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Top Des Moines LGBT Friendly Hotels

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $209 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
CA $209
CA $234 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,043 reviews)
We love the Des Lux Hotel! Mary at the front desk welcomes us home each time we stay. Estela in the breakfast room is so kind, caring and attentive.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $156 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
CA $156
CA $175 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Happy hour could have had the staff refill supplies quicker. To be fair the crowd was hungry.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $201 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
CA $201
CA $232 total
Mar 28 - Mar 29
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Clean room, comfy bed, was quiet at appropriate times. Pillows are nice and big!!! I felt safe! We were blizzards in, never lost power. Great stay!

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $134 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
CA $134
CA $150 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great room. Clean and a lot of space!

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 out of 5
401 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $174 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
CA $174
CA $195 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent place to stay in downtown Des Moines. So close to many things. Offers free shuttle service to anywhere within a 2 mile radius. Really nice restaurant and bar on site.

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3 out of 5
201 E. Locust Street Des Moines IA
Fully refundable
The price is CA $144 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
CA $144
CA $161 total
Mar 26 - Mar 27
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Thoroughly enjoyed staying here!

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundable
The price is CA $181 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
CA $181
CA $203 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room, bar was stocked well, air conditioning wouldn't work quite right it was hot in our room.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Grand Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $198 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
CA $198
CA $221 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (972 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $132 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
CA $132
CA $147 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (604 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful, staff was helpful. The room was AMAZING pool was perfect Pet friendly Breakfast was tasty 10/10 will come and stay again!

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3 out of 5
401 East Grand Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $207 per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
CA $207
CA $232 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (411 reviews)
Clean stylish and tasty

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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Are gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines available?


Yes, Des Moines gay-friendly hotels are available in abundance throughout the area. These hotels come in a wide variety of configurations as well, allowing you to customize your vacation whether you're looking for something budget-friendly or something more luxurious. Room configurations, amenities, styles and more can all be customized as you see fit based on the kind of vacation experience you're looking for. Plus, these hotels have strict policies against discrimination and typically are in the know regarding the best LGBTQ-friendly activities in town.



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