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Our top choices for Des Moines vacation rentals

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Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"What a great place to stay! "
United States
Annie P.
$243 nightly
The price is $272
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
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Sherman Hill Hide-a-way

Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Good stay."
United States
Nick & Heather W.
$156 nightly
The price is $175
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Sherman Hill Hide-a-way
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Beautiful 2BR N of Grand near Downtown

Beautiful 2BR N of Grand near Downtown
North of Grand
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Great place, clean, organized, well maintained and the hosts have made it a comfortable cozy welcoming space. So well stocked with everything you need to make it easy to be away from home. Great location."
United States
Michael B.
$219 nightly
The price is $230
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful 2BR N of Grand near Downtown
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Cozy Bungalow Retreat

Cozy Bungalow Retreat
Greater South Side
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Quiet and cozy"
United States
Christopher G.
$159 nightly
The price is $178
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Bungalow Retreat
Outdoor dining

Sleepover | Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

Sleepover | Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Drake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very convenient place to stay for the Drake Relays. Would definitely look to stay there again."
United States
Josh
$176 nightly
The price is $215
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover | Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Outdoor dining

Sleepover | Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

Sleepover | Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Drake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Easy access to drake university was great"
United States
Gerardo
$176 nightly
The price is $199
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover | Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines
Property grounds

Stunning Tented Cabin with Fire Pit in Des Moines, Iowa

Stunning Tented Cabin with Fire Pit in Des Moines, Iowa
Saylorville
$235 nightly
The price is $263
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stunning Tented Cabin with Fire Pit in Des Moines, Iowa
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Zesty Orange Abode (438)

Zesty Orange Abode (438)
Downtown Des Moines
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"My stay was nice the only complaints I can think of is that the where not swept well and some of the dishes where a little dirty but all in all i had a nice stay."
United States
Caleb P.
$123 nightly
The price is $135
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Zesty Orange Abode (438)
Terrace/patio

Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines

Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines
Woodland Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Convenient to Sherman Hill and downtown. Quiet. "
United States
Abby H.
$176 nightly
The price is $199
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines
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Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking

Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"This was a great place, clean, comfortable and location is amazing."
United States
Krystal D.
$152 nightly
The price is $170
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
Property grounds

Spacious Studio Unit in Des Moines

Spacious Studio Unit in Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at this cute little Studio in Des Moines. The location is great - right next to the Capital and Interstate. Will be back again soon :)"
United States
Amber V.
$113 nightly
The price is $124
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Spacious Studio Unit in Des Moines
Interior

Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house

Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house
Des Moines
$321 nightly
The price is $359
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Total with taxes and fees
Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi

A lush, green-themed retreat home in Des Moines’ vibrant East Village.

A lush, green-themed retreat home in Des Moines’ vibrant East Village.
Downtown Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Quiet, clean, sufficient for our needs. "
United States
MA H.
$118 nightly
The price is $129
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
A lush, green-themed retreat home in Des Moines’ vibrant East Village.
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Central Comfort - Downtown Studio - Near Court Ave

Central Comfort - Downtown Studio - Near Court Ave
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Dan was amazing and responded quickly to any message! Room was spacious and very nice!"
United States
Abby C.
$140 nightly
The price is $148
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Central Comfort - Downtown Studio - Near Court Ave
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The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM

The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM
Des Moines
$190 nightly
The price is $213
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM
Interior

Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame

Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame
Southwestern Hills
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"another great stay very peaceful and quiet will stay here again"
United States
chris s.
$260 nightly
The price is $291
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame
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The Vintage Haven. A cozy home 5 mins from Downtown Des Moines. Pet-Friendly

The Vintage Haven. A cozy home 5 mins from Downtown Des Moines. Pet-Friendly
Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Nice place! Loved the kitchen and having plenty of rooms for everyone that traveled with us. "
United States
amy c.
$296 nightly
The price is $332
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Vintage Haven. A cozy home 5 mins from Downtown Des Moines. Pet-Friendly
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Family-Friendly 2BR with Amenities, WiFi & Parking

Family-Friendly 2BR with Amenities, WiFi & Parking
Downtown Des Moines
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"Comminication was great! We had a couple little hiccups along the way, but she resolved everything quickly. I also made a couple little suggestions on small amenities that we felt would have made our stay even better. She seemed very open to our suggestions, and vowed to include them in the future. It was a very central location to our event, and I loved how easy it was to get in and out of the place, and to other places in the Des Moines area. We already plan on booking it for our stay...
United States
Laura W.
$143 nightly
The price is $156
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Total with taxes and fees
Family-Friendly 2BR with Amenities, WiFi & Parking
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Quiet Studio on Grand Ave - Heart of Downtown

Quiet Studio on Grand Ave - Heart of Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Property was in a good location, street parking was very easy. Host was incredibly responsive and helpful. "
United States
Cameron W.
$182 nightly
The price is $189
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Quiet Studio on Grand Ave - Heart of Downtown
Interior

Urban Jungle Retreat (417)

Urban Jungle Retreat (417)
Downtown Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Near the facility for wrestling tournament. Walking distance to shops, restaurants, HyVee."
United States
Ryan S.
$128 nightly
The price is $140
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Total with taxes and fees
Urban Jungle Retreat (417)
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed one night with my son. Downtown location convenient and ample parking. Did not use the pool. Staff weren’t unkind but not real friendly either. Travel brochure area needed to be restocked and brochures for the Wisconsin Dells, WI area replaced with brochures for the Des Moines, IA area. Room was clean and comfortable but the television had very limited channels and no options to stream movies/shows or rent them. Complimentary breakfast was quite nice with ample options."
Lindsay 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Find out more about Des Moines

Everything you need to know about Des Moines vacation rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Des Moines vacation rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private vacation homes, apartments, condos, resorts, cabins, villas, motels. The list goes on, and on …and on.

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Des Moines vacation rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search.

Des Moines vacation rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Des Moines. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter low season months. For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit Des Moines in high season.

Prices vary throughout the year. Your chosen location, property type, and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. The selection of properties we have chosen for you start as low as $129 per night. Rates vary depending on your travel dates, location, and amenities so make a search and you might find even better deals!

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Des Moines?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Des Moines close to Des Moines Civic Center, or you can choose a secluded option if you're looking for extra privacy while you relax. Travelers who like culture and the arts give Des Moines high marks for its great live music and acclaimed theater scene. Leave some time to check out the lively festivals and top-notch restaurants during your visit.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Des Moines has to offer?

SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!: Visitors give good reviews to this Des Moines vacation home rental, which offers a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other top choices in Des Moines are NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL! and Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston.

How many vacation rentals are there in Des Moines?

With 256 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Des Moines stay.

What’s there to see and do in Des Moines?

Enjoy the outdoors at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, or simply take in cultural attractions like World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Wooly's. Walnut Street Bridge and Des Moines Civic Center are other places to visit while you're in town.

What’s a vacation rental in Des Moines like?

A vacation rental is a private property where you can stay for a few weeks or just a few days in Des Moines. Vacation rentals offer extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll have all the conveniences of home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for small groups.