A slice of heaven in the heartland welcome to the hampton inn suites ankeny conveniently located mere seconds off of i 35 and just ten minutes north of downtown des moines the hampton inn suites ankeny is an ideal spot to enjoy a relaxed pace and relish the discovery of fun and exciting attractions in and around this inviting midwestern town once a tiny railroad village of less than 500 people ankeny is now home to a john deere manufacturing plant four college campuses and the bustling