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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

1. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
Lovington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, location is great"
United States
Atong
$71 nightly
The price is $79
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,369 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful hotel, nice rooms."
United States
Kelsey
$126 nightly
The price is $141
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

3. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,928 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jacklyn J
$109 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Greater South Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,822 reviews)
"The pool was warm, the staff was great, clean room, hot water, breakfast was decent. Great price, great stay."
United States
Amanda
$65 nightly
The price is $73
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

5. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,224 reviews)
"The staff is really friendly, the breakfast is good and the rooms are clean"
United States
Theresa
$104 nightly
The price is $117
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Wildwood Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
3.0 star property
Clive
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the price"
United States
Dennis
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
An indoor pool with slides and a ship-themed play area.

7. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
Urbandale
5.8 out of 10, (1,089 reviews)
"Enjoyed the stay, kids had fun in water park ."
United States
Lori
$71 nightly
The price is $80
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

8. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,113 reviews)
"Friendly staff and rooms are cozy."
United States
Bobbi
$169 nightly
The price is $189
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Des Lux Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

9. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"We love the rooms with the 2 rooms! We love the breakfast because a chef makes made to order omelets!! We love this beautiful hotel! It’s where we stay in Des Moines!"
United States
Candy
$130 nightly
The price is $146
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (854 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay!!!"
United States
Robin
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

11. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay! The bartenders were amazing!"
United States
Sweta
$143 nightly
The price is $160
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV displaying a sunflower image, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned bedspread.

12. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
2.0 star property
Marquisville
5.8 out of 10, (456 reviews)
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
United States
Edward
$61 nightly
The price is $69
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Greater South Side
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Front desk lady was very helpful and courteous."
United States
Alan
$64 nightly
The price is $71
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

14. Quality Inn Des Moines North

Quality Inn Des Moines North
2.5 star property
Marquisville
7.0 out of 10, Good, (673 reviews)
"Wasn't to bad, bed kinda sucked and in an awkward location but had a few gas stations near by which was nice"
United States
derrick
$65 nightly
The price is $72
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn Des Moines North
An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

15. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
West Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,149 reviews)
"We love this hotel chain."
United States
John Kevin
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Another great stay as usual!"
United States
Thomas
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel will stay there again"
United States
Felicia
$110 nightly
The price is $123
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling and a thatched-roof structure.

18. Adventureland Inn

Adventureland Inn
2.5 star property
Altoona
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Caroline
Adventureland Inn
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Super comfy bed breakfast wasnt bad lots of options"
United States
Cassandra
$94 nightly
The price is $105
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.

20. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
West Des Moines
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,088 reviews)
"Great and safer area to stay."
United States
petro
$63 nightly
The price is $71
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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Qube Hotel

2.5 star property
Polk City
8.4/10Very Good (821 reviews)
24% off
$104 nightly
Price is $243
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Top Polk County Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, well stocked, plenty of parking, and good breakfast included."
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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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