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Our top choices for Des Moines hostels

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1. Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
2.0 star property
Downtown Seattle
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (757 reviews)
"Wonderful place. Great staff. Would gladly stay here again."
United States
Brennan
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
A mural of a woman in flowing robes, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the street, and a small table with pumpkins.

2. Hostel Fish Seattle

Hostel Fish Seattle
2.0 star property
Downtown Seattle
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (207 reviews)
"Great location, great vibe, super comfy beds, overall really great place to stay!"
United States
Mia
$99 nightly
The price is $117
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Fish Seattle
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch with steps, and a small garden area.

3. Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite

Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (19 reviews)
"The stay was great, wish we could've reserved it longer...Beautiful, dogfriendly neighborhood "
United States
Megan
$95 nightly
The price is $102
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch with steps, and a small garden area.

4. The Golden Lion Sweet Suite

The Golden Lion Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Nice, clean, safe place to stay. If using public transit, prepare for a lot of hills with your luggage. There are quite a few stairs in the building to get to your room as well."
United States
Anna
$99 nightly
The price is $113
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
The Golden Lion Sweet Suite
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch with steps, and a small garden area.

5. Stag Sweet Suite

Stag Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (22 reviews)
"Great room"
United States
Vadim
$95 nightly
The price is $102
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stag Sweet Suite
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch with steps, and a small garden area.

6. The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite

The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (24 reviews)
"Clean room and easy stay. Thank you much!"
United States
Patrick
$110 nightly
The price is $120
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite
A two-story house with a blue exterior, a front porch with steps, and a small garden area.

7. Dragonstone Sweet Suite

Dragonstone Sweet Suite
1.0 star property
Capitol Hill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (37 reviews)
"Great place to stay in a good neighborhood for a great price!"
United States
Deidre
$119 nightly
The price is $131
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Dragonstone Sweet Suite
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

The Belltown Inn

The Belltown Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were great and very kind ! Property was nice and close to all the tourist attractions"
Julisa 2-night trip
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The Belltown Inn

Find out more about Des Moines

Des Moines Hostels information

Number of reviews
289
Accommodation
7 Hostels
Lowest Price
$94
Highest Price
$131

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Des Moines?
Our customers like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Sea-Tac Airport Value Inn - 1.2 mi (2 km) from the heart of Des Moines. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this motel. The Paramount Hotel - 14.6 mi (23.5 km) from the heart of Des Moines. Located within a 10-minute walk of Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Seattle Waterfront. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. The Belltown Inn - 14.7 mi (23.7 km) from the heart of Des Moines. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Des Moines?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Des Moines are November, December, January, and October, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Des Moines?
In general, Des Moines is known for its marina, restaurants, and churches. Major attractions include Pike Place Market, Space Needle, and Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Get out into nature with places like Des Moines Beach, Saltwater State Park, and Angle Lake Park. Cultural attractions include Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum, Museum of Flight, and Pantages Theater.
What's the best way to get to and around Des Moines while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Des Moines on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), located 3.1 mi (5 km) from the city center. An alternative is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), situated 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.

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