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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Free daily full breakfast
Lobby
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Indoor pool
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥14,263
￥15,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7

Room options

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Combined shower/tub, towels, soap, shampoo

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
50021, IA, Ankeny, 2502 S HULSIZER RD

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Drake University - 16 min drive - 20.4 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 - ‬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

Property highlights
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG provides free full breakfast and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and shampoo

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Property is 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
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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Hotel Ankeny

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG on Jul 6, 2025 start from ￥14,263, 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 Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG located?

Situated in Ankeny, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Des Moines Area Community College and within 3 mi (5 km) of Ankeny Dog Park and Woodland Hills Golf Course. Ankeny Stadium and Prairie Ridge Sports Complex are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 218 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean facilities and friendly staff
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place for a last minute decision
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean properties
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stày
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and love how close it is to so many places we like!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with shopping and restaurants around. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and so clean. Staff members were nice and accommodating. Location was quiet, yet close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was great. We enjoyed the breakfast and nice seating. The room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access was very easy off of a very busy road. From counter staff to service people, exceptionally kind, caring and courteous...will be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and new.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Selle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay when I was in town for a family event.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newer facility with comfortable look and furnishings. Staff at check in looked and performed in professional manner, greeted with a smile. Room was clean and welcoming. Slept well, had good breakfast next morning. Would stay again next time in area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

12/28/2024 Wedding Reception

Excellent stay. Staff was very helpful and kind.
Great venue for a wedding reception.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Very comfortable and clean. Never heard anyone. Free breakfast was very good. Bed was comfortable. Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean hotel and the staff was friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful night perfect for a one night mini vacation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

Amazing and very accommodating! Highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023