A marina with various boats docked, calm water, and a wooden pier.

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Our top choices for Des Moines hostels

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Hostel Fish Seattle

Hostel Fish Seattle
2.0 star property
Downtown Seattle
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"Great location"
Mexico
Marina
$130 nightly
The price is $153
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Fish Seattle
Interior

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
2.0 star property
Downtown Seattle
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (701 reviews)
"Great location!!"
United States
Parthiv
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
Front of property

The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite

The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (20 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet. "
United States
Yahaira
$155 nightly
The price is $172
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite
Front of property

Stag Sweet Suite

Stag Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (17 reviews)
"Great, clean and comfortable stay. "
United States
Jocelyn
$127 nightly
The price is $139
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stag Sweet Suite
Front of property

Dragonstone Sweet Suite

Dragonstone Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (33 reviews)
"Clean but not what I thought I booked. It was very noisy with the thin walls. "
United States
Jose
$123 nightly
The price is $135
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Dragonstone Sweet Suite
Front of property

Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite

Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"The stay was great, wish we could've reserved it longer...Beautiful, dogfriendly neighborhood "
United States
Megan
$123 nightly
The price is $135
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite
Front of property

The Golden Lion Sweet Suite

The Golden Lion Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (17 reviews)
"Nice, clean, safe place to stay. If using public transit, prepare for a lot of hills with your luggage. There are quite a few stairs in the building to get to your room as well."
United States
Anna
$115 nightly
The price is $133
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
The Golden Lion Sweet Suite
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"All good"
Sima 1-night trip
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Crowne Plaza Seattle - Downtown by IHG

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Des Moines Hostels information

Number of reviews
896
Accommodation
7 Hostels
Lowest Price
$94
Highest Price
$172

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Des Moines?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our customers: Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South - 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from the heart of Des Moines. Located within a 10-minute walk of Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Seattle Waterfront. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Des Moines?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Des Moines are November, December, January, and October, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Des Moines?
In general, Des Moines is known for its marina, restaurants, and churches. Major attractions include Lumen Field, Pike Place Market, and Space Needle. Get out into nature with places like Des Moines Beach, Saltwater State Park, and Angle Lake Park. Cultural attractions include Museum of Flight, Pantages Theater, and Museum of Glass.
What's the best way to get to and around Des Moines while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Des Moines on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), located 3.1 mi (5 km) from the city center. An alternative is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), situated 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.

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