Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Adventureland

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Terrace/patio
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool
Located in the heart of Altoona, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East offers a cozy retreat with an indoor pool and laundry facilities. Unwind after a day at Adventureland or Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino with free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ₩92,340
₩103,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Altoona is home to Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East. Some of the area's popular attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Heritage Carousel of Des Moines and Science Center of Iowa are also worth visiting.
Map
3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA, 50009

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 17.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
Close to Adventureland, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East provides amenities like laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and toasters
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and limited housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

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

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East on Aug 31, 2025 start from ₩92,340, 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.

Is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East?

Self parking is free at this property.

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.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East located?

Situated in Altoona, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cinemark Altoona and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Outlets of Des Moines and Altoona Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 412 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 412 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 412 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 412 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 412 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! The room was great as well. A few small areas around the hotel could use some maintenance, but overall great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I know that motel 6 kinda gets a bad rep, but this place is REALLY nice for what you're paying!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aging property with relatively clean rooms. Suitable for an extended stay on a budget. It's location is convenient for shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
What was expected of motel 6. Next to a busy truck stop.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room for 2 people was huge and super nice, must be very newly upgraded. BBQ joint next door and casino nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Shane

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Extended stay/living at the property
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

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

8/10 Good

Christina

Cheap and ok if just sleeping. Not the worst but definitely not where I would recommend families staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

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

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

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

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was super friendly and they got us everything we needed right away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asmeret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet and the rooms were very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Feleica

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean. Great price kind staff!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The pool was closed although that wasn't posted online.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ceryl

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was run down, the room smelled like mildew and was super humid and gross feeling in the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facility was very rundown room was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cindy

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Expedia should remove this hotel. It was the worst. Bedding was very old towels were like shop rags. Felt unsafe. Needs to be torn down. Wish we could get our money back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very nice and prompt. My room was clean. The motel itself was quiet. Love the little kitchenette and that they’re pet friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean. The rest of the property was dirty and in disrepair. Pool was out of service, gutter was hanging off the building, hallway carpet was nasty. They were low on pillows and towels. Was far below expectations for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had fun in the pool. Room had everything we could posdibly need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for your service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025