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Where to stay in Des Moines

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Des Moines Travel Info

Number of reviews
6,086
Best neighborhoods
Downtown Des Moines, Greater South Side and Lovington
Accommodation
667 hotels
Highest price
$179
Lowest price
$60
Reasons to visit
Adventureland, Blank Park Zoo and Des Moines Art Center
Hotels with dining
19
Hotels with entertainment
16

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Des Moines?

Hotel Pommier Indianola is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Traveler reviews also recommend Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona and Des Lux Hotel as top choices for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Des Moines.

Downtown Des Moines is a top neighborhood that travelers love for its array of dining options and live music scene. Historic East Village is another favorite area in Des Moines.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Des Moines?

CITY ACREAGE & PARTY BARN! PL TBl, PNG PONG, ARCADE, HOT TUB! ACCESS TO POOLS!: Visitors give good reviews to this Des Moines vacation home rental, which offers a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a selection of games, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. Some other homes for rent in Des Moines include NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOLS..WE HV IT ALL! and The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10. See all vacation rentals in Des Moines.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Des Moines, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Des Moines.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Des Moines?

For additional details about updating your trip to Des Moines or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Des Moines?

Based on reviews, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for your budget-friendly stay include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport. View all budget hotels in Des Moines.

What's the best place to stay in Downtown Des Moines?

You'll find 19 lodging options in this neighborhood to choose from for your visit. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown is the highest ranked property in Downtown Des Moines. This 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It is located a short 12-minute walk from Wells Fargo Arena. Other favorite options in the area include AC Hotel Des Moines East Village and Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtwn.

What's the best place to stay for families in Des Moines?

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other options for your stay with the kids include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport. Attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Blank Park Zoo are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Des Moines.

What's the best hotel for a romantic vacation to Des Moines?

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston is a favorite hotel for couples, and features flat-screen TVs and wedding services. Other good choices for a romantic stay include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. See all romantic hotels in Des Moines.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Des Moines?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free WiFi and a health club. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and Des Lux Hotel are two other good options for your vacation. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Des Moines.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Des Moines?

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers an indoor pool and an outdoor pool for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet include Surety Hotel and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Des Moines.

What's the best hotel to stay near Adventureland?

Adjacent to Adventureland, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star hotel offers a casino and 4 bars. Other good options within a short distance include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Adventureland Inn.

What about the best place to stay near Iowa State Fairgrounds?

One of the top choices for your stay is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds, located a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton are a couple of other good options within 5 miles.

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