Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny  

Just outside Ankeny’s center (about 6 km out) and a short drive from Des Moines attractions. Close to Adventureland Park, Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino, the Iowa Events Center and the Iowa State Fairgrounds, plus Des Moines Area Community College, Woodland Hills Golf Course, the Ankeny Art Center and John Deere Des Moines Works tours.

A modern mid-size hotel with 77 guest rooms and studio suites. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature refrigerators, microwaves, flat-screen TVs, desks and in-room safes. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair-accessible via elevator, and offers warm, simple décor that feels welcoming after a long day.

Heated indoor swimming pool and whirlpool for a slow unwind, plus a state-of-the-art fitness center. Free wired and wireless internet across the property and free self-parking. On-site laundry, laundry/press services and a lobby bar/lounge add convenience.

Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet, a business center and a 24-hour front desk to keep work on schedule.

Start with a free hot breakfast each morning—fresh-made waffles daily. A snack bar/deli handles quick bites, and an on-site bar/lounge keeps evenings easy.