Located in Ankeny, Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines is within a 15-minute drive of Casey's Center and Adventureland. .This hotel is 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Ankeny Stadium.
What's nearby
Northview Shopping Center - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
Ankeny Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 13.0 miles
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 12.6 miles
Iowa State University - 25 min drive - 31.1 miles
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's - 2 min walk
7 Brew Coffee - 2 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Casey's General Store - 3 min drive
Arby's - 3 min walk
About this property
Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
Hotel in Ankeny with free breakfast and a fitness center
Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines offers 50 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Guests under 21 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
Enjoy a satisfying meal at Cazadors serving guests of Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
Cazadors - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Restaurants on site
Cazadors
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
In-room crib
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Computer station
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
2 floors
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Free crib
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 21 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
Property is also known as
Days Inn Ankeny
Days Inn Ankeny Des Moines
Days Inn Des Moines Hotel Ankeny
Days Inn Ankeny Moines Hotel
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Days Inn Wyndham Ankeny Moines Hotel
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Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines Reviews
Reviews
6.4
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 863 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 863 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 205 out of 863 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 164 out of 863 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 109 out of 863 reviews
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Lori
Traveled with family
Oct 13, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was pleasant and the room was clean, but they do not offer breakfast, despite being advertised on their profile, as well as on a sign near the front desk.
We were looking for an easy access from interstate and this was one. Was able to check in before check in time of 2 pm. When viewing room which was on 1st floor...decision was it wasn't the right place for us due to my allergies and a musty smell. Other occupants were in hotel hallway making environment a little uncomfortable. Returned key backed to desk even before the 2 pm check in time with explanation of needing room closer to Granger, Iowa. Desk person stated could not refund full charge but possible half. I called hotel after returning home checking on refund....person stated not authorized to give refund. Lesson learned!!
Very nice property that appeared to be well-maintained. The staff was very friendly. The room was clean and the linen was fresh. The area around the hotel is great with plenty of dining and shopping.
Room was not clean. Stains on the bed, hairs on the bed, as if the bedding wasn’t cleaned at all from the previous stayer. Streaks in the toilet. Floor was sticky. Something spilled next to the bed and it was not cleaned, just wiped up, sticky with hairs stuck in it. I didn’t end up staying.
Well maintained property and great value compared to other nearby options. Would only wish for a few more breakfast options but still worth it after that!
Staying at this location is underwhelming. My room allegedly was configured to be handicap accessible (hard surface floor and accessible bathroom) but was on the second floor. This location does not have an elevator for someone with that need to access that room.
Stairs looked like they hadn't been vacuumed in over a week.
Breakfast was underwhelming. "Waffles" looked like they were refrigerated Eggo waffles.
Kai
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Janessa
Traveled with pets
Aug 6, 2025
Bathroom in the room was still dirty with old hair and stuff stuck to the bottom. A few stains on the sheets. Overall not a bad place when you need a bed and shower for a few days. But I feel like I overpaid for what I received.
Free breakfast was cold items and mostly prepackaged, building and room is in need of updating and maintenance, no water pressure in the shower, beds were okay but the room was clammy (could see daylight around unit), should have been cheaper considering the lack of amenities and facility condition.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Steve
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Steve
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
4/10 Poor
Kaitlyn
Traveled with family and small children
Aug 4, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Booked two queen beds and the beds were the size of fulls. The breakfast is very minimal.
Kaitlyn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Dennis, OWATONNA
Business traveler
Aug 4, 2025
This is an old property that has been updated to some extent. There is no elevator so keep that in mind. The breakfast was nondescriptive.