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5505 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

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$117

per night

Feb 2 - Feb 3

4.7/5 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travelers say...

"We stayed for 2 days and the place was so clean pet friendly for my Zuma he enjoyed his stay as well! Everything including the pool area was so clean! Definitely coming back !"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023

11431 Forest Ave, Clive, IA, 50325

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$109

per night

Jan 28 - Jan 29

4.7/5 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, bicycle rentals, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Not a bad place to spend a weekend

"We had a basic get a way weekend trip. Overall it was calming, nice get away from home. Staff was friendly, respectful and attentive."

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023

6221 Willow Creek Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50321

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$89

per night

Jan 29 - Jan 30

4.6/5 Exceptional! (1,025 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, game room, extra beds/cribs, games and toys

Travelers say...

"Nice room and amenities. Wish I had more time to play pool in the rec room!"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023

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215 Adventureland Drive NW, Altoona, IA, 50009

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$102

per night

Feb 5 - Feb 6

4.5/5 Wonderful! (441 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Fraudulent booking trick (but hotel itself good)

"Everything at the hotel was good. Staff excellent, esp. Brian. HOWEVER, we were tricked into paying for an extra night's stay! One hour away from the hotel we booked through Google/maps, Hotels.com & Hampton Inn. I think it was Google maps that started the booking by pre-filling in the dates with ..."

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2023

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

1350 Nw 118th St, Clive, IA, 50325

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$93

per night

Jan 31 - Feb 1

4.2/5 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travelers say...

"The gal at the front desk Molly was a very nice and personable. Really made the check-in experience pleasant."

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2023

1236 Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA, 50266

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$96

per night

Feb 19 - Feb 20

4.2/5 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, kitchen, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family

Travelers say...

"Nice property to stay at"

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2023

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

8711 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA, 50322

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$67

per night

Feb 2 - Feb 3

3.9/5 Good! (1,011 reviews)

Families like: Extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry

Travelers say...

"I liked when we came into the rooms it smelt clean. Lots of parking so vehicles were seen from the rooms. Friendly service. Convenient location"

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2023

3200 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA, 50009

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$114

per night

Jan 30 - Jan 31

3.8/5 Good! (559 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, playground, game room, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...

"The only issue I had with my stay was that there were kids running around all hours of the night knocking on doors then taking off and being loud in Hallways! Which is more a parent issue but still was nerve racking!"

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA, 50322

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$89

per night

Jan 29 - Jan 30

3.4/5 (1,006 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, waterpark, game room, extra beds/cribs

Travelers say...

"Disappointed large slide not working. Staff was very friendly but shorthanded to provide good service."

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2023

133 SE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, IA, 50021

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$71

per night

Feb 7 - Feb 8

3.2/5 (1,004 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pools, extra beds/cribs, laundry

Travelers say...

"Great dining at the restaurant"

Reviewed on Dec 21, 2022

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Des Moines Family Hotels information

Family Hotels in Des Moines	113
Highest price	$117
Cheapest price	$67
Number of guest reviews	9467
Total number of hotels in Des Moines	530

Frequently asked questions

What's Des Moines like for family-friendly vacations?

The destination of Des Moines is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The biking trails, swimming spots, and festivals are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from the center of Des Moines.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your family trip include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA and Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

How many family-friendly hotels should I expect to find in Des Moines?

Expedia has 100 hotels in Des Moines that are perfect for families.

What's the weather like in Des Moines?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Des Moines are January, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Des Moines?

While you and your family are staying in Des Moines, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Wells Fargo Arena, Principal Park, and Hoyt Sherman Place. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Blank Park Zoo and Merle Hay Mall.