lots of restaurants. (4 reviews)
The pool was great and a fun place for kids. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Good place to stay very good breakfast
Jose
2-night trip
10/10
very nice place to stay
Arnold
1-night trip
10/10
Good place to stày
KATHY
1-night trip
10/10
Very nice hotel with shopping and restaurants around. Would stay here again
Rita
1-night trip
8/10
great stay!
Selle
2-night trip
10/10
Very comfortable and clean. Never heard anyone. Free breakfast was very good. Bed was comfortable. Friendly staff
Tammy
2-night trip
10/10
Excellent stay. Staff was very helpful and kind.
Erik
1-night trip
10/10
Great stay!
Susan
2-night trip
10/10
Nice place to stay when I was in town for a family event.
Kevin
2-night trip
10/10
Close to everything.
Lori
3-night trip
10/10
Very nice stay. We were right by the elevator so a little noisy at night and in the morning but manageable!
Rhonda
2-night trip
10/10
It was a beautiful night perfect for a one night mini vacation
Amber
1-night trip
10/10
Thank you!
Gary
3-night trip
10/10
Very clean, excellent breakfast, fitness room was exactly what I was looking for
Victoria
1-night trip
10/10
Very clean hotel and the staff was friendly!
Gloria
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay
Amy
1-night trip
10/10
Clean, quiet stay.
Jamie
1-night trip
10/10
Amazing and very accommodating! Highly recommend this hotel!
Amy
3-night trip
10/10
Stayed here a few times and it’s a great experience each time we stay. Breakfast is great, the hotel is clean and rooms are comfortable.
Justin
1-night trip
10/10
Our stay was amazing! We came down for the state fair and it was like coming home! Bed was so comfortable, nice cool air conditioning, clean and made our trip perfect!
Jessica
1-night trip
10/10
The breakfast offered by the hotel was very tasty and the seating available in the somewhat 'lobby' area was unique and quite comfortable.
Guin
2-night trip
10/10
Would stay again when in the area
Derrick
1-night trip
10/10
Friendly staff, great breakfast, heated pool.
Sandra
2-night trip
10/10
Very noisy people next door, didnt calm door down till round 1am.
Yvonne C.
1-night trip
10/10
I enjoyed our stay very much. We will definitely go back.