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Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale
8711 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA
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Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale is a 2-star hotels in Urbandale, IA. Guest sentiment is solid at 6.9/10 based on 447 guest reviews. No parking available. Practical perks include on-site dining, group-friendly meeting facilities.
Convenient Location
Located just off Interstate 80 and a short drive from downtown Des Moines, Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale offers easy access to both the highway and city attractions.
Comfortable Accommodations
Each room at our hotel is equipped with free Wi-Fi, Cable TV, a hairdryer, and ironing facilities to ensure a comfortable stay for all guests.
On-Site Amenities
Start your day right with a complimentary continental breakfast and stay active at our fitness center. Need to get some work done? Take advantage of our 24-hour front desk services for fax and photocopying.
Book your stay at Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale now for a convenient and comfortable experience!
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8711 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA
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Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale sits in Urbandale, IA, placing guests inside a defined metro market with its own dining clusters, transit spine, and visitor corridors. As a Hotels, Microtel Inn & Suites Urbandale is typically chosen for access to both the immediate blocks around the building and the wider Urbandale activity zones travelers care about. Straight-line miles in the tables below are computed from coordinates returned by the geocoder; real routing, traffic, and terminal time will differ—treat them as orientation, not ETA guarantees. Neighborhood character shifts by block: central business districts skew toward meetings and dining strips, resort corridors skew toward leisure venues, and airport-adjacent pockets skew toward quick turnarounds. When planning days in Urbandale, pair the nearby lists with your maps app so you can compare walking, transit, and rideshare options block by block.
Several reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, including stained bathtubs and hairs found on towels, indicating a subpar standard.
Service was described as standard, although some negative interactions were mentioned, particularly regarding the front desk.
Many reviews praised the location, highlighting it as a strong point of the stay.
Room quality was criticized for being cheap and worn out, though some enjoyed spacious rooms.
Amenities had mixed feedback; breakfast was disappointing but there were praises for some facilities.
Value for money was mentioned as being lacking due to various issues experienced during the stay.
Breakfast offerings received negative feedback regarding quality, impacting perceived value.
Overall experience was heavily affected by several negative aspects, notably cleanliness and service.
Please note that pets are only allowed in select room types. Pet fees are $30 per pet/per night. Please contact the property for additional information.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
Check-in: 03:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Up to 6 adults per room, up to 8 rooms per booking.