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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers can unwind with a relaxing soak in the spa tub or energize with a workout at the fitness center after a day of exploring

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Located near Drake University, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale provides a welcoming retreat. Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, relax in the spa tub, or visit the 24-hour gym. The hotel includes free to-go breakfast and WiFi, blending relaxation with convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €84
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul

Room options

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A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, a chair, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a geometric wall decoration.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible (Communications)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Urbandale is home to Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG. Living History Farms and Hoyt Sherman Place are cultural highlights and Des Moines Civic Center is a popular local attraction. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Casey's Center or Iowa Events Center. Visit our Urbandale travel guide
Map
8789 Plum Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322

What's nearby

  • A colorful salad with various vegetables and cheese.
    Jordan Creek Town Center
    9 min drive - 15.2 km
  • A city skyline with a river and a bridge.
    Iowa Events Center
    13 min drive - 19.7 km
  • A large government building with a golden dome, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
    Iowa State Capitol Building
    13 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Drake University
    10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Casey's Center
    13 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    13 min walk
  • Casey's
    3 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    16 min walk
  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Casey's General Store
    7 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

  • Hotel near Living History Farms
  • Located close to Drake University, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG provides free on-the-go breakfast, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and a business centre.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room and smoke-free property
    • A lift, free newspapers and a vending machine
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 93 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

As of 12 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG on 23 Jul 2026 start from €84, 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 and Suites Urbandale by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG located?

Situated in Urbandale, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Living History Farms, Drake University and Jordan Creek Town Center. Hoyt Sherman Place and Casey's Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 512 out of 775 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 188 out of 775 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 775 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 775 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 775 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice and clean Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All of the staff that we interracted with was excellent, the room was great, and parking was convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Breakfast was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room were clean and the breakfast was great parking was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean , breakfast was fresh and the staff very nice at the reception desk. We will definitely return to this hotel :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, great breakfast and friendly lady at the front desk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the event we were attending and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Amenities
Great location for I80 travel. Clean, modern, & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daren

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was clean and neat and quiet. The only negative was the swimming pool was freezing! We are staying there again at Christmas and I hope they get it warmer before then!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and convenient. Excellent breakfast. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Convenient and comfortable

Convenient, clean and comfortable. Stayed here to visit family was very satisfied. Pool was great and breakfast was plentiful. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms were clean. Water was hot. Beds were comfortable. Breakfast area was clean and well stocked. Only slight issue we had was some of the outlets in the room did not work
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice rooms was spacious with a pull out couch only thing was a few stains on the carpet!! Breakfast was pretty good!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hot tub, breakfast and comfy beds! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, clean, quiet and relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanpaul.F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, Very polite staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Amenities
Loved the free breakfast. Very Nice hotel would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky

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

Convenient, Attractive, Comfortable

The hotel is comfortable and attractive. The location is convenient to the highway, restaurants and fuel. Our room was comfortable and well-supplied.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reegan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, with a friendly staff! Good location as well!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was friendly and helpful. Plenty of restaurants close by. Hotel and rooms were clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ron

Liked: Amenities
Clean hotel and it smells good, unlike some of the others.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024