Studio 6 Altoona IA Des Moines East
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About this property
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Amenities
This motel offers designated smoking areas.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. 43-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and microwaves.
Location
Located in Altoona, Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is within a 15-minute drive of Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. This motel is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Casey's Center and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Drake University.
What's nearby
Cinemark Altoona(0.8 miles)
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino(1 miles)
Outlets of Des Moines(1 miles)
Altoona Dog Park(2.4 miles)
Adventureland(0.7 miles)
Reno Memorial Dog Park(3.5 miles)
Grand View Golf Course(4.5 miles)
Great Escape(5.4 miles)
Iowa State Fairgrounds(5.9 miles)
Sky Glider East(6 miles)
Copper Creek Golf Course(6.8 miles)
Heritage Carousel of Des Moines(7.3 miles)
Sleepy Hollow Sports Park(7.5 miles)
UnityPoint Health - Iowa Lutheran Hospital(8 miles)
Iowa State Capitol Building(8.1 miles)
The nearest major airport is Des Moines International Airport (DSM)(20.1 miles)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Casino
Non-Smoking Rooms
Self Laundry
Free Parking
Location
3225 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, Iowa, United States of America
Cinemark Altoona (0.8 miles)
Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (1 miles)
Outlets of Des Moines (1 miles)
Altoona Dog Park (2.4 miles)
Adventureland (0.7 miles)
Reno Memorial Dog Park (3.5 miles)
Room options
20
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
27
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
31
Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchenette
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchenette
Guest reviews
5.8
Based on 582 verified reviews
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews, Studio 6 Altoona IA Des Moines East delivers budget lodging with updated rooms for many guests, but shortcomings in building upkeep, amenities availability, and overall environment limit satisfaction and make experiences vary widely.
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Across reviews, Studio 6 Altoona IA Des Moines East delivers budget lodging with updated rooms for many guests, but shortcomings in building upkeep, amenities availability, and overall environment limit satisfaction and make experiences vary widely.
Studios often provide kitchenettes with large refrigerators and workable basics, though guests mention small bathrooms, limited lighting, thin walls, firmer beds or lumpy pillows, and occasional odors. The indoor pool is frequently closed or in disrepair, exterior areas and hallways look worn, and security doors sometimes don't lock; there is no elevator and several in-room basics are not provided. Service feedback is mixed, ranging from welcoming, helpful staff to confrontational interactions, surprise deposits, and occasional refund or follow-through issues. Staff experiences vary from welcoming to confrontational, and while the spot is handy for Adventureland and the interstate, being beside a busy truck stop leaves some guests uneasy. Best for budget travelers prioritizing a functional room over amenities.
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Facilities
The indoor pool is frequently closed or out of service, exterior areas show disrepair, and security doors often fail to lock. There is no elevator and in-room basics like coffee makers, hair dryers, or toiletries are commonly missing.
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Deb
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms completely remodeled and nice. Bathroom small, pool was closed and outside doors didn’t lock.
Rooms completely remodeled and nice. Bathroom small, pool was closed and outside doors didn’t lock.
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Monica
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Jacob
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Limited parking
Limited parking
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Colleen
Oct 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room did not have coffee pot, or shampoo and conditioner. There was a man outside banging on a pipe for over 5 hours, I believe he worked at the hotel. Overall did not match listing description.
Room did not have coffee pot, or shampoo and conditioner. There was a man outside banging on a pipe for over 5 hours, I believe he worked at the hotel. Overall did not match listing description.
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Tiffany
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was a big disappointment and I wouldn’t recommend booking a room here. The hallways were dirty and looked as if they hadn’t been vacuumed. There were stains on the carpet and the pool was closed, which was annoying considering that’s why I picked a hotel with a pool. On the website it states there was a coffee pot in the rooms which wasn’t the case, there also wasn’t a blow dryer for convenience. The beds were uncomfortable and I didn’t like the back door entrance didn’t require a key card to get into the building. Literally anyone could get in the hotel. Trying to save money and staying at a cheaper rate isn’t always the best idea. Next time I visit Des Moines I plan on staying somewhere cleaner/safer.
