The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel | Hotel in Ankeny

8.4 (134 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  20 Guests
Ankeny Hotel | The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in Ankeny

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel is located in Ankeny, 10 miles from Iowa Events Center and 10 miles from Hy-Vee Hall. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features an indoor pool, hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area and a TV with satellite channels. Guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. Guests at The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the accommodation. Wells Fargo Arena is 10 miles from The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel, while Science Center of Iowa is 11 miles away. Des Moines International Airport is 14 miles from the property.

The Highlander Hotel Iowa City, an Ascend Collection Hotel is located in Ankeny.

This 6 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Wheelchair Accessible, Wellness Facilities, Toiletries, and several others. This is a 2 star rated property and has over 134 reviews with the average score of 8.4 . Coming to Ankeny and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Private Pool
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Business Services
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Fruit
  • Snack bar
Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Accessible parking
  • Free parking
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
  • Visual aids (tactile signs)
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids (Braille)
  • Lowered sink
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Bathroom emergency cord
Activities
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (year-round)
  • Fitness center
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pet friendly
  • Designated smoking area
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Air conditioning
  • Convenience store on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Elevator
Guest Services
  • Business center
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Concierge
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
  • Key card access
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Heated pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.

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.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.42
Location:
8.69
Staff:
8.85
Facilities:
8.31
Comfort:
8.39
Cleanliness:
8.54
Danielle
Oct 13, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
USA
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Clean, comfortable bed, and friendly front desk staff. Breakfast was good
Negative: Pillows were small and not comfortable. No pool towels
Summary: Our stay was short and sweet. Would stay again.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
King Room - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Free toiletries, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carbon monoxide detector, Iron

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carbon monoxide detector, Iron

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
One-Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed - Non-Smoking
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 33 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
One-Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed - Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Conditioner, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Free toiletries, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carbon monoxide detector, Iron

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator, Emergency cord in bathroom

Room Amenities

Sofa bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Accessible/Non-Smoking
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 28 m2
2 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Bathtub, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carbon monoxide detector, Iron

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Lower sink, Emergency cord in bathroom, Shower chair, Accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Suite - Accessible/Non-Smoking
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 33 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
King Suite - Accessible/Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Media & Technology

TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carbon monoxide detector, Iron

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Free toiletries, Towels, Hairdryer

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Lower sink, Emergency cord in bathroom, Shower chair, Accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Room Amenities

Sofa bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
King Room - Accessible/Non-Smoking
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 28 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
King Room - Accessible/Non-Smoking

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Conditioner, Shampoo, Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower cap, Free toiletries, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Streaming service (like Netflix), Radio, Satellite channels, Cable channels, Telephone

General

Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Ironing facilities, Key card access, Carbon monoxide detector, Iron

Services

Wake-up service, Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Kitchen

Coffee machine, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Desk

Bedroom

Alarm clock, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Lower sink, Roll-in shower, Emergency cord in bathroom, Shower chair, Accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
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