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An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

1. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
Johnston
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,912 reviews)
"Love the decor, staff was friendly, hotel was clean, well maintained and the beds were comfortable and the price was great."
United States
Michael
$109 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

2. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
Lovington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, location is great"
United States
Atong
$71 nightly
The price is $79
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

3. 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, (1,815 reviews)
"Definitely would stay here again close to everything downtown"
United States
Felicia
$65 nightly
The price is $73
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

4. 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, (1,349 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Sonya
$144 nightly
The price is $161
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
An indoor pool with slides and a ship-themed play area.

5. 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, (1,081 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 building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

6. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
Clive
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,231 reviews)
"Great staff, nice rooms and amenities"
United States
Kristian
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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.

7. 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, (1,014 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the price"
United States
Dennis
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
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, (1,112 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. It is a beautiful hotel with a nice lounge, wonderful breakfast and super friendly staff."
United States
Heidi
$169 nightly
The price is $189
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Des Lux Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

9. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
Johnston
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (838 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay!!!"
United States
Robin
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

10. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Such a wonderful hotel and amazing staff and fantastic rooms!"
United States
Candy
$130 nightly
The price is $146
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

11. 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, (1,017 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Milagros
$60 nightly
The price is $68
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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, (446 reviews)
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
United States
Edward
$59 nightly
The price is $67
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

13. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay! The bartenders were amazing!"
United States
Sweta
$141 nightly
The price is $158
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
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, (664 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
$63 nightly
The price is $70
Oct 22 - Oct 23
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, (1,138 reviews)
"The food (morning & evening) were outstanding."
United States
Mervin
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfy beds and pillows, nice breakfast"
United States
Megan
$110 nightly
The price is $123
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

17. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
3.0 star property
Johnston
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was great."
United States
Rosemary
$60 nightly
The price is $67
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.

18. 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, (1,071 reviews)
"Great and safer area to stay."
United States
petro
$54 nightly
The price is $60
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

19. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Mario
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A compact kitchen with a dining table, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

20. Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
2.5 star property
West Des Moines
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
colden
$84 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
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3.0 star property
Clive
9.6/10Exceptional (1,231 reviews)
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$162 nightly
Price is $364
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Top Polk County Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was very nice and the skywalk connecting downtown was amazing!"
Annelise 2-night trip
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Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

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