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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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Bed sheets
Lobby
Free daily full breakfast
Exterior
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is SAR 356
SAR 399 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Room options

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Bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Premium Room

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

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

Highlights

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

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Room amenity

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

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
2502 S HULSIZER RD, Ankeny, IA, 50021

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 12 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Adventureland - 13 min drive - 15.4 km
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 15.2 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 General Store - ‬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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includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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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
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Ankeny
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 28 Rabiʻ I 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG on 6 Rabiʻ II 2025 start from $106.4, including 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. Sunset Park and Westside Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 189 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

Arnold

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Selle

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place! Will stay again!
Very nice stay. We were right by the elevator so a little noisy at night and in the morning but manageable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

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

Susan

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, excellent breakfast, fitness room was exactly what I was looking for
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel
Our stay was amazing! We came down for the state fair and it was like coming home! Bed was so comfortable, nice cool air conditioning, clean and made our trip perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

10/10 Excellent

Guin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast offered by the hotel was very tasty and the seating available in the somewhat 'lobby' area was unique and quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

I enjoyed our stay very much. We will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a few times and it’s a great experience each time we stay. Breakfast is great, the hotel is clean and rooms are comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel! Staff were so friendly and helpful. Very clean. Best part is our son left his laptop in the room and they called us to let us know. We appreciated it very much!! Will stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Young lady at the front had a line when i got there. It did not take long and she was very pleasant to everyone she talked with. I would highly recommend this Hotel. The breakfast was great and service too. Very easy to check in and check out. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great breakfast, heated pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel brand new, enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023