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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.
A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".
A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Todd
$126 nightly
$141 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.

2. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
United States
Atong
$66 nightly
$74 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.
A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
John
$70 nightly
$79 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.
A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

4. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Johnston
United States
William
$109 nightly
$122 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."
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.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

5. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
Clive
United States
Paul
$116 nightly
$130 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Wildwood Lodge
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.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Clive
United States
Chloe
$84 nightly
$94 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
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 lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

7. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
Downtown Des Moines
United States
zahra
$169 nightly
$189 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Des Lux Hotel
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.
A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.
A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.

8. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Candy
$130 nightly
$146 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV displaying a sunflower image, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned bedspread.
A coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and a sign about saving dough.
A dome-shaped building surrounded by a garden with various flowers and plants.
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central courtyard with a flower bed, and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
Marquisville
United States
Michelle D
$59 nightly
$67 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
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 vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.
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.

10. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
West Des Moines
United States
William
$94 nightly
$105 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.
A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Johnston
United States
Maureen
$101 nightly
$113 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
An indoor pool with slides and a ship-themed play area.
A bar area with a central counter, multiple bar stools, and a decorative figure on top.
A lobby with a reception desk, a curved seating area, and a decorative palm tree centerpiece.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small table with a lamp.

12. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Urbandale
United States
Nick
$71 nightly
$80 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.
A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.
A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and artwork on the walls.

13. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Sweta
$140 nightly
$157 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a dresser.

14. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
West Des Moines
United States
Justin
$100 nightly
$112 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.
A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

15. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Crystal
$94 nightly
$106 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
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 restaurant with wooden furniture, a chalkboard wall, and a ceiling fan.

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Milagros
$68 nightly
$76 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.
A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A Holiday Inn Express building with a prominent green 'HH' logo, a 'Mercy Campus' sign, and a curved green light feature on the side.

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Debbie
$145 nightly
$162 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Kelly
$89 nightly
$100 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.
A hotel corridor with a reception desk, a microwave, two chairs, and a TV screen displaying a promotional message.
A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola machine.

19. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines
United States
Scott
$59 nightly
$67 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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.
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.

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Drake
United States
Ashley
$106 nightly
$118 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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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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The get-go of any well-deserved trip gets started with picking a spot. Des Moines has been a popular choice with tourists because of everything it offers. But, "location, location, location" applies to more than just your vacation destination. When you want a vacation that is great from start to finish, you need the perfect lodging.

Hotels as Charming as the City

Des Moines saw its fair share of visitors this past year. Our review section boast reviews that will assist you in narrowing down your selection. When you book a 4-star room you can rest easy knowing that these properties strive to meet your wishes. These hotels strive to make the facilities and grounds welcoming from the time you step out of your car. You won't need to search for an invigorating dip, delicious lunch, or to sustain your workout schedule during your vacation with everything they offer. Des Moines has dozens of terrific accommodations that provide the perfect getaway.

Rooms have been furnished to keep you as comfortable as possible, with amenities like designer bathroom products, ultra-comfortable bedding, and in-room tea or coffee. So, sit back and relax. Moreover, if you find yourself in need of anything further, you can be confident the staff will try their hardest to ensure you continue to be satisfied during your time there. These accommodations are so lovely that you'll regret the day you have to leave.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Des Moines?
Relax in 4-star hotel comfort at Surety Hotel. Ranked highly by many of our guests, it offers dining romance packages and concierge services. Also check out Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton. Premium bedding and a bar make this stay another in-demand pick in Des Moines.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Des Moines?
Offering a welcoming guest experience and upmarket surroundings, 4-star hotels are a fabulous option for your Des Moines break. These types of accommodations generally feature loads of useful amenities that make it easy to unpack and unwind — think complimentary bathrobes, pools and restaurants. Or live the high life at a 5-star hotel designed to indulge you in luxury perks and amenities. A personalized service, complimentary toiletries and world-class dining are typically included at these deluxe properties.

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