Des Moines Motels

Des Moines Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You'll find 17 economical motels in Des Moines among more than 160 lodging choices. These budget accommodations can help you cut costs when compared with traditional hotels, which offer more amenities but ones that you may not use.

Because you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Des Moines. Not-to-be-missed sights include Science Center of Iowa, Wells Fargo Arena, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.

Fun fact: Beginning in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66. At most motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool.

Below are some of our customers' recommended Des Moines motels to select from:

Motel 6 Des Moines West

• Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Jordan Creek Town Center.
• Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Motel 6 Des Moines East - Altoona

• An indoor pool along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a casino shuttle are available during your stay.
• It's located within a quick 2-minute drive of Adventureland.

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

• Enjoy access to the 24-hour business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
• Stay within a 10-minute drive of Adventureland and Wells Fargo Arena.

Village Inn Motel Des Moines

• It's located within a quick 5-minute drive of Iowa State Capitol Building.
• A restaurant, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay.

Motel 6 Des Moines IA

• Stay within a 20-minute drive of Wells Fargo Arena and Adventureland.
• Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What to Do in Des Moines

While you're sightseeing, check out the lively festivals or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants. Those who've visited Des Moines love the theater scene and live music.

Here are some popular places:

• Science Center of Iowa
• Wells Fargo Arena
• Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

• Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge
• Pappajohn Sculpture Park
• John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

• Iowa State Fairgrounds
• Blank Park Zoo
• Adventureland

Des Moines is also popular for its:

• Sports
• Biking

Best Time to Visit Des Moines

Determine the perfect time for your visit to Des Moines by reviewing these seasonal weather details:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 56° F and nighttime temperatures average 14° F
• April-June: 85° F is the daytime average and 35° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 86° F and nighttime averages are around 49° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 69° F during the day and 15° F at night
• Average rainfall is 35.98 inches in a year

How to Get to Des Moines and Around the Area