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Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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2502 SE Tones Dr, Ankeny, IA, 50021
  • Place, Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Woodland Hills Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Otter Creek Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 King Mobility Accessible with Roll in shower Non-Smoking

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

1 King Mobility Accessible with Roll in shower Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Beds Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Mobility Accessible with Roll In Shower Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed) | Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room;with Sofabed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

Pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

An indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, conference space and laundry facilities are on-site. Housekeeping is available on request.
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 50-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Children aged under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel. During your stay, you'll be close to Outlets of Des Moines. Enjoy features like free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include meeting rooms, conference space and convenience store
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • 12 minutes by car from Iowa Events Center and 12 minutes from Casey's Center
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include meeting rooms and coworking spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (93 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ankeny hotel.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and at the weekend from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar in shower (86 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2018
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 75.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Premier Hotel
Best Western Premier Ankeny
Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Hotel
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Hotel Ankeny

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 607 out of 904 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 904 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 904 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 904 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 904 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, the pool was great and parking was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Daralynn

Very welcoming staff and lobby. Nice lake view and close by restaurants. Perfect stay for a quick overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean comfortable rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place. Staff was friendly, room was decent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nyla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice establishment. Nicely decorated. Very clean. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The employee who greeted me was extremely nice and helpful. The room was beautiful and inviting. The breakfast and tea/ lemon water were great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice. Property appeared new and had an interesting design, nice public spaces and big, nicely designed rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We thought the hotel itself and the room was wonderful. I'd like to say though, that the pool was entirely too cool for us adults to enjoy and wish it was a little bigger.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely courteous and very welcoming. Everything was clean and in good order. My stay was cozy and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it here! Nice and clean! Relaxing! And the kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, super friendly staff, and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations, quiet area, easy access to restaurants, very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this location! We will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use the gym. Rooms were large and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Beds slept well, parking safe & close
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

The room was clean and comfortable. View of lake was nice. Would be better if the was a tree barrier to block traffic noise. Staff was amazing. Very friendly. Only complaint is the towel I had were very rough. Overall experience A!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room nice. Need new pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was good!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet, clean, convenient and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff/manager were amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025