This hotel was a big disappointment and I wouldn’t recommend booking a room here. The hallways were dirty and looked as if they hadn’t been vacuumed. There were stains on the carpet and the pool was closed, which was annoying considering that’s why I picked a hotel with a pool. On the website it states there was a coffee pot in the rooms which wasn’t the case, there also wasn’t a blow dryer for convenience. The beds were uncomfortable and I didn’t like the back door entrance didn’t require a key card to get into the building. Literally anyone could get in the hotel. Trying to save money and staying at a cheaper rate isn’t always the best idea. Next time I visit Des Moines I plan on staying somewhere cleaner/safer.
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Tara
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible exterior but has updated rooms. No elevator. Near Adventure Land.
Terrible exterior but has updated rooms. No elevator. Near Adventure Land.
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Scott
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was inexpensive and good enough for one night. Staff were courteous at check in. No elevators (only stairs) to second floor. Being next to a truck stop there was some evening noise but that settled down during the night. There was a surprise 50$ deposit required that was refunded a few days later as they promised.
Stay was inexpensive and good enough for one night. Staff were courteous at check in. No elevators (only stairs) to second floor. Being next to a truck stop there was some evening noise but that settled down during the night. There was a surprise 50$ deposit required that was refunded a few days later as they promised.
8
Jackie
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
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Denise
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a pool with pictures advertised but the pool was closed and appeared to have been for a very long time. There are NO ammenities for the shower. There is NO blowdryer in the rooms or that you can borrow from the front desk. When turning the shower on, the whole thing felt like you had to be careful with it. But the shower was hot! The beds were ok, a tad hard for my liking, I woke a few times and my hips hurt from that. There were 2 pillows per bed (2 queen) and they were certainly lumpy, but I was able to manipulate one enough to get a good placement of my head. Looking out my window, I saw some window screens laying in places in the "courtyard". The front desk check in was easy and she was very pleasant, same for the checkout. Very very friendly.
There was a pool with pictures advertised but the pool was closed and appeared to have been for a very long time. There are NO ammenities for the shower. There is NO blowdryer in the rooms or that you can borrow from the front desk. When turning the shower on, the whole thing felt like you had to be careful with it. But the shower was hot! The beds were ok, a tad hard for my liking, I woke a few times and my hips hurt from that. There were 2 pillows per bed (2 queen) and they were certainly lumpy, but I was able to manipulate one enough to get a good placement of my head. Looking out my window, I saw some window screens laying in places in the "courtyard". The front desk check in was easy and she was very pleasant, same for the checkout. Very very friendly.
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Melanie
Aug 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The pool was closed although that wasn't posted online.
The pool was closed although that wasn't posted online.
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Cleanliness
Rooms are often tidy, but many reviews note dirty hallways and entrances, littered exteriors, and strong odors. A few report pests, damp or musty air, stained linens, or mold.
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Monica
Aug 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Stacy
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was dirty and smelled like mildew! No water pressure and the linens smelled bad
It was dirty and smelled like mildew! No water pressure and the linens smelled bad
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Candace
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The photos in their profile are not accurate. This place is filthy and run down. Luckily , the room was better than the hallways and lobby, so we did end up staying the night because we were just there to sleep for 1 night and it was close to the activity we were in town to do. It’s one of those hotels that people live in and there were shady people hanging out everywhere. The entrances were filthy with cigarette butts. The hallways were filthy and littered with garbage.
The photos in their profile are not accurate. This place is filthy and run down. Luckily , the room was better than the hallways and lobby, so we did end up staying the night because we were just there to sleep for 1 night and it was close to the activity we were in town to do. It’s one of those hotels that people live in and there were shady people hanging out everywhere. The entrances were filthy with cigarette butts. The hallways were filthy and littered with garbage.
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Lance
Jul 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had burn holes in our bedsheets from cigarettes, mold in the air conditioner and stains all over the sheets/comforter!
We had burn holes in our bedsheets from cigarettes, mold in the air conditioner and stains all over the sheets/comforter!
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Marvin
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was spacious, clean and neat. The furniture was new but the chairs weren't very comfy. We liked the kitchenette with the large refrigerator. The inside of the hotel was good but the outside was trashy, I saw lots off cigarette butts, beer cans and paper trash around the building. The outside door had key readers but were opened without the keycard. The room was much nicer than most econo hotels and the price was right. If you are just passing through, it's ok.
The room was spacious, clean and neat. The furniture was new but the chairs weren't very comfy. We liked the kitchenette with the large refrigerator. The inside of the hotel was good but the outside was trashy, I saw lots off cigarette butts, beer cans and paper trash around the building. The outside door had key readers but were opened without the keycard. The room was much nicer than most econo hotels and the price was right. If you are just passing through, it's ok.
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Veronica
May 13, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The picture shown of the building is not of the place we stay. Place was shabby, dark room, smelled.
The picture shown of the building is not of the place we stay. Place was shabby, dark room, smelled.
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Donna
Oct 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Seen a cockroach in the bathroom floor !
Seen a cockroach in the bathroom floor !
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Elma
Jul 22, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Check-in person was extremely grumpy. Room was clean but hallways, doorways and parking lot were filthy and cluttered with trash and cigarette butts. The room reeked of mildew and the a/c smelled awful. The a/c also made very loud clunking noises all night. We got locked out of our room and the building at 6:30 am, as our key cards no longer worked. Definitely not worth the $100 cost of the room with taxes and fees. Worst hotel experience since using Expedia 😪.
Check-in person was extremely grumpy. Room was clean but hallways, doorways and parking lot were filthy and cluttered with trash and cigarette butts. The room reeked of mildew and the a/c smelled awful. The a/c also made very loud clunking noises all night. We got locked out of our room and the building at 6:30 am, as our key cards no longer worked. Definitely not worth the $100 cost of the room with taxes and fees. Worst hotel experience since using Expedia 😪.
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Luke
Jul 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ac was not adjustable ( room was hot) and the room smelled musty. Shower spilled water all over the floor to the point the whole bathroom floor was wet.
Ac was not adjustable ( room was hot) and the room smelled musty. Shower spilled water all over the floor to the point the whole bathroom floor was wet.
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Jeff
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It is a shame that no effort is made to the exterior, trash, etc. since the inside was in good condition and the room was like new.
It is a shame that no effort is made to the exterior, trash, etc. since the inside was in good condition and the room was like new.
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Rooms
Studios tend to be spacious with kitchenettes and large refrigerators, suitable for simple stays. Downsides include small bathrooms, limited lighting, thin walls with some noise, firmer beds or lumpy pillows, and occasional odors.
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Emma
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was nice and clean could have been mopped though. The outside had feces all over the back parking lot, our room door had a gap wide enough to look into the room, and the flooring in the pool room is broken up a little bit.
The room was nice and clean could have been mopped though. The outside had feces all over the back parking lot, our room door had a gap wide enough to look into the room, and the flooring in the pool room is broken up a little bit.
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Deb
Jun 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms completely remodeled and nice. Bathroom small, pool was closed and outside doors didn’t lock.
Rooms completely remodeled and nice. Bathroom small, pool was closed and outside doors didn’t lock.
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Phillip
Oct 6, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Decent overall. The room had a faint smell of smoke so they clearly have had guests who didnt care about anyone else. Room was very good. Big fridge, good tv. Plenty of space. Good bed. I like lots of pillows but the 2 were nice
Decent overall. The room had a faint smell of smoke so they clearly have had guests who didnt care about anyone else. Room was very good. Big fridge, good tv. Plenty of space. Good bed. I like lots of pillows but the 2 were nice
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Kimberley
Sep 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
What I didn't like was the fact the lighting was poorly done in the main area of the room. The only lighting you have is the little lights by the bed. Their just barely enough light from them to see the bed and other furniture.
