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| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown |
8.2 / 10 (223 Reviews) |
From 119$ | |
| Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport |
5.9 / 10 (237 Reviews) |
From 62$ | |
| Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center |
7.9 / 10 (678 Reviews) |
From 112$ | |
| Super 8 By Wyndham Des Moines Hotel |
3.0 / 10 (404 Reviews) |
From 59$ | |
| Hilton Des Moines Downtown Hotel |
8.5 / 10 (186 Reviews) |
From 192$ |
When it comes to traveling to Des Moines, Iowa, there are numerous accommodation options to choose from. However, hotels remain a popular choice among travelers for several reasons. From comfort and convenience to amenities and location, there are many benefits to choosing a hotel for your stay in Des Moines. In this blog post, we will explore the advantages of staying in a hotel and why it is the preferred accommodation option for many visitors to the city.
One of the main reasons to choose a hotel when traveling to Des Moines is the level of comfort and convenience they offer. Hotels are equipped with comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and modern amenities that make for a relaxing and enjoyable stay. Additionally, many hotels in the city offer services such as room service, concierge assistance, and daily housekeeping, allowing guests to focus on enjoying their trip rather than worrying about the details of their accommodation.
Another reason to opt for a hotel in Des Moines is the range of amenities and facilities they provide. Many hotels in the city feature on-site restaurants, fitness centers, swimming pools, and business meeting rooms, providing guests with everything they need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Whether you're traveling for leisure or business, hotels in Des Moines offer a variety of amenities to cater to your needs.
In addition to comfort and amenities, the location of hotels in Des Moines is another compelling reason to choose this accommodation option. Many hotels are centrally located, making it easy for guests to access popular attractions, dining and entertainment options, and transportation hubs. Whether you're interested in exploring the downtown area, visiting cultural attractions, or attending events and conferences, staying in a hotel can provide convenient access to everything Des Moines has to offer.
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
From 119$
The 3-star Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown is located 400 metres from Science Center of Iowa and features a Jacuzzi and an indoor pool. Along with the use of a fitness studio on site, sports fans are invited to discover Principal Park Stadium, which is approximately 5 minutes away by car.
The modern inn has a perfect location within close distance of the Iowa Capitol Building, while shopping venues like Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market are merely a 7-minute stroll away. Standing 8 minutes on foot from Des Moines Civic Center, the smoke-free Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown is 13 minutes' walk from Wells Fargo Arena. This Des Moines property is also nestled right by a river. It is centrally located in Des Moines a minute's walk from Walnut Street Bridge. You can catch the bus at Walnut St & 2nd Ave bus stop, just 5 minutes on foot from the hotel.
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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
From 62$
Located in a business neighbourhood, the 3-star Ramada By Wyndham Des Moines Airport Hotel offers an indoor swimming pool and parking on site.
Within a 7-km distance of Salisbury House, this Des Moines hotel is also within a 7-km distance of Principal Park Stadium. The 49 - acre Blank Park Zoo, a 25-minute walk away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in Des Moines. Des Moines Civic Center is situated within a 7-km distance of the hotel. For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
From 112$
Located just 300 metres from Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, the 3-star Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines is within 5 minutes' walk of Wells Fargo Arena. Boasting an indoor heated pool and a fitness centre, the quality inn offers access to Science Center of Iowa, which is approximately 5 minutes away by car.
Situated in the Downtown Des Moines district, the property is just next door to Polk County Convention Complex. The private Drake University is a popular education place to visit around 3 km from the Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines. This quality accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Pond for Prosperity around 10 minutes' walk away. It is also perfectly located within close distance of Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens. 6th Ave & Crocker St bus stop is at a distance of a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
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Super 8 By Wyndham Des Moines Hotel
From 59$
Situated about 15 minutes by car from Wells Fargo Arena, Super 8 By Wyndham Des Moines Hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property, and public parking on site. The 2-star motel is a good starting point to Des Moines's sports attractions, including Woodland Hills Golf Course, which is a 10-minute ride away.
The property is about 20 km from Des Moines International airport and a 15-minute ride from such cultural venues as the Contemporary Iowa Hall of Pride Interactive Museum. The Super 8 By Wyndham Des Moines is located within easy access to the Iowa Capitol Building, within a 15-minute drive of the building. The accommodation is also within walking distance of Adventureland Amusement Park. There is Polk County Convention Complex approximately 7 km from Super 8 By Wyndham Des Moines Hotel.
