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Where to stay in Des Moines

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Des Moines Travel Info

Best neighborhoods
Downtown Des Moines, Greater South Side and Lovington
Number of hotels
612
Highest price
CA $183
Lowest price
CA $81
Known attractions
Adventureland, Blank Park Zoo and Hoyt Sherman Place
Hotels with indoor pools
57
Hotels with family-friendly amenities
12

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Des Moines?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Traveler reviews also recommend Des Lux Hotel and Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Des Moines.

Downtown Des Moines is a top neighborhood that travelers love for its array of dining options and live music scene. Historic East Village is another favorite area in Des Moines.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Des Moines?

NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOLS..WE HV IT ALL!: Visitors give good reviews to this Des Moines vacation home rental, which offers a patio, a selection of games, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a hot tub. Some other homes for rent in Des Moines include CITY ACREAGE- PARTY BUILDING! PL TBl PNG PNG ARCADE HOT TUB! ACCESS TO POOLS! and HUGE! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!. See all vacation rentals in Des Moines.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Des Moines, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Des Moines.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Des Moines?

For additional details about updating your trip to Des Moines or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Des Moines?

Based on reviews, My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include Days Inn by Wyndham Des Moines Merle Hay and Broadway Motel. View all budget hotels in Des Moines.

What's the best place to stay in Downtown Des Moines?

You'll find 19 lodging options in this neighborhood to choose from for your visit. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown Des Moines. This 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It is located a short 12-minute walk from Wells Fargo Arena. Other favorite options in the area include AC Hotel Des Moines East Village and Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtwn.

What's the best place to stay for families in Des Moines?

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices for your stay with the kids include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA and Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Blank Park Zoo are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Des Moines.

What's the best hotel for a romantic vacation to Des Moines?

Wildwood Lodge is a favorite hotel for couples, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for a romantic stay include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA and West Des Moines Marriott. See all romantic hotels in Des Moines.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Des Moines?

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and an indoor pool for its human guests. Other good choices to stay with your pet include Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East and AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Des Moines.

What's the best hotel to stay near Adventureland?

Adjacent to Adventureland, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a casino and 4 bars. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Adventureland Inn.

What about the best place to stay near Iowa State Fairgrounds?

One of the top choices for your stay is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds, located a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton are a couple of other good options within 5 miles.

What's the best accommodation to stay near the beach in Des Moines?

Des Moines Marriott Downtown is a top 3.5-star hotel with 2 restaurants, and it's located close to the beach. Other good options to stay near the beach include Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area and Cozy Rest Motel. See more stays near the beach in Des Moines.

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