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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

2.5 star property
Urbandale hotel with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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Lobby
Exterior
Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Interior
Near Drake University, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale offers a warm retreat. Soak up the sun by the swimming pool, unwind in the spa tub, or work out at the 24-hour gym. With free to-go breakfast and WiFi, this hotel is perfect for relaxation and convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $94
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5

Room options

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
8789 Plum Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322

What's nearby

  • Living History Farms - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Drake University - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 12 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 14 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

When you stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Jordan Creek Town Center. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the indoor pool. A hot tub and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 93 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

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

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 30.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Urbandale
Holiday Inn Express Urbandale
Urbandale Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Urbandale Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Suites Urbandale

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale 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 and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub and a garden.

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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Bed
Hot Tub
Location
Coffee
Family friendly
Food
Parking

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were varied and delicious with a good selection of hot and cold choices. (18 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We have had good experiences with Holiday Inn Express, highly recommend them for your stay.
Marie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Jean, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great!

Very clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Breakfast was great. I stayed alone and felt safe
Sara, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Breakfast was wonderful, staff was very friendly, service was excellent.
Theresa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay
Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just a great place to stay for what we considered a fair price especially in these times. Quiet,clean, and comfortable beds resulting in a great nights sleep Thank you. We will be back.

6/10 Good

Cold pool

Everything was great except for the fact that the pool was very cold.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice

Really nice and clean. The beds were good not too hard! I could tell it’s newer and well kept!! Will stay here again!!
Jody, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Quiet. Slept well.

10/10 Exceptional

Great all around.

Was an all around great travel experience. The location is quiet yet very close to many food, drink, and shopping areas. Felt safe as a single woman traveling. Room was very clean and we maintained. Would recommend and stay again.
Autumn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hot tub, breakfast and comfy beds! Highly recommend!
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Brandon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Plenty of restaurants close by. Hotel and rooms were clean!
Joel P, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very nice and staff was incredibly helpful and friendly . Breakfast was delicious and always ready early. Would and will stay again next time I’m in Des Moines.
Ryan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean, Very polite staff.
Jeanpaul.F, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Chilling in Urbandale!

Great hotel & staff were very friendly! Great location next to many food places within walking distance!
Tracy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean

Breakfast was good. Updated and clean room
sharla, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Newly decor and clean
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean. Front desk was friendly. It was quiet on my floor.
Katelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice facility and staff. Easy check-in. Clean room with plenty of space.
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean hotel and it smells good, unlike some of the others.
Ron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay!
Tyrone, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Registration was easy and quick.
Douglas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good experience!

The hotel was exceptionally clean - the rooms are large and comfy. Bedding is great!
Kathryn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check-in, clean, quiet and relaxed.
Michael, 1-night trip