Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Des Moines motel

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Free WiFi
Reception
Point of interest
Point of interest
Coffee service

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

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4940 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50313
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

In Des Moines .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find Iowa State Capitol Building and Iowa Events Center. Casey's Center and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Adventureland - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Casey's Center - 9 min drive - 7.7 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokey D's BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Des Moines motel
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North also features a vending machine and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Des Moines motel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North offers 120 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

This Des Moines motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North to the airport?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is 13.8 mi (35-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

As of Sep 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North on Sep 14, 2025 start from $64.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North have a pool?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North does not have a pool.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North to downtown Des Moines?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is 4.4 mi away from Des Moines.

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 235 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with pets
The room was clean. I did have to call the front desk after midnight as there were a bunch of people outside my room (at least it sounded like it) just having a good ole time. I needed my rest as I was driving across the country and needed my sleep. Thankfully the people did leave shortly after my call.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve, Des Moines

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Male staff was extremely sexes by kept looking me up and down and talking to me wihh icycold hatred in his voice and body he was highly impossible to work with when i needed extra time to get the money up and was just out right unprofessional the whole time
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

linda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Angel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brennen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no problems, clean room, friendly staff :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeffrey

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Avoid motel 6.

this was the most run down and filthy place. There are tweakers, bugs, smells awful, abandon cars parked. I did not stay and left. Avoid.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Inexpensive, comfortable, quiet room. Not sure if it's always quiet, but it was when I was there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Larry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't stay. Be advised.

Saw bugs crawling in room, multiple times and different kinds throughout the evening and night. Talked to the desk person and was offered to extend my stay but decided I needed to just leave. Also the toilet and sink were broke and leaking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lizzie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NEVER STAY IN THIS DUMP

The room smelