Fairfield Inn N Suites Marriott, Des MoinesFairfield Inn N Suites Marriott in Des Moines, United States has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 15 of 105 hotels we score in Des Moines. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.8 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 4.1. Rooms from about $148 a night (cached, not a live quote).Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott is situated on Pleasant Valley Boulevard in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Positioned near I-99 and the UPMC Altoona hospital, this hotel serves business travellers and families visiting the local area. The property features air-conditioned rooms with workstations and free WiFi. Guests can access an indoor swimming pool, a 24-hour gym, and a daily breakfast buffet. On-site facilities include a business centre and free parking. While the rooms are noted for their cleanliness, some guests have reported issues with furniture maintenance and bathroom cleanliness. The hotel provides a practical base for those requiring proximity to the Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital.What stands out

Free breakfast buffet

Indoor swimming pool

24-hour fitness centre

Free on-site parking

Watch out for

Occasional furniture damage

Bathroom cleanliness issues

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