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Hilton Des Moines Downtown Hotel
From 192$
Featuring a cash machine and a lift, Hilton Des Moines Downtown Hotel sits 7 minutes on foot from Wells Fargo Arena. The hotel boasts an indoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property and rooms with a view of the city.
This 4-star accommodation is nestled in the very heart of Des Moines, an 18-minute walk from the curvaceous Pappajohn Sculpture Public Park and only a short drive from Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. The Hilton Des Moines Downtown is just 150 metres from 6th Ave & Park St bus stop and merely 400 metres from Hy-Vee Hall. The property allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Pond for Prosperity nearly a 10-minute walk away. 10 minutes by car from Hilton Des Moines Downtown Hotel, guests will also find the Iowa Capitol Building. For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
Hotels in Des Moines
| Top Service Hotel ๐ | Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown |
| Family Hotel ๐ช | Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport |
| Hotel with a view ๐ | Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center |
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Des Lux Hotel
From 189$
Located in the Downtown Des Moines district of Des Moines, the 3-star Des Lux Hotel is 12 minutes on foot from such culture-oriented attractions as Science Center of Iowa. Featuring 44 rooms with views of the city, this romantic hotel is a 5-minute drive from State Historical Museum.
Situated approximately a 5-minute walk from Cathedral Church of Saint Paul, the smoke-free accommodation is within 25 minutes' walk of the lighted walking path "Gray's Lake Park". Popular natural sights near the Des Lux Des Moines are the 4.4 - acre Pappajohn Sculpture Park (600 metres) and Water Works Park (2.5 km). For sport lovers this Des Moines property offers proximity to Wells Fargo Arena, which is approximately a 15-minute walk away. Des Lux Hotel is located 10 km from Des Moines International airport and within easy walking distance of Locust St & 8th St bus stop.
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Holiday Inn Express And Suites Des Moines Downtown By Ihg
From 154$
Featuring a cash machine and a lift, the 2-star Holiday Inn Express And Suites Des Moines Downtown, An Ihg Hotel is a mere 1.9 km from Des Moines Civic Center. Offering a Jacuzzi and an indoor pool along with a snack bar, the inn is centrally located a stroll from Science Center of Iowa.
The accommodation has a prime setting within 25 minutes' walk of State Historical Museum, while natural sights like the curvaceous Pappajohn Sculpture Public Park are merely 1.8 km away. Principal Park Stadium is within close distance of the Holiday Inn Express And Suites Des Moines Downtown, An Ihg, and Des Moines International airport is 10 km away. The nearby cultural experience includes the Contemporary Iowa Hall of Pride Interactive Museum, which is merely 1.9 km away. Situated in the heart of Des Moines, Holiday Inn Express And Suites Des Moines Downtown, An Ihg Hotel is within 10 minutes' walk of Platform M bus stop.
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Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport
From 196$
The 3-star Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport, located nearly a 10-minute ride from Fleur Cinema and Cafe, offers a swimming pool and Wi-Fi throughout the property. Along with the use of a gym on site, sports fans are invited to discover Willow Creek Golf Course, which is nearly a 10-minute ride away.
The hotel is about 5 km from Des Moines International airport and approximately a 10-minute drive from such cultural venues as Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center. There is the 49-acre Blank Park Zoo nearly a 10-minute ride from the Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport. The nearby notable religious buildings include Grace Baptist Church, approximately a 10-minute drive from this smoke-free accommodation.
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Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown
From 175$
The 4-star Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown enjoys a central location in the very heart of Des Moines, merely 650 metres from Court Avenue. Boasting an indoor pool and a fitness club, this Des Moines hotel offers access to Science Center of Iowa, which is approximately 5 minutes away by car.
Principal Park Stadium stands only 1.2 km away, and Wells Fargo Arena is just a pleasant stroll from the property. The Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown is nearly a 5-minute drive from Margo Frankel Woods State Park and 10 km from Des Moines International airport. The accommodation allows you to enjoy such natural sights as Pond for Growth a mere 8 minutes' walk away. Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown also provides access to shopping attractions like Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, which are around 10 minutes' walk away. This Des Moines property is near an underground station and E Locust St & Robert D Ray Dr bus stop is around 5 minutes' walk away.
