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An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

1. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

2 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Robert

￥20,109

￥22,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a dark wooden door.

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

2 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Jeffrey

￥17,335

￥19,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

3. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

0.9 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Michael

￥13,110

￥14,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup, including various food items and a coffee station.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a diving board, and a lounge area with chairs.

A refrigerated display case with beverages and snacks.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

2.2 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Christy

￥16,887

￥18,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.

A modern breakfast area with a yogurt machine, hot food options, and a bakery section.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a window with an air conditioner.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

2.4 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

rick

￥15,992

￥17,912 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

6. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

0.5 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Craig

￥11,680

￥13,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception area with a wooden wall, a reception desk, and seating with red chairs.

A gym with cardio machines, a weight bench, and a mirror.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a counter, coffee machine, and various amenities.

7. Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

0.6 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Apajok

￥12,854

￥14,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a red carpet, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a decorative door with geometric patterns.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

0.6 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Scott

￥9,333

￥10,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted clock.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a flat-screen TV.

A reception area with a counter, a brown leather chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

1.1 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Abby

￥9,139

￥10,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and two large framed pictures of roller coasters.

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a sign indicating the number 8.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

0.6 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Lois

￥9,280

￥10,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a shower area.

A reception desk with a computer, a phone, and a small shelf.

A compact hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a black refrigerator.

A residential building with a covered patio and a small gazebo.

11. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

0.9 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Mitchell

￥10,686

￥11,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a small window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a television screen, and a digital kiosk.

A courtyard with a gazebo, brick buildings, and snow on the ground.

A row of vending machines with various beverages, including Aquafina water, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, and Coca-Cola.

12. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

0.9 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

joshua

￥10,116

￥11,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp and phone, and artwork on the walls.

A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and dumbbells.

A bar area with a sign reading 'PHOTO FINISH LOUNGE,' bar stools, a bar counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.

13. Prairie Meadows Hotel

< 0.1 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

￥20,566

￥23,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

14.8 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Cassandra

￥14,939

￥16,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

17.3 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Robin

￥14,108

￥15,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

9 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Todd

￥13,244

￥14,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

17. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

9.8 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

gary

￥14,409

￥16,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

18. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

9.8 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Carl

￥18,051

￥20,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

19. Des Lux Hotel

13.7 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Bobbi

￥24,083

￥26,973 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

20. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

9.1 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Dawn

￥14,821

￥16,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 935 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona	9.4 Exceptional 651 reviews	View
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines	9.0 Wonderful 1,350 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 740 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 835 reviews	View

Top Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room for the price. Very clean, bed was comfortable. Staff was very accommodating and helpful. Only thing I would suggest for improvement would be better lighting throughout. Would definitely come back again."

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"The entire place was clean & modern. The room was great…king size bed, sitting area/l shaped couch, super clean & comfortable, quiet area. The lady that checked us in was great too."

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk was very friendly. She is definitely very good at multitasking and is probably very underpaid for what she does."

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Nice staff and beautiful grounds"

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Our Home2 by Hilton experience was an absolute pleasure in all areas until we got to breakfast. We were welcomed warmly into the new and squeaky clean facility, impressed by the big room and kitchenette. We grabbed a microwave meal from the nicely displayed selections in the coolers just off the lobby and were tempted by the beautiful pool. We slept soundly in our comfortable king sized bed. Soon after 6 AM we ventured down to breakfast. We found the food around the corner from the lobby. There was a good selection of breakfast fare on display in modern glass-faced warmers. Unfortunately it took some work to finagle the food out of the case with the tongs provided. We also could not find any salt and pepper. Once seated in the attractive dining area, we found our food lukewarm at best and the coffee less than impressive — an anticlimactic end to an otherwise perfect stay."

Beautiful Home in Town Acreage

10/10 Excellent

"Place was great. Lots of space and comfortable!"

Other attractions near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Iowa State Fairgrounds

8.8/10 (945 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Cinemark Altoona

You can take time to visit Cinemark Altoona during your travels to Altoona. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.

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Outlets of Des Moines

8.6/10 (439 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Outlets of Des Moines during your trip to Altoona. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Copper Creek Golf Course

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Copper Creek Golf Course. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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Grand View Golf Course

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at Grand View Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Toad Valley Golf Course

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Toad Valley Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

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Sky Glider East

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Sky Glider East during your travels to Des Moines. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino?

Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino is located in an area of Altoona known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 24 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino?

Adjacent to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a casino and 4 bars. Other good options within a short distance include My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA and Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.

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Our top choices for Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino hotels

1. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

3. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

5. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

6. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

7. Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

8. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

9. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

11. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

12. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

13. Prairie Meadows Hotel

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

17. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

18. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

19. Des Lux Hotel

20. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Compare popular hotels close to Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Top Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Beautiful Home in Town Acreage

Other attractions near Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Cinemark Altoona

Outlets of Des Moines

Copper Creek Golf Course

Grand View Golf Course

Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

Toad Valley Golf Course

Sky Glider East

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