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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 hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator, and a colorful carpet.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.

1. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
Diana
$101 nightly
$114 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."
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.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

2. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
Clive
United States
Akacia
$107 nightly
$120 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Wildwood Lodge
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.
A lobby with two grey upholstered armchairs, a chandelier, and a reception desk displaying the brand name "DS LUX".
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.
A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

3. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Bobbi
$152 nightly
$170 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Des Lux Hotel
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.
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.

4. 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
$81 nightly
$91 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
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

5. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
West Des Moines
United States
Dennis
$91 nightly
$102 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.
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.
A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Clive
United States
Dennis
$80 nightly
$89 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and two lamps.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Daisy
$64 nightly
$71 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.
A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.
A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Felicia
$110 nightly
$123 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
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 hotel bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a television displaying 'SPRINGHILL SUITES MARIEOTTA'.
A reception area with a curved counter, a glass partition, and a wall with text.

9. SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
Avery
$94 nightly
$105 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.
A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.
A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

10. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Altoona
United States
Michael
$83 nightly
$93 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.
A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Nancy
$135 nightly
$151 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a dresser.
A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.
A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.
A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

12. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
West Des Moines
United States
John Kevin
$98 nightly
$110 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.
A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.
A row of white, modern, front-loading washing machines in a clean, white-walled laundry room.

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

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Altoona
United States
becky
$70 nightly
$78 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
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 La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.
A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a chair.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Clive
United States
Tamara
$76 nightly
$85 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
A compact living space with a flat-screen TV, a kitchenette, a dining area with a bar, and a small seating area.
A conference room with a round table, multiple chairs, water bottles, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.
A hotel room with a television mounted on the wall, a seating area with two chairs and a small table, and a large window with curtains.
A gift shop with snack displays and a microwave. Signs direct to the front desk for purchases.

15. Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Candy
$130 nightly
$146 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area with stools and tables.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.
A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

16. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
Urbandale
United States
Elijah
$113 nightly
$127 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.
A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.
A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Drake
United States
Cassandra
$93 nightly
$104 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

18. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
West Des Moines
United States
Dorenda
$93 nightly
$104 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, seating areas, and a staircase.
A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central round table with a cake, and a water feature in the background.
A bar area with a marble countertop, shelves with glasses and bottles, and a lounge area with chairs.
A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple tables, and a 'PARK PLACE' sign.

19. Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
West Des Moines
United States
Dean
$101 nightly
$113 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Room
Food and drink
A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

20. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Ankeny
United States
Edwin
$78 nightly
$88 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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$125 nightly
$140 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

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$93 nightly
$104 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
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Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

206 6th Ave. Des Moines IA
$169 nightly
$189 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
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Des Moines and related destinations

Wander through the striking Pappajohn Sculpture Park before catching a Broadway show at the historic Des Moines Civic Center. The weekend Downtown Farmers' Market transforms Court Avenue with local foods, while the gold-domed State Capitol offers free tours with spectacular city views.

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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Nice place Close to restaurants Banana Leaf is 200 yds away Amanzing goof"
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Des Moines

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Des Moines, Iowa are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Des Moines, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Des Moines?
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown, around 0.1 mi east of downtown Des Moines, is a guest favorite. Hypo-allergenic bedding and a swimming pool are among its amenities. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travelers. It offers a barbecue grill and pool sun loungers, and is approximately 0.2 mi northeast of the city center.
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The big difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Des Moines is the level of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more pocket-friendly and provide the amenities and services you need for your comfort, such as WiFi, a gym and breakfast. You can look forward to a little more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket décor, luxury toiletries and perks like day spas.

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