Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
Iowa State Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 15.2 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 18 min walk
McDonald's - 15 min walk
Casey's General Store - 3 min walk
Casey's General Store - 15 min walk
Wendy's - 17 min walk
About this property
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ankeny. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the indoor pool. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
84 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Access to nearby indoor pool
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Coworking spaces
Conference space (1001 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 2018
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
An indoor pool
Bicycle parking
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Handrails in stairways
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LED TV
Premium satellite channels
Streaming services
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop mattress
Travel crib
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Weekly housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 9 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
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
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and mountain biking. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area. Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel also has access to a nearby indoor pool.
What's the area around Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel like?
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel is located on the waterfront.
Popular attractions include Des Moines Area Community College, which is 4 minutes away by car.
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
9 Dec 2024
Bradley
Bradley, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Nov 2024
Michael
Michael, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct 2024
Our Trip
Passing thru on our road trip, everything was fine, but be nice to have more handy cap parking stalls.
Jorge
Jorge, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Oct 2024
ANGELA M
ANGELA M, 1-night family trip
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4/10 Fair
6 Oct 2024
The floor was not clean - had not been vacuumed.
Janelle
Janelle, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2024
I had a great stay and appreciated the helpful and friendly staff very much! The decor inside the hotel and by the water is lovely and very well maintained. Although I didn’t have a chance to try breakfast, they had a good variety of options and the prices were very reasonable. I would certainly stay here again!
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
Yes
Marta
Marta, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
Wonderful staff at front desk.
Kristine
Kristine, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sep 2024
Staff are accommodating and friendly. Rooms are clean, possibly recently updated. I would stay here again.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
Very clean, nice staff
Amy
Amy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Sep 2024
Internet is unsecured.
Breakfast is for purchase only.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Sep 2024
MARY
MARY, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
Wonderful stay
Beautiful hotel! So comfortable. Friendly service. Great value!
Marcia
Marcia, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Sep 2024
Room was very nice. Good location. Only knock against it was the breakfast. I didn't care that we would have had to purchase the breakfast, it was more about the options that were available to purchase. I don't mind paying for breakfast at all, but if I am it should feel more premium
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sep 2024
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Dale
Dale, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Aug 2024
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
26 Aug 2024
Breakfast is not included. They have a menu now and prices seem resonable. This is not noted in expedia that breakfast is not included.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
26 Aug 2024
Room and staff were great. The bad thing was, I thought all Best Westerns offered free breakfast…not this one! They offer breakfast, but it will cost you. Was not a fun surprise. For that reason I won’t be back, I’ll go back to staying at the Hampton or Home2Suites across the street when in town where I won’t have the added cost of paying for breakfast.
todd
todd, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Aug 2024
Easy check in. Very clean.
Woody
Woody, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Aug 2024
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 Aug 2024
This hotel was clean and well kept. The only 2 things we did not like is that you are unable to have room temperature lower then 68 degrees even when you call regarding room being too warm and they do not offer free breakfast with room. They had a very nice outdoor area to enjoy. Pool was small and so very crowded and not enjoyable No hot tub.
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Aug 2024
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
Jodi
Jodi, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Nice large room.
I wish the front entrance of the hotel would have had a sign.