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Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Iowa State Capitol Building

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Photo gallery for Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Two single beds with headboards and bedside tables, a window with a view, and a simple design.
Stroll through a serene garden featuring a modern glass dome surrounded by lush vegetation and a winding pathway.
Stately building with a central section and two wings, surrounded by manicured lawns and a formal garden.
Check-in and unwind in style at our welcoming reception area, featuring a TV for the latest news and a digital display to help you plan your next adventure.
Enjoy a convenient coffee station and stainless steel water dispenser in this kitchenette.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
4940 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50313

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Adventureland - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 9 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Norwood Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Ds BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B-Bop's Burgers Fries Cola - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel near Iowa State Capitol Building
Located close to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Casey's Center, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North provides laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 120 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Partially open bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Housekeeping and phones

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Motel 6 Moines Ia
Motel 6 Des Moines IA
6 Des Moines, Ia Des Moines
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Motel
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Des Moines
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Motel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North on Jul 16, 2025 start from $61.58, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North located?

Situated in Des Moines, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Iowa State Capitol Building, Iowa Events Center, and Casey's Center. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Science Center of Iowa are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 183 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lynnette

Smelled like pickle farts.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no problems, clean room, friendly staff :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shadrack

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They seem to be doing some renovations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Waunita

Liked: Amenities
Bed was comfy but pillows suck.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very noisy till late hours in the night. Room had alot of flies when we got our keys and went in
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to get into area , towels smell weird along with bedding room seemed wet ,damp bedding wise otherwise clean need higher toilets
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and everything worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Austin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked how cold the room got. I didn’t like the shower, tv was blurry for the upgrade room and my wife found one roach in our room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Male staff was extremely sexes by kept looking me up and down and talking to me wihh icycold hatred in his voice and body he was highly impossible to work with when i needed extra time to get the money up and was just out right unprofessional the whole time
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

INFESTED!!!

There were roaches crawling out of everywhere and anywhere. I had to sleep in a chair when I finally could fall asleep. Would not recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel 6 Des Moines north

Great place to stay if you have dogs!!! Wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Raejean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loud
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Strange location to find but nice folks at check in. Very dirty and run down.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pastor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Staff & service
Ok for a night, noisy highway close by
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Average Motel 6. Rate was great. Everything else was just average.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine. Beds, shower, A/C, etc. would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Diana

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Place is ok, even though I requested a non-smoking room everything smell like smoke. The place is a huge need of a renovation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I just needed to sleep on a bed for one night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024