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Our top choices for Des Moines vacation homes

A Staybridge hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

1. Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!

Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!
West Des Moines
The price is CA $153
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!
A hot tub with a purple light, surrounded by outdoor furniture and string lights.

2. The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
Woodland Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"This was a charming house with space for our group of 6. Very clean throughout with comfortable beds. The location made getting around easy."
United States
Chris M.
The price is CA $161
CA $466 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling light fixture, a window with blinds, and a door.

3. The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!"
United States
Lily T.
The price is CA $200
CA $442 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
A residential house with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

4. 1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay and very accommodating host."
United States
Amy K.
The price is CA $164
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
A staircase leading to a living room with a sofa, a table, and a window with curtains.

5. Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown

Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We loved the house and all the gathering spaces. "
United States
Pat L.
The price is CA $204
CA $659 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small white table, and a large round rug. There are two windows with floral curtains, a wooden door, and a white ceiling.

6. Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines

Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines
Beaverdale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Perfect for our needs. The host was very communicative during our stay and check-in and check-out was simple and smooth. Great value and we would stay here again!"
United States
Michael G.
The price is CA $150
CA $370 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

7. • Iconic Lustron home with 2 king beds •

• Iconic Lustron home with 2 king beds •
Windsor Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"We had a week packed full of fun visiting several locations in and around Windsor Heights, Iowa. The place was perfect for our sleeping needs. "
United States
Martina G.
The price is CA $128
CA $291 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
• Iconic Lustron home with 2 king beds •
A porch with a teal swing seat, a turquoise door, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

8. Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fairground
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Thank you for the stay. We enjoyed our time there."
United States
Crystal A.
The price is CA $199
CA $328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
A backyard with a hot tub, wooden deck, outdoor furniture, and string lights.

9. The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14

The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14
Drake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"This was perfect for our family. Close to the Interstate and many attractions around town. We loved this place."
United States
Gayla m.
The price is CA $193
CA $524 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14
A residential neighborhood with a house featuring a stone foundation, a sloped roof, and a front yard with a tree and a small garden.

10. Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Good location to downtown. Very comfortable home. Would recommend and would stay again!!"
United States
Melissa W.
The price is CA $166
CA $392 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a cityscape view.

11. Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great host, location, and VRBO."
United States
Robin H.
The price is CA $224
CA $415 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
A house entrance with a number '1604' on the wall, a wooden front door, and a small porch area with steps.

12. The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake

The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake
Drake
The price is CA $220
CA $374 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a microwave, stove, and a dishwasher.

13. Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.

Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful home."
United States
Shayla
The price is CA $228
CA $409 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
A two-story house with a garage, a covered porch, and a small attached shed.

14. 3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!

3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!
Drake
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Location was the best feature (walking distance to Drake University and very near the freeway access).The biggest negative was only one bathroom.Cleanliness was just OK."
United States
Rod P.
The price is CA $141
CA $368 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!
A kitchen with a window, a sink, and a stove.

15. Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Awesome place and host! Highly recommend"
United States
Melissa H.
The price is CA $186
CA $280 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
A living room with a leather sofa, a colorful rug, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

16. 5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair

5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair
Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great property, very clean and had plenty of room for the family. We will definitely be staying again!"
United States
Justin B.
The price is CA $228
CA $398 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

17. SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!

SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Wonderful place worked well with the group we were with would recommend to stay here. Location was great close to everything and still secluded."
United States
Mike W.
The price is CA $283
CA $854 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.

18. Ankeny 3BR Duplex, King Bed, Workspace & Game Room

Ankeny 3BR Duplex, King Bed, Workspace & Game Room
Ankeny
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"Our stay at this location was perfect for our plans. It was close to the trails in the downtown area with easy access to restaurants & bars. The house was easy to check into & clean. Communication with host was quick & responsive. We will definitely look into booking again."
United States
Amy S.
The price is CA $125
CA $497 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Ankeny 3BR Duplex, King Bed, Workspace & Game Room
A living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

19. Fun Backyard ~Close to Downtown~Pet Friendly~4BDRM

Fun Backyard ~Close to Downtown~Pet Friendly~4BDRM
Drake
2.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Property was not clean, furniture had stains, smelled of smoke and overall not as advertised in the photos. We had to cancel the booking without staying even 30 minutes on the property. The host refused to provide a refund, even though the booking was made the night before and we didn’t use the property at all. "
United States
Mahsa M.
The price is CA $182
CA $497 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Fun Backyard ~Close to Downtown~Pet Friendly~4BDRM
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a deck and chairs.

20. Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.

Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.
Clive
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"The house is nicely equipped and very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay! "
United States
Kristin H.
The price is CA $277
CA $710 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent
"The room was beautiful and clean. Way larger than we had expected. Stayed on the way home as an overnight pit stop and definitely will be returning. Two separate buildings was nice for less foot traffic and quiet. The front doors were only unlocked using our keys which made it feel very safe."
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Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

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Des Moines Vacation Homes information

Number of reviews
437
Accommodation
213 Vacation Homes
Lowest Price
CA $204
Highest Price
CA $854

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