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Top Des Moines LGBT Friendly Hotels

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $198 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $198
CA $222 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
Senior Games Participants
"Beautiful old hotel in a walkable neighborhood. A/C was wonderful on a hot day! Breakfast was delicious. Bed was very comfortable. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $199 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $199
CA $223 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,111 reviews)
"Walkable to a lot of restaurants and bars"

Reviewed on Jul. 27, 2025

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $211 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
CA $211
CA $243 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Really good shower with lots of grab bars."

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $163 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $163
CA $183 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was very spacious. The bathroom was huge. Loved having a balcony to sit on in the morning. The neighborhood just smelled like weed. Parking was convenient but you have to pay for it."

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 out of 5
401 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $187 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $187
CA $209 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"A nice hotel right in the middle of where I needed to be during my stay. I parked my car and was within a 5 minute walk of everywhere I needed or wanted to be."

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3 out of 5
201 E. Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
The price is CA $144 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $144
CA $161 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
The price is CA $187 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
CA $187
CA $209 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The room was great but the parking lot was closed and the pool was small for the size of the hotel."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $210 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $210
CA $235 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (910 reviews)
"It was good and easy to check in"

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2025

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $157 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $157
CA $176 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (504 reviews)
"The area was clean and quiet. Was there for the National Senior Olympics"

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3 out of 5
401 East Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $209 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
CA $209
CA $234 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (382 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on Jul. 21, 2025

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
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Find the top gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines


Are gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines available?


Yes, Des Moines gay-friendly hotels are available in abundance throughout the area. These hotels come in a wide variety of configurations as well, allowing you to customize your vacation whether you're looking for something budget-friendly or something more luxurious. Room configurations, amenities, styles and more can all be customized as you see fit based on the kind of vacation experience you're looking for. Plus, these hotels have strict policies against discrimination and typically are in the know regarding the best LGBTQ-friendly activities in town.



How can I find the best gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines?


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How can I find top deals on gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines?


To find deals, you'll want to take advantage of the various factors that affect hotel prices. These include the time of year, amenities, neighbourhood and more. Travelling during the off-season can net you lower prices, as can relinquishing amenities like spas and hot tubs. Additionally, booking outside of town can be cheaper than putting yourself right in the middle of the action. Don't forget to sort your search results by price as well to see the cheapest options for your hotel first. Gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines have fluctuating prices, so it's important to remember that these are more general trends than rules set in stone.



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