What I didn't like was the fact the lighting was poorly done in the main area of the room. The only lighting you have is the little lights by the bed. Their just barely enough light from them to see the bed and other furniture.
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Marvin
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was spacious, clean and neat. The furniture was new but the chairs weren't very comfy. We liked the kitchenette with the large refrigerator. The inside of the hotel was good but the outside was trashy, I saw lots off cigarette butts, beer cans and paper trash around the building. The outside door had key readers but were opened without the keycard. The room was much nicer than most econo hotels and the price was right. If you are just passing through, it's ok.
The room was spacious, clean and neat. The furniture was new but the chairs weren't very comfy. We liked the kitchenette with the large refrigerator. The inside of the hotel was good but the outside was trashy, I saw lots off cigarette butts, beer cans and paper trash around the building. The outside door had key readers but were opened without the keycard. The room was much nicer than most econo hotels and the price was right. If you are just passing through, it's ok.
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Mark
May 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was ok
Room was ok
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Jackie
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
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Denise
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
There was a pool with pictures advertised but the pool was closed and appeared to have been for a very long time. There are NO ammenities for the shower. There is NO blowdryer in the rooms or that you can borrow from the front desk. When turning the shower on, the whole thing felt like you had to be careful with it. But the shower was hot! The beds were ok, a tad hard for my liking, I woke a few times and my hips hurt from that. There were 2 pillows per bed (2 queen) and they were certainly lumpy, but I was able to manipulate one enough to get a good placement of my head. Looking out my window, I saw some window screens laying in places in the "courtyard". The front desk check in was easy and she was very pleasant, same for the checkout. Very very friendly.
There was a pool with pictures advertised but the pool was closed and appeared to have been for a very long time. There are NO ammenities for the shower. There is NO blowdryer in the rooms or that you can borrow from the front desk. When turning the shower on, the whole thing felt like you had to be careful with it. But the shower was hot! The beds were ok, a tad hard for my liking, I woke a few times and my hips hurt from that. There were 2 pillows per bed (2 queen) and they were certainly lumpy, but I was able to manipulate one enough to get a good placement of my head. Looking out my window, I saw some window screens laying in places in the "courtyard". The front desk check in was easy and she was very pleasant, same for the checkout. Very very friendly.
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Jessica
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
For the amount of money they charged for one night, I would have expected some small amenities (hair dryer in the room, shampoo and conditioner). Walls are thin and you can easily hear people in the hall or in adjoining rooms. Towel bar in bathroom was previously broken and had not been replaced. Wasn’t horrible but would not stay again.
For the amount of money they charged for one night, I would have expected some small amenities (hair dryer in the room, shampoo and conditioner). Walls are thin and you can easily hear people in the hall or in adjoining rooms. Towel bar in bathroom was previously broken and had not been replaced. Wasn’t horrible but would not stay again.
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Drew
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
it's pretty sketchy looking on the outside but when I walked in the room I was very surprised it was very clean, updated and smelled clean. the ladies at the desk where nice and polite. for the money I'll probably stay there each time I go see my daughter
it's pretty sketchy looking on the outside but when I walked in the room I was very surprised it was very clean, updated and smelled clean. the ladies at the desk where nice and polite. for the money I'll probably stay there each time I go see my daughter
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Service
Interactions range from very friendly and helpful front desk staff to unprofessional encounters, including mistaken billing accusations and limited follow-through. Several mention surprise deposits and occasional delays or confusion in refunds or requests.
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Angelica
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I tried to stay at this place and got a room through Expedia and when I got there the lady at the desk was of no help. She claimed she couldn’t find my reservation and would not allow me to stay and basically sent me on my way and just walked away from the desk. Luckily I was able to contact Expedia and they offered me a full refund. The woman working was very unprofessional and not of any help
I tried to stay at this place and got a room through Expedia and when I got there the lady at the desk was of no help. She claimed she couldn’t find my reservation and would not allow me to stay and basically sent me on my way and just walked away from the desk. Luckily I was able to contact Expedia and they offered me a full refund. The woman working was very unprofessional and not of any help
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Mercedes
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I paid online, and it did not mention anything about a security deposit. I still have not gotten it back it.