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel
From 119$
Featuring a cash machine and a lift, the 33-story Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel is nestled in Des Moines, 11 minutes' stroll from Science Center of Iowa. Located just a pleasant stroll from the Contemporary Iowa Hall of Pride Interactive Museum, this 3-star hotel features 413 rooms with views of the city.
The stylish property lies in the business district of Des Moines, around 5 minutes by car from Polk County Convention Complex. The nearby sports attractions include Wells Fargo Arena, within walking distance of the Marriott Downtown Des Moines. Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the 4.4 Acre Pappajohn Sculpture Park, which is only 10 minutes' walk away. Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel stands a mere 0.7 km from Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, a short way from 7th St & Locust St bus stop.
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Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
From 106$
The 3-star Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport is nearly a 15-minute drive from Polk County Convention Complex and has a seasonal outdoor pool plus a fitness suite. The smoke-free inn is a good starting point to Des Moines's sports attractions, including Wells Fargo Arena, which is around 7 km away.
Located in front of a petting zoo and restaurants, this Des Moines property is 10 minutes by car from the 49-acre Blank Park Zoo. Situated in the heart of Des Moines, the Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport is approximately a 15-minute ride from Science Center of Iowa. Entertainment options in the area feature Fleur Cinema and Cafe a stroll from the accommodation. For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Des Moines Downtown
From 224$
The 3-star Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Des Moines Downtown, located within 5 minutes' walk of Wells Fargo Arena, features a vending machine and a lift. This Des Moines inn is in a business area, just a short drive from such natural sights as Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.
The property places you an 18-minute stroll from Science Center of Iowa and around 5 minutes by car from Principal Park Stadium. Relatively close to the Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Des Moines Downtown, business travellers will find Polk County Courthouse. The nearby entertainment attractions of Des Moines include Vaudeville Mews Live Music Venue, which is approximately 15 minutes' walk away. Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Des Moines Downtown stands close to the Contemporary Iowa Hall of Pride Interactive Museum, 5 minutes' walk from 6th Ave & Crocker St bus stop.
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Residence Inn By Marriott Des Moines Downtown
From 210$
The charming 3-star Residence Inn By Marriott Des Moines Downtown, situated 5 minutes' walk from Science Center of Iowa, offers a heated pool as well as a fitness centre. Centrally located a few minutes' drive from Polk County Convention Complex, which is a great place to shop, this smoke-free hotel provides 127 rooms.
The property lies in the heart of Des Moines, in the Downtown Des Moines district, within 5 minutes' drive of Court Avenue. Principal Park Stadium is not so far from the Residence Inn By Marriott Des Moines Downtown, and Des Moines International airport is 10 km away. You can easily find Iowa State Fairgrounds about a 15-minute ride from the charming accommodation. Residence Inn By Marriott Des Moines Downtown stands close to Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, within arm's reach of Walnut St & 2nd Ave bus stop.
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Holiday Inn Des Moines-Downtown-Mercy Campus By Ihg
From 105$
Featuring a swimming pool, the 3-star Holiday Inn Des Moines-Downtown-Mercy Campus, An Ihg Hotel is located in the Downtown Des Moines district of Des Moines, about a 25-minute stroll from Principal Park Stadium. This Des Moines inn is provided with everything necessary, including a cash machine and a lift.
The property is about 10 km from Des Moines International airport and only 1.8 km from such cultural venues as Science Center of Iowa. The Holiday Inn Des Moines-Downtown-Mercy Campus, An Ihg Des Moines offers proximity to such natural sights as the 4.4-acre Pappajohn Sculpture Park (1.9 km) and the 167 - acre Gray's Lake Park (3.1 km). Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Pond for Growth, which is a 17-minute walk away. You can easily find Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden 1.9 km from Holiday Inn Des Moines-Downtown-Mercy Campus, An Ihg Hotel. There is 6th Ave & Laurel St bus stop in close proximity to the property.
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Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown
From 211$
Nestled in the Downtown Des Moines district of Des Moines, the 3-star Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown is within 700 metres of World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Located close to a motorway, the hotel features a heated swimming pool and 93 spacious rooms.
