10 Best Family Friendly Hotels in Altoona for 2026

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A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white toilet, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

1. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

Family fun awaits with a refreshing indoor pool, premium TV channels, and a short walk to Adventureland theme park.

RM367

RM411 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a red carpet, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

A hotel room with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a decorative door with geometric patterns.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, white chairs, and a door.

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a patterned carpet.

2. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Altoona

Splash into family fun at this indoor-poolside retreat just minutes from Adventureland and Prairie Meadows Casino.

RM259

RM290 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a large window.

A reception area with a counter, a brown leather chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted clock.

3. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Altoona

Indoor pool, free breakfast, and proximity to Adventureland make family getaways fun and convenient.

RM252

RM282 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

A breakfast area with a table, chairs, a coffee machine, a TV, and a Superstart breakfast sign.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a sign indicating the number 8.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a hallway leading to another room.

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

Altoona

Family-friendly Super 8 with indoor pool offers fun splash times near Adventureland and Prairie Meadows casino attractions.

RM266

RM297 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a shower area.

A reception desk with a computer, a phone, and a small shelf.

A bathroom with a toilet, a bathtub, and a shower curtain.

A compact hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a black refrigerator.

5. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Altoona

RM270

RM303 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a small window with curtains.

A courtyard with a covered seating area, brick buildings, and snow on the ground.

A courtyard with a gazebo, brick buildings, and snow on the ground.

6. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Altoona

Family-friendly indoor pool escape steps from Adventureland, where kids splash while parents enjoy peaceful accommodation.

RM264

RM295 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An indoor pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and multiple seating areas around the pool.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.

7. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Pleasant Hill

RM278

RM311 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Ankeny

Families splash into adventure at this immaculately clean hotel with indoor pool, free breakfast, and pet-friendly accommodation.

RM332

RM372 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Top Altoona Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"I was very pleased with my 4 night stay. Great staff, very clean facilities, good breakfast, and close too many conveniences. I definitely would stay again!"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous room, gorgeous hotel, and the downstairs bar was a vibe."

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Great and safer area to stay."

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Pool was under repair"

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel room was clean and checking in and out was a very smooth process."

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean comfortable rooms, staff kind breakfast always variety"

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

8/10 Good

"The location and room were great. The staff was even better. It was end of summer season next to amusement park, so it looked like a lot of traffic had been through."

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Clean room, friendly staff, sufficient breakfast, very good as expected"

Frequently asked questions

What's Altoona like for family-friendly holidays?

If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Altoona is a good choice. The exciting theme parks, horse riding and excursions are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Take to the air and fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from the city centre.

What's the best family accommodation in Altoona?

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona is another good choice for your stay with the kids.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Altoona?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Altoona are January, February, November and April, with each month seeing an average of 14 cm of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Altoona?

Adventureland, Outlets of Des Moines and Wooly's are interesting attractions that you and your family will enjoy exploring while you are staying in Altoona. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Casey's Center and Principal Park.

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1. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines