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Des Moines

Des Moines

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Our top choices for Iowa family-friendly hotels

Front of property

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,239 reviews)
The price is CA $205
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Wildwood Lodge
Property grounds

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.

Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.
Larchwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
Cabin on the Big Sioux River with a 100 acre wood.
Indoor pool

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.8 out of 10, (907 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Make a splash at this action-packed family resort with a water park, indoor pools, and game room just minutes from Des Moines attractions.
The price is CA $101
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Lobby

Western Inn

Western Inn
2.5 star property
Council Bluffs
5.8 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Indoor pool adventures near Henry Doorly Zoo offer family-friendly fun with complimentary breakfast and convenient location.
The price is CA $76
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Western Inn
Water park

Wasserbahn Waterpark Smock Hotel & Resort

Wasserbahn Waterpark Smock Hotel & Resort
2.5 star property
Williamsburg
6.8 out of 10, (819 reviews)
Wasserbahn Waterpark Smock Hotel & Resort
View from room

Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center

Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center
2.5 star property
Dubuque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family-friendly indoor fun with a pool, hot tub, and arcade games creates an adventure for everyone while staff make it special.
The price is CA $169
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Best Western Plus Dubuque Hotel & Conference Center
Exterior

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
2.5 star property
Council Bluffs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family-friendly escape with indoor pool and hot tub perfect for energizing days at Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium.
The price is CA $133
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Council Bluffs, IA
Game room

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,183 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Splash into family adventure with kid-friendly games, complimentary breakfast, and airport shuttle service at this Des Moines hotel.
The price is CA $143
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Pool

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA
2.5 star property
Waterloo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (46 reviews)
The price is CA $127
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Waterloo, IA
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, sun loungers

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
The price is CA $165
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
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Top Iowa Hotel Reviews

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean beautiful place they need to work more with the staff not friendly"
Noemi 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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