Comfortable Accommodations Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG in Altoona offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and complimentary toiletries. Leisure Facilities Guests can enjoy a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a minimarket, 24-hour front desk, and free on-site private parking. Dining Options A continental buffet breakfast is served daily, featuring warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, fruits, and juice. The child-friendly buffet caters to younger guests. Convenient Location Located 17 mi from Des Moines International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Wells Fargo Arena (0 mi) and Iowa Events Center (12 mi). Guests appreciate the room cleanliness and breakfast provided by the property.