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1. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
Merle Hay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Our room was clean and quiet. Easy access off the interstate."
Canada
Joan
The price is CA $84
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 4.3 km from Merle Hay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,014 reviews)
"Full marks to the hospitality of this place . loved the stay ."
United States
FNU
The price is CA $132
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
3.0 star property
3.2 km from Merle Hay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Parking and the room where great"
United States
Charles
The price is CA $126
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
5.8 km from Merle Hay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (892 reviews)
"Very clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Anahy
The price is CA $127
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

5. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
3.0 star property
5.1 km from Merle Hay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Brynnlin
The price is CA $132
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

6. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Merle Hay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Zachary
The price is CA $85
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Merle Hay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565 reviews)
"Great place to stay all around."
United States
Jeff
The price is CA $124
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale
2.5 star property
5 km from Merle Hay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (489 reviews)
"Great service great breakfast great place and location"
United States
joseph
The price is CA $144
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

9. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG
2.5 star property
4.9 km from Merle Hay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (804 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is CA $131
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Merle Hay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,948 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jacklyn J
The price is CA $127
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 star property
Lovington, 3.3 km from Merle Hay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was inexpensive and an excellent accomodations for the price."
United States
LORENZO
The price is CA $80
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

12. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
3.5 star property
6.4 km from Merle Hay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"beautiful hotel, clean rooms and helpful staff"
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $161
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

13. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
6.6 km from Merle Hay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (757 reviews)
"Always enjoying staying there. Olivia and staff very kind and attentive. Bar and food very good."
United States
greg
The price is CA $166
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

14. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Merle Hay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the price"
United States
Dennis
The price is CA $114
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.9 km from Merle Hay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"One of the nicest comfort inns I’ve stayed at it was very quiet for being in a busy spot of town"
United States
Ana
The price is CA $132
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

16. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 7.6 km from Merle Hay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean great stay!!!"
United States
Emily
The price is CA $143
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

17. TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
3.0 star property
5.1 km from Merle Hay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (860 reviews)
"Everything met our expectations. Breakfast was great."
United States
Susan
The price is CA $140
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

18. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Merle Hay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,229 reviews)
"Great place for family"
United States
Akacia
The price is CA $138
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Wildwood Lodge

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.6 km from Merle Hay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (543 reviews)
"Great location to all of downtown"
United States
CINDY
The price is CA $162
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Merle Hay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great hotel ,very clean , great breakfast"
United States
Ashley
The price is CA $108
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
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Compare popular hotels in Merle Hay

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
1,005 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,014 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
892 reviews
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A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
565 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View

Where to stay in Merle Hay

Find the best Merle Hay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Merle Hay
Learn more about Merle Hay

Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.

Drake

If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.

Beaverdale

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaverdale and surrounding area, you can visit Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center.

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Frequently asked questions

What other neighbourhoods are similar to Merle Hay?
Merle Hay is a suburb that offers a mix of residential areas, shopping, and dining, making it a convenient base for visitors to Des Moines. While it has its unique characteristics, several other neighbourhoods in the Des Moines metropolitan area share a similar appeal, particularly for families and those seeking convenience.

Families often appreciate the amenities found in areas like West Des Moines, particularly around the Jordan Creek Town Center. This area provides a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, all within a short distance. You'll find modern hotels with excellent facilities, often including indoor pools, which are great for children. The area also boasts numerous parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities.

For those who value easy access to facilities and a generally relaxed atmosphere, Ankeny is another excellent choice. Located north of Des Moines, Ankeny has grown significantly, offering an extensive selection of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
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How much is the nightly rate at a Merle Hay hotel?
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