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An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

1. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Ames
United States
Virginia
CA $118
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."
An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
Clive
United States
Akacia
CA $141
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Wildwood Lodge
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.
A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

3. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Bobbi
CA $208
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Des Lux Hotel
A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.
A restaurant with wooden furniture, a chalkboard wall, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and two lamps.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

4. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Daisy
CA $90
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.
A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.
A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.
A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

5. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
West Des Moines
United States
John Kevin
CA $141
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.
A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.
A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.

6. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Nancy
CA $191
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.
A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.
A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Clive
United States
Dennis
CA $115
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.
A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with built-in lighting, a grey sofa, and a small table with a lamp.
A reception area with a curved counter, a glass partition, and a wall with text.
A modern hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, and hexagonal pendant lights.

8. SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
Mark
CA $132
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a blue sofa and chairs, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious lobby with a curved blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with chairs. There is a staircase with a railing leading to an upper level.
A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.

9. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
Diana
CA $143
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.
A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.
A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Clive
United States
Tamara
CA $109
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
Restaurant
A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area.
Lobby

11. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
West Des Moines
United States
Dennis
CA $129
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, artwork, and indoor plants.
A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a red accent wall.

12. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Candy
CA $184
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.
A row of white, modern, front-loading washing machines in a clean, white-walled laundry room.
Food and drink
A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

13. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Altoona
United States
Craig
CA $105
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Ankeny
United States
Gregory J
CA $115
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.
A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.
A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.

15. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Felicia
CA $156
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.
A Hampton Inn hotel with a brick facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a clear entrance.
A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.
A brick building with outdoor seating and large windows.

16. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
West Des Moines
United States
Dorenda
CA $125
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a modern lamp, and a wall with a geometric pattern.
A modern conference room with a long table, white and black chairs, and a seating area with yellow ottomans.

17. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Greg
CA $191
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.
A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.
A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

18. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Altoona
United States
Michael
CA $116
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, a cash register, and bar stools.
A coffee shop interior with a menu board, a bakery display case, and a counter with a cash register.
A white pergola with a view of a lake and trees.
A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

19. Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham

Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
Osceola
United States
Alexsia
CA $102
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Lakeside Hotel Casino, a Travelodge by Wyndham
A restaurant with booths, tables, and a high ceiling with skylights.
A bar area with a brick counter, bar stools, and a television screen.
An indoor pool with multiple lanes, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A modern hotel room with two sofas, a patterned rug, a wooden reception desk, and a large window with curtains.

20. Best Western Holiday Lodge

Best Western Holiday Lodge
Clear Lake
United States
Mary
CA $120
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Holiday Lodge
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

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

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean suite with a great price. Cracker Barrel, Wendy’s, Mexican restaurant walking distance."
Kapp 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good
"thanks"
Zdravka 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

10/10 Excellent
"I appreciate the spacious rooms & friendly staff. I’ve stayed here many times and highly recommend it!"
Virginia 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

10/10 Excellent
"Greeted by freindly staff which always accommodating. Very convenient location to major highways and accessible to the places our family wanted to see. Great rooms, great breakfasts, and the two year old loved the pool. Priced right for the area."
Diana 2-night trip
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