Find Prairie City motels from $60

If you’re not able to find a motel in Prairie City, let us help you find a motel or similar property from over 501 accommodations in the area. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

Motels often include free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.

Here are some of our customers’ favorite motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is located 19.3 mi (31 km) from the heart of Prairie City. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning. Central Prairie City is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) away. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi, parking, and a casino shuttle. Located 14.3 mi (23 km) from the heart of Prairie City. Cozy Rest Motel: Central Prairie City is 18.8 mi (30.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and concierge services are available during your stay. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton: 10.3 mi (16.7 km) from the heart of Prairie City. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Red Rock, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Adventureland, Science Center of Iowa, and National Sprint Car Hall of Fame. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Iowa Speedway, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, and Outlets of Des Moines.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Prairie City to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Prairie City are January, March, November, and February, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Prairie City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 21.8 mi (35.1 km) from the heart of the city. If you’d like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.