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The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!"
United States
Lily T.
$258 nightly
The price is $289
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"What a great place to stay! "
United States
Annie P.
$247 nightly
The price is $277
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

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 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover | Attractive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
Woodland Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, responsive host! Will stay again."
United States
Paul R.
$329 nightly
The price is $369
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

Modern Boho Townhome w/Hidden Reading Nook Near Downtown Des Moines!

Modern Boho Townhome w/Hidden Reading Nook Near Downtown Des Moines!
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Such a cute townhouse and was perfect for our weekend away! The reading nook was so cozy. "
United States
Kylie F.
$195 nightly
The price is $218
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Modern Boho Townhome w/Hidden Reading Nook Near Downtown Des Moines!

A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook!

A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook!
Indianola Hills
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kenneth M.
$191 nightly
The price is $214
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook!

Walkable DSM Gem, Mins to Drake & Ingersoll Ave

Walkable DSM Gem, Mins to Drake & Ingersoll Ave
Woodland Heights
$233 nightly
The price is $260
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Total with taxes and fees
Walkable DSM Gem, Mins to Drake & Ingersoll Ave

3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed

3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Nice place!"
United States
Timothy P.
$158 nightly
The price is $176
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed

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

Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines
Woodland Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Convenient to Sherman Hill and downtown. Quiet. "
United States
Abby H.
$209 nightly
The price is $237
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines

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 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Sleepover | Impressive Studio and Gym - Des Moines

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, (32 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 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Vintage Haven. A cozy home 5 mins from Downtown Des Moines. Pet-Friendly

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.
$148 nightly
The price is $165
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Sherman Hill Hide-a-way

Stunning Tented Cabin with Fire Pit in Des Moines, Iowa

Stunning Tented Cabin with Fire Pit in Des Moines, Iowa
Saylorville
$234 nightly
The price is $262
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stunning Tented Cabin with Fire Pit in Des Moines, Iowa

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
$195 nightly
The price is $218
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM

Chic Des Moines 1BR with Amenities & Prime Location

Chic Des Moines 1BR with Amenities & Prime Location
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Awesome !!"
United States
Heather
$123 nightly
The price is $135
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Chic Des Moines 1BR with Amenities & Prime Location

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.
$263 nightly
The price is $279
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful 2BR N of Grand near Downtown

Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals

Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals
Des Moines
6.6 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"Very clean and inviting. Right across the street from a great bar/pizzaria. Very secure. Communication was great."
United States
David H.
$244 nightly
The price is $257
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals

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.
$262 nightly
The price is $293
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Exactly as listed and perfect for our stay. "
United States
Anna H.
$179 nightly
The price is $200
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

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, (25 reviews)
"This was a great place, clean, comfortable and location is amazing."
United States
Krystal D.
$170 nightly
The price is $190
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
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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 Fabulous 2-bedroom house with AC in Des Moines and Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8.

How many vacation rentals are there in Des Moines?

With 255 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.