The comfortable property enjoys a major location about a 5-minute drive from Des Moines River. It is within 500 metres of Vaudeville Mews Live Music Venue and within walking distance of Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market. Visit Pond for Prosperity, within 15 minutes' walk of this Des Moines hotel, and feel complete harmony with the nature of United States. Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown is just a short stroll from Kaleidoscope at the Hub Mall. For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 15 minutes' drive away.
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Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
From 202$
Nestled in a downtown area, the 4-star Surety Hotel Des Moines includes billiards and a golf course. The hotel is situated in the centre of Des Moines, just 1.5 km from such cultural attractions as State Historical Museum.
Centrally located nearly 25 minutes' walk from the lighted walking path "Gray's Lake Park", this Des Moines property is a stroll from Hy-Vee Hall. The hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as the 4.4 Acre Pappajohn Sculpture Park (1.8 km) and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (2.7 km). Shopping enthusiasts will enjoy being around 900 metres from Polk County Convention Complex. Surety Hotel is also situated at the doorstep of Platform I bus stop.
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Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
From 126$
The 3-star Doubletree Des Moines Airport Hotel, located around 10 minutes by car from the 49 - acre Blank Park Zoo, boasts a swimming pool. Wi-Fi is offered throughout the property at this comfortable hotel.
The property has a great location a 10-minute drive of Southridge Mall. Principal Park Stadium is about 15 minutes' drive from the hotel in Des Moines. Sport lovers will enjoy the proximity of A. H. Blank Golf Course, which is a 25-minute walk away. For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 10 minutes' drive away.
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Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
From 65$
Situated 14 minutes on foot from Fleur Cinema and Cafe, which will let your body release endorphins, the 2-star Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport features a lift, a snack and drink vending machine. This newly-refreshed inn offers reliable services and professional staff.
The smoke-free property is located at a distance of 2.8 km from the 49-acre Blank Park Zoo and across from an international restaurant, a petting zoo, and a park. Court Avenue is around 6 km from the Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport, while Des Moines International airport is 5 km from it. Salisbury House is situated around 6 km from the accommodation.
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Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines North Hotel
From 114$
The 2-star Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines North Hotel, situated within a 15-minute drive of the Iowa Capitol Building, offers a fitness centre and various recreational opportunities. Along with the use of a gym facility on site, sports fans are invited to discover Wells Fargo Arena, which is a 15-minute drive away.
Located in a business area, the smoke-free inn is around 15 minutes' drive from Polk County Convention Complex and around a 20-minute walk from such shopping venues as Brass Armadillo Antique Mall. The Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines North lies in the heart of Des Moines, close to woods. This Des Moines property is nestled near convention centres. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the tranquil Margo Frankel Woods State Park, at a distance of 3.7 km from Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines North Hotel. For those travelling from afar, Des Moines International airport is 24 minutes' drive away.
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Kasa Downtown Des Moines Aparthotel
From 147$
Located 19 minutes on foot from Principal Park Stadium, which is highly appreciated by sports lovers, the 4-star Kasa Downtown Des Moines Aparthotel includes 10 rooms.
Karolyn Sherwood Gallery is a 5-minute stroll from this Des Moines aparthotel, while only a short drive from the 4.4 - acre Pappajohn Sculpture Park this place. The property offers proximity to such natural sights as Water Works Park (2.9 km) and the 167-acre Gray's Lake Park (2.4 km). A 5-minute stroll from the hotel there is not only Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market, but also Polk County Convention Complex at Iowa Events Center. The accommodation is right near 6th Ave & Grand Ave bus stop. The nearest airport is Des Moines International, which lies 10 km from Kasa Downtown Des Moines Aparthotel.
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Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport Hotel
From 76$
The 3-star Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport Hotel is situated next to the entertainment district of Des Moines, about 10 minutes' drive from the 260 - acre nature reserve "Walnut Woods State Park". This family-friendly inn, located a 10-minute ride from Raccoon River Park, boasts an indoor pool along with a solarium, a Jacuzzi, and sauna facilities.
The property is about 10 km from Des Moines International airport and within 7 km of such cultural venues as the internationally acclaimed museum "Des Moines Art Center". Guests can find Val Air Ballroom a 15-minute drive of the Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport. You can also easily reach Willow Creek Golf Course, which is just 250 metres away. Due to a location right off a motorway, Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport Hotel offers easy access to other parts of Des Moines.