What are some accommodations with pools in Altoona?

Adventureland Inn is a top hotel with 2 indoor pools, a children's pool, and 2 spa tubs. Other choices that feature an onsite pool include Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines and Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona . View all hotels with pools in Altoona .

What is the best spa hotel in Altoona?

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines is a highly recommended spa hotel with an indoor pool. See all spa hotels in Altoona .

What's the most popular hotel in Altoona with an on-site water park or a water park nearby?

Adventureland Inn is a popular hotel featuring 2 indoor pools, a children's pool, and a restaurant. You'll find Adventureland within 2 minutes by car. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn and Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East are two other water park hotels you can choose from. Check out all hotels with or near waterparks in Altoona .

What is the best accommodation for staying close to Des Moines International Airport (DSM)?

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is a popular hotel, featuring free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Des Moines Intl. Airport. Other good options near the airport are Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Hampton Inn Des Moines Airport .

What's it like to stay in Altoona?

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Altoona, and visitors give high marks for the casinos. This city also attracts tourists with its theme park. In Altoona, there are 21 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Altoona .

What should I see while I'm in Altoona?

Favorite places to visit include Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino , Adventureland , and Outlets of Des Moines . You'll also find Iowa State Fairgrounds and Iowa State Capitol Building in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Altoona guide .

What's the seasonal weather like in Altoona?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Altoona are January, February, November, and April, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.

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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA

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Adventureland

4/5(201 reviews)

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Altoona Travel Info

Number of reviews	6,339
Accommodation	688 hotels
Highest price	$189
Lowest price	$65
Reasons to visit	Adventureland, Hoyt Sherman Place and Science Center of Iowa
Hotels with nearby casinos	11
Hotels with indoor pools	32

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Altoona?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is a favorite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Reviews from our site also recommend Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines and Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines as top options for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Altoona.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Altoona?

NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOLS..WE HV IT ALL!: This vacation home rental near Altoona offers a patio, a selection of games, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a spa tub. See all vacation rentals in Altoona.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Altoona, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Altoona.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Altoona?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Altoona, head over to our customer service page.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in Altoona?

Based on reviews, La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. View all budget hotels in Altoona.

What's the best place to stay for a family vacation in Altoona?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona is another choice for your family trip. Kids of all ages will also enjoy a visit to Adventureland. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Altoona.

What's the best hotel for couples in Altoona?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel is a favorite hotel for couples, and features LCD TVs and coffee makers. See all romantic hotels in Altoona.

What's the best LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Altoona?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free breakfast and free WiFi. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines, an IHG Hotel and Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines are other good options for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Altoona.

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Altoona?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers an indoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines and Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Altoona.

Where is the best hotel to stay near Adventureland?

Adjacent to Adventureland, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a casino and 4 bars. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Adventureland Inn.

What about the best place to stay close to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino?

One of the top choices for your stay is Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel and this 3.5-star hotel offers a casino and 4 bars. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Adventureland Inn are a couple of other good options close by.

What's the best accommodation to visit the local casinos in Altoona?

Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is a top hotel featuring a casino and free WiFi. See more casino hotels in Altoona.