Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny hotel with indoor pool

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December 2025

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January 2026

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Welcome to Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny, an IHG Hotel, where a warm welcome meets modern comfort. Begin your day with full breakfast and stay connected with public WiFi. When you're on the go, take advantage of self parking and unwind in the indoor pool.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk

Main amenities (4)

Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning

Feel at home (4)

Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Free self parking
Indoor swimming pools

$85 nightly

Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Tonight

Dec 22 - Dec 23

Tomorrow

Dec 23 - Dec 24

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

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

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shower/tub combination

Private bathroom

Free bottled water

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

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Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$78 nightly

Dec 25 - Dec 26

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

2502 S HULSIZER RD, Ankeny, IA, 50021

What's nearby

Des Moines Area Community College - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Ankeny Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Adventureland - 10 min drive - 15.9 km
Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 17.5 km
Iowa State University - 28 min drive - 54.8 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
‪Panera Bread - ‬9 min walk
‪Culver's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG puts you within a 15-minute drive of Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, and free perks include self parking and full breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 74 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
- Minimum check-in age: 21
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free full breakfast 6:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends

Services

24-hour front desk

Facilities

An indoor pool

Accessibility

Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

Air conditioning

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Shower/tub combination
Soap and shampoo
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Toilet paper

Food and drink

Free bottled water

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

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Holiday INN Express DES Moines ankeny

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG has an indoor pool.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG is located a short 19-minute walk from Des Moines Area Community College.

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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

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and exceptional by multiple guests. (24 reviews)
The property offers nice and fresh free breakfast options and is close to lots of restaurants. (4 reviews)
The pool was great and a fun place for kids. (3 reviews)

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10/10 Exceptional

Nov 16, 2025

Good location, very clean and the walk-in shower a huge plus

Martin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 29, 2025

Excellent neighborhood and area in general. Great food nearby. Very clean Holiday Inn. No issues with the room and it was quiet. Staff was friendly and breakfast was good.

Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 12, 2025

Amazing place to stay!

Amy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 24, 2025

Very friendly staff and the breakfast was wonderful.

Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nov 2, 2025

The room was clean and spacious. Hotel was so bright and welcoming. Loved the pool and breakfast was delicious.

Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 6, 2025

It was so clean and the breakfast bar was exceptional!

Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sep 19, 2025

I like the cleanliness of the rooms, the bathroom shower was a little awkward to use but other than that no complaints at all. Would absolutely stay there again.

Peggy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 15, 2025

We did not have breakfast because of other plans. The hotel was super clean with modern accommodations. Looked very new or recently redone. Loved our room well furnished. Would definitely stay there again.

Marie, 1-night trip