I paid online, and it did not mention anything about a security deposit. I still have not gotten it back it.
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Robert
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great service Thank you
Great service Thank you
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Paula
Jun 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Knocked on my door at midnight saying I didn't pay for my room as ND to vacate walked to office with him I told him I been there for 3 days already I paid online and went to o front desk which lady that working checked me in and reset my key he called me a liar 4 times and wanted me to vacate immediately I argued telling him I had itinerary number confirmed my payment he finally went got lady who checked me in and she made the mistake of not putting me in that room him calling me a lier is unacceptable
Knocked on my door at midnight saying I didn't pay for my room as ND to vacate walked to office with him I told him I been there for 3 days already I paid online and went to o front desk which lady that working checked me in and reset my key he called me a liar 4 times and wanted me to vacate immediately I argued telling him I had itinerary number confirmed my payment he finally went got lady who checked me in and she made the mistake of not putting me in that room him calling me a lier is unacceptable
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Scott
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was inexpensive and good enough for one night. Staff were courteous at check in. No elevators (only stairs) to second floor. Being next to a truck stop there was some evening noise but that settled down during the night. There was a surprise 50$ deposit required that was refunded a few days later as they promised.
Stay was inexpensive and good enough for one night. Staff were courteous at check in. No elevators (only stairs) to second floor. Being next to a truck stop there was some evening noise but that settled down during the night. There was a surprise 50$ deposit required that was refunded a few days later as they promised.
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Amy
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was super friendly and they got us everything we needed right away.
The staff was super friendly and they got us everything we needed right away.
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Catherine
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was great! The room was great as well. A few small areas around the hotel could use some maintenance, but overall great experience.
Staff was great! The room was great as well. A few small areas around the hotel could use some maintenance, but overall great experience.
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Paula
Jun 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
After staying in the same room on the fourth day manager guy comes to my door at midnight saying I didn't pay my bill for that day I told him I did he took me to the front desk said he couldn't find it on the computer I told him I paid online with the lady that was working flat out called me a liar said I was lying I didn't pay I told him I did pay I could show him the itinerary number and he called me a liar again I explained to him when I paid what time I paid he went and got the lady that check me in and she confirmed I checked in and paid she forgot to enter it in the computer I have never been called a liar to my face four times
After staying in the same room on the fourth day manager guy comes to my door at midnight saying I didn't pay my bill for that day I told him I did he took me to the front desk said he couldn't find it on the computer I told him I paid online with the lady that was working flat out called me a liar said I was lying I didn't pay I told him I did pay I could show him the itinerary number and he called me a liar again I explained to him when I paid what time I paid he went and got the lady that check me in and she confirmed I checked in and paid she forgot to enter it in the computer I have never been called a liar to my face four times
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Rose
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was very friendly. We had an electrical outlet that quit working. It was fixed the next day. Only complaint I have is there was no coffee pot in our kitchenette.
Staff was very friendly. We had an electrical outlet that quit working. It was fixed the next day. Only complaint I have is there was no coffee pot in our kitchenette.
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Liona
Dec 5, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Friendly staff.
Friendly staff.
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Location
Convenient to Adventureland, restaurants, and the interstate, but adjacent to a busy truck stop. Some guests mention noise and an uneasy atmosphere outside.
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Janet
Jun 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel outside and parking lot wad sketchy at best, almost left, but once we got in our roo. Was fine.
Hotel outside and parking lot wad sketchy at best, almost left, but once we got in our roo. Was fine.
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Alexandrya
Aug 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very clean, walking distance to Adventureland. Right next to a gas station and close to interstate. Staff was able to provide extra pillows upon request.
Room was very clean, walking distance to Adventureland. Right next to a gas station and close to interstate. Staff was able to provide extra pillows upon request.
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Jill
Jun 17, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice location. Convenient to restaurants and highway. Building not secure and empty condom boxes in parking lot. Room was clean, bathroom small.
Nice location. Convenient to restaurants and highway. Building not secure and empty condom boxes in parking lot. Room was clean, bathroom small.
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Tara
May 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Terrible exterior but has updated rooms. No elevator. Near Adventure Land.
Terrible exterior but has updated rooms. No elevator. Near Adventure Land.
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Scott
May 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Stay was inexpensive and good enough for one night. Staff were courteous at check in. No elevators (only stairs) to second floor. Being next to a truck stop there was some evening noise but that settled down during the night. There was a surprise 50$ deposit required that was refunded a few days later as they promised.
Stay was inexpensive and good enough for one night. Staff were courteous at check in. No elevators (only stairs) to second floor. Being next to a truck stop there was some evening noise but that settled down during the night. There was a surprise 50$ deposit required that was refunded a few days later as they promised.
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Anastasia
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Aging property with relatively clean rooms. Suitable for an extended stay on a budget. It's location is convenient for shopping and restaurants.
Aging property with relatively clean rooms. Suitable for an extended stay on a budget. It's location is convenient for shopping and restaurants.
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Jackie
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
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Amara
Aug 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed here multiple times. Usually really clean in the rooms. Area is next to a truck stop and freeway so it can feel a little unsafe as a young woman but I’ve never had issues.
Stayed here multiple times. Usually really clean in the rooms. Area is next to a truck stop and freeway so it can feel a little unsafe as a young woman but I’ve never had issues.
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Alisha
Aug 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great motel for the price! They are pet friendly, have a huge indoor pool, and close to outlet mall and Adventureland. Plus so many places to eat near by.
Great motel for the price! They are pet friendly, have a huge indoor pool, and close to outlet mall and Adventureland. Plus so many places to eat near by.
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Jill
Jun 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice location. Convenient to restaurants and the expressway. Building wasn’t secure in the back, and empty prophylactic boxes in parking lot near entrance. Room was clean however and nice place to lay your head.
Nice location. Convenient to restaurants and the expressway. Building wasn’t secure in the back, and empty prophylactic boxes in parking lot near entrance. Room was clean however and nice place to lay your head.
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Dining
Breakfast is not provided despite some listings, and lobby coffee is inconsistent or poor. Rooms typically lack coffee makers, and there is no on-site dining mentioned.
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Alex
Jun 16, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
When made the reservation it showed breakfast was available and it was NOT.
When made the reservation it showed breakfast was available and it was NOT.
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Raymon
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No breakfast, a little run down, needs updated!
No breakfast, a little run down, needs updated!
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Tiffany
Oct 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This hotel was a big disappointment and I wouldn’t recommend booking a room here. The hallways were dirty and looked as if they hadn’t been vacuumed. There were stains on the carpet and the pool was closed, which was annoying considering that’s why I picked a hotel with a pool. On the website it states there was a coffee pot in the rooms which wasn’t the case, there also wasn’t a blow dryer for convenience. The beds were uncomfortable and I didn’t like the back door entrance didn’t require a key card to get into the building. Literally anyone could get in the hotel. Trying to save money and staying at a cheaper rate isn’t always the best idea. Next time I visit Des Moines I plan on staying somewhere cleaner/safer.
This hotel was a big disappointment and I wouldn’t recommend booking a room here. The hallways were dirty and looked as if they hadn’t been vacuumed. There were stains on the carpet and the pool was closed, which was annoying considering that’s why I picked a hotel with a pool. On the website it states there was a coffee pot in the rooms which wasn’t the case, there also wasn’t a blow dryer for convenience. The beds were uncomfortable and I didn’t like the back door entrance didn’t require a key card to get into the building. Literally anyone could get in the hotel. Trying to save money and staying at a cheaper rate isn’t always the best idea. Next time I visit Des Moines I plan on staying somewhere cleaner/safer.
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Vincent
Aug 28, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Cigarette burns on the comforter. There was a fight in the lobby that had to be broken up. The app said there was free breakfast but we couldn’t find where that would have been nor were we told there was one upon check in. It is a place to sleep with 4 walls if that’s all you require.
Cigarette burns on the comforter. There was a fight in the lobby that had to be broken up. The app said there was free breakfast but we couldn’t find where that would have been nor were we told there was one upon check in. It is a place to sleep with 4 walls if that’s all you require.
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Patrick
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Walked in lobby, sign saying pool is closed. Got to room, it stunk!!! Asked staff about it, was told they had some workers staying there for month or 2, that’s probably why it smells. Went to lobby in morning for coffee, I think it was made night before, nasty. Claim to be security building. Lock on side door doesn’t work and has been broken for a while according to staff. It sure wasn’t worth $80 a night. Needs to be torn down since they obviously can’t clean it.
Walked in lobby, sign saying pool is closed. Got to room, it stunk!!! Asked staff about it, was told they had some workers staying there for month or 2, that’s probably why it smells. Went to lobby in morning for coffee, I think it was made night before, nasty. Claim to be security building. Lock on side door doesn’t work and has been broken for a while according to staff. It sure wasn’t worth $80 a night. Needs to be torn down since they obviously can’t clean it.
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Finley
Aug 25, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
First noticed truck w transmission out of it. Broken entrance doors, damp musty room. No coffee. Looks like people live there. Hallway carpet was greasy. No complimentary items or vent in bathroom.
First noticed truck w transmission out of it. Broken entrance doors, damp musty room. No coffee. Looks like people live there. Hallway carpet was greasy. No complimentary items or vent in bathroom.
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Jackie
Mar 17, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
The room was nice it was a studio. No coffee pot in room. Right next to a truck stop. EASY TO GET TO HYW.
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Johnathan
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room for 2 people was huge and super nice, must be very newly upgraded. BBQ joint next door and casino nearby.
Room for 2 people was huge and super nice, must be very newly upgraded. BBQ joint next door and casino nearby.
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Jessica
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
For the amount of money they charged for one night, I would have expected some small amenities (hair dryer in the room, shampoo and conditioner). Walls are thin and you can easily hear people in the hall or in adjoining rooms. Towel bar in bathroom was previously broken and had not been replaced. Wasn’t horrible but would not stay again.
For the amount of money they charged for one night, I would have expected some small amenities (hair dryer in the room, shampoo and conditioner). Walls are thin and you can easily hear people in the hall or in adjoining rooms. Towel bar in bathroom was previously broken and had not been replaced. Wasn’t horrible but would not stay again.
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Rose
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was very friendly. We had an electrical outlet that quit working. It was fixed the next day. Only complaint I have is there was no coffee pot in our kitchenette.
Staff was very friendly. We had an electrical outlet that quit working. It was fixed the next day. Only complaint I have is there was no coffee pot in our kitchenette.
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Bruce
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Not as pictures show, heat not working, no toiletries ie,shampoo very small soap bar. Mirror light not working. But frig and freezer OK, toaster microwave good, bathroom/shower clean, some open entrance doors didn't require door key to enter,looked like always unlocked. and kind of a lingering smell/order in hallways. Overall get what you pay for. It worked.
Not as pictures show, heat not working, no toiletries ie,shampoo very small soap bar. Mirror light not working. But frig and freezer OK, toaster microwave good, bathroom/shower clean, some open entrance doors didn't require door key to enter,looked like always unlocked. and kind of a lingering smell/order in hallways. Overall get what you pay for. It worked.
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Kelly
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The property wasn't very secure, exterior doors were propped open all night. My room was clean but had a musty odor of pets and old cigarette smoke. The place where the smoke detector was supposed to be was just wires hanging from the ceiling. Hallways were very noisy at all hours of the night and the common areas were untidy.
The property wasn't very secure, exterior doors were propped open all night. My room was clean but had a musty odor of pets and old cigarette smoke. The place where the smoke detector was supposed to be was just wires hanging from the ceiling. Hallways were very noisy at all hours of the night and the common areas were untidy.
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Willie
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 3 nights
Weeds grown up around building. Pool advertised was and had been inoperable for some time. Hallway was goss. Room was OK.
Weeds grown up around building. Pool advertised was and had been inoperable for some time. Hallway was goss. Room was OK.
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Michelle
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I usually try to stay here because I am only here to sleep due to business. This year the bathroom was dirty and it grossed me out. I didn't arrive at the hotel till later at night therefore I had no other option as it was late and already paid for but won't be staying again
I usually try to stay here because I am only here to sleep due to business. This year the bathroom was dirty and it grossed me out. I didn't arrive at the hotel till later at night therefore I had no other option as it was late and already paid for but won't be staying again
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Trisha
Aug 15, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was clean, had no hair dryer, shampoo/conditioner but had kitchen supplies(pots pans dishes glasses). Hallways were dirty. Walls need to be patched & painted. Pool was not open on a very hot weekend.
Room was clean, had no hair dryer, shampoo/conditioner but had kitchen supplies(pots pans dishes glasses). Hallways were dirty. Walls need to be patched & painted. Pool was not open on a very hot weekend.
FAQs about Studio 6 Altoona IA Des Moines East
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is from 3:00 PM, and check-out time is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request but may incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Altoona, within a 15-minute drive of Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. It is approximately 0.8 miles from Cinemark Altoona and 1.1 miles from Adventureland.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an indoor pool available for guests to enjoy.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
One child 17 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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- 2026-09-14: 63.858052171154014USD
- 2026-09-15: 63.69491660128402USD
- 2026-09-16: 63.6926226999588USD
- 2026-09-17: 63.95787430329513USD
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- 2026-09-19: 71.53545812226105USD
- 2026-09-20: 59.40321654569625USD
- 2026-09-21: 59.40321654569625USD
- 2026-09-22: 67.78345889305496USD
- 2026-09-23: 63.95787430329513USD
- 2026-09-24: 63.95787430329513USD
- 2026-09-25: 71.95635599382781USD
- 2026-09-26: 71.95635599382781USD
- 2026-09-27: 63.41228242130279USD
- 2026-09-28: 63.95787430329513USD
- 2026-09-29: 63.95787430329513USD
- 2026-09-30: 67.78521123994064USD
- 2026-10-01: 70.38910184866714USD
- 2026-10-02: 83.42839867977142USD
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- 2026-10-07: 70.38910184866714USD
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- 2026-10-09: 78.96503026972961USD
- 2026-10-10: 83.42839867977142USD
- 2026-10-11: 70.38910184866714USD
- 2026-10-12: 66.9573065883255USD
- 2026-10-13: 70.38910184866714USD
- 2026-10-14: 66.9573065883255USD
- 2026-10-15: 70.39202095918273USD
- 2026-10-16: 83.42839867977142USD
- 2026-10-17: 83.42956984628296USD
- 2026-10-18: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-19: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-20: 70.39202095918273USD
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- 2026-10-22: 70.39202095918273USD
- 2026-10-23: 84.97167032873534USD
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- 2026-10-25: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-26: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-27: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-28: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-29: 71.69274226245498USD
- 2026-10-30: 84.97167032873534USD
- 2026-10-31: 84.97167032873534USD
- 2026-11-01: 61.94825383577728USD
- 2026-11-02: 66.38117191651916USD
- 2026-11-03: 66.38117191651916USD
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- 2026-11-06: 76.12804230215454USD
- 2026-11-07: 76.12804230215454USD
- 2026-11-08: 66.38117191651916USD
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- 2026-11-10: 66.38117191651916USD
- 2026-11-11: 66.38117191651916USD
- 2026-11-12: 66.38117191651916USD
- 2026-11-13: 70.95654963503264USD
- 2026-11-14: 74.73845763909911USD
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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)
- One child 17 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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