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Our top choices for Elkhart motels

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a small window with curtains.

1. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
2.0 star property
Altoona
6.0 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"Not an acceptable place to stay!"
United States
Leonard
The price is CA $83
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with patterned bedding, a large mirror, and a shower area.

2. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
2.5 star property
Altoona
7.0 out of 10, Good, (582 reviews)
"Very clean & quiet stay"
United States
Mitchell
The price is CA $85
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV displaying a sunflower image, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned bedspread.

3. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
2.0 star property
Marquisville
5.8 out of 10, (430 reviews)
"Super decent hotel For The price!"
United States
Michelle D
The price is CA $82
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
A bed with a quilted headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

4. Palace Inn

Palace Inn
2.5 star property
Saylorville
4.8 out of 10, (50 reviews)
"exactly as described. Nice wildlife ! great deal, great location."
United States
Stephen
The price is CA $76
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Palace Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5. Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Indianola Hills
7.8 out of 10, Good, (678 reviews)
"Clean"
United States
Tabatha
The price is CA $89
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Cozy Rest Motel
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.

6. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
West Des Moines
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,036 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay!"
United States
Scott
The price is CA $69
CA $77 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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Top Elkhart Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and perhaps priced below what it should be"
George 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

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Elkhart Motels information

Number of reviews
632
Accommodation
7 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $77
Highest Price
CA $99

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Elkhart?
If you can't find a motel in Elkhart, let us help you find a motel or similar property from more than 881 accommodations in the area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Elkhart?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is located 10.6 mi (17 km) from the heart of Elkhart. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central Elkhart is 20.5 mi (32.9 km) away. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from the heart of Elkhart. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Central Elkhart is 9.1 mi (14.7 km) away. A snack bar/deli along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a casino shuttle are available during your stay. Cozy Rest Motel: 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the heart of Elkhart. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What things can I to do in Elkhart?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Saylorville Lake, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, and Reiman Gardens. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Adventureland, Science Center of Iowa, and Blank Park Zoo. While you're checking out the area, consider visiting Des Moines Area Community College, Outlets of Des Moines, and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.
What's the weather like in Elkhart?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Elkhart to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Elkhart are January, February, November, and April, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Elkhart when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Elkhart to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 19 mi (30.6 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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