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A small house with a sloped roof and a window.

A bathroom with a white toilet, a wooden shelf with toiletries, and a shower with a geometric tile pattern.

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a hanging plant, a window, and a door.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

1. Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood

Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood

Beaverdale

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)

10/10

Exceptional

(14 reviews)

"Good location"

Nancy B.

Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood

A wooden deck with two white plastic chairs, a wooden railing, and a view of a green lawn and trees.

A living room with a grey sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and blue curtains on the windows.

A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, a chandelier, and a painting of a barn.

A living room with a gray sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

2. 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

3.0 star property

Polk City

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

A two-story house with a green front door, a brick porch, and a small front yard.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There are windows and a door leading to another room.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.

3. Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

3.0 star property

Drake

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)

10/10

Exceptional

(1 review)

Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

A two-story house with a porch, a large tree in front, and a brick wall in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A bathroom with a shower, a bathtub, a sink, and a toilet.

A cozy living room with a purple armchair, a sofa with colorful cushions, a bookshelf, and a large mirror.

4. Historic Des Moines Home: Great for Families!

Historic Des Moines Home: Great for Families!

3.0 star property

Downtown Des Moines

Historic Des Moines Home: Great for Families!

A two-story house with a dark roof and white walls, surrounded by trees and a grassy yard.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outside.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a bathtub, and a toilet. There is a window providing natural light and a door leading to another room.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a dining area.

5. Home w/ Spacious Yard, 3 Mi to Dtwn Des Moines!

Home w/ Spacious Yard, 3 Mi to Dtwn Des Moines!

3.0 star property

Indianola Hills

Home w/ Spacious Yard, 3 Mi to Dtwn Des Moines!

A residential house with a well-maintained lawn, a tire sculpture, and a garage.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a large island, and pendant lighting.

A house with a deck, a hammock, and a garden with a wooden path.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, dark cabinets, a shower with a glass door, and a step stool.

6. Endless Fun! Family Home w/ Spacious Yard in Clive

Endless Fun! Family Home w/ Spacious Yard in Clive

3.0 star property

Clive

Endless Fun! Family Home w/ Spacious Yard in Clive

A deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a well-maintained lawn and a two-story house with a deck.

A living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a television mounted above it.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a black countertop.

A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

7. Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck!

Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck!

3.0 star property

Johnston

Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck!

A two-story house with a wooden deck and a small front porch.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a ceiling light fixture.

8. Pet-friendly Home 2 Mi to Downtown Des Moines!

Pet-friendly Home 2 Mi to Downtown Des Moines!

3.0 star property

Columbus Park

Pet-friendly Home 2 Mi to Downtown Des Moines!

A wooden deck with a railing, a house with a window, and a large tree in the background.

A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a metal shelf above the washer, and a tiled floor.

A room with a red wall, a television mounted on the wall, a chandelier, a sofa, a table, and a mosquito net.

A hallway with a wooden staircase, a chandelier, and a rug.

9. Pet-friendly Des Moines Home w/ Fenced Yard!

Pet-friendly Des Moines Home w/ Fenced Yard!

3.0 star property

Des Moines

Pet-friendly Des Moines Home w/ Fenced Yard!

A two-story house with a brick facade, green shutters, and a covered porch with vines.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, and a sink. There are potted plants on the counter and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A hallway with a white door, a bookshelf with books, a wooden table with chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

10. 1 Mi to Valley Junction: Pet-friendly Iowa Home

1 Mi to Valley Junction: Pet-friendly Iowa Home

3.0 star property

West Des Moines

1 Mi to Valley Junction: Pet-friendly Iowa Home

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A large, historic building with multiple floors and a prominent corner entrance.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Reviewed October 21, 2026Reviewed October 21, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

Wildwood Lodge

Clive

10/10 Excellent

Staff was courteous and friendly, the room as clean and comfortable

David

Reviewed February 10, 2026Reviewed February 10, 2026

Wildwood Lodge

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

10/10 Excellent

Second time staying here while our son was at the Drake Bulldogs camp. 10 min walk to the stadium and the hotel is awesome and the breakfast buffet was a definite plus.

Leslie

Reviewed June 16, 2026Reviewed June 16, 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

A Baymont Inn building with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered walkway.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

10/10 Excellent

We had a really enjoyable stay! The staff were so friendly and the breakfast buffet was delicious!

William

Reviewed October 6, 2026Reviewed October 6, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a landscaped area with trees and shrubs.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

Very good

Monica

Reviewed August 26, 2024Reviewed August 26, 2024

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Altoona

8/10 Good

It was clean and quiet. Nice helpful staff Great breakfast

Anonymous traveller

Reviewed February 22, 2019Reviewed February 22, 2019

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a pool ladder.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a blue carpet leading to the entrance.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great but the true value of this property is the staff! Bill and Marcus were amazing. Everyone at the front desk was super friendly. Location is ideal and the hotel looks and feels brand new. Breakfast was very complete with a lot of variety.

Odanis

Reviewed August 3, 2026Reviewed August 3, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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1. Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood

2. 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

3. Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

4. Historic Des Moines Home: Great for Families!

5. Home w/ Spacious Yard, 3 Mi to Dtwn Des Moines!

6. Endless Fun! Family Home w/ Spacious Yard in Clive

7. Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck!

8. Pet-friendly Home 2 Mi to Downtown Des Moines!

9. Pet-friendly Des Moines Home w/ Fenced Yard!

10. 1 Mi to Valley Junction: Pet-friendly Iowa Home

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

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