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Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

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

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The Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny offers modern comfort and practical amenities. Guests enjoy a full breakfast each morning and free public WiFi. Self parking makes exploring easy, and the indoor pool provides a refreshing retreat after a day of activities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Room options

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Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Bed sheets

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

Highlights

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

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

Bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

Bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Premium Room

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
2502 S HULSIZER RD, Ankeny, IA, 50021

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
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬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 such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/bath combinations and shampoo

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 7 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG on 28 Nov, 2025 start from S$124.16, 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?

Checkout 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 miles (5 km) of Ankeny Dog Park and Woodland Hills Golf Course. Margo Frankel Woods State Park and Ankeny Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 281 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, quiet hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid affordable spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

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

8/10 Good

Kelsey

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

10/10 Excellent

KATHY

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Selle

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

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

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice young lady at the front desk when we checked in, location was great and staff were all very friendly

8/10 Good

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Great stay!

Room was comfortable and clean, breakfast was very good! Coffee was excellent. Had a great stay 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

MARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Troy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The property itself feels neat and clean, so I would recommend this place. However, our room was very gross. I might chalk this up to a poor housekeeping staffer. The bed cover had a recent small liquid stain, there was someone’s old sock on the floor, and there were at least 15 body hairs on the bathroom floor and a couple in the sink. One thing I can’t stand is someone else’s body hair, if the floor was actually vacuumed, there should not have been any.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia J

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

Last night of the trip was great.

New hotel a bit off the interstate, clean bright pool, spotless rooms. Close to lots of restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Passing Through

This was the perfect stop on our trip home from Branson. It was spacious, clean, quiet and a wonderful overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, very clean. The staff is very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 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

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, neat and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our visit to the Iowa State Fair. Newly renovated (or maybe built?) but super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Love brightness and fresh decor
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice, however, there was construction going on behind the property so that was not great to try and sit out ono the patio and enjoy outside with the dirt and construction going on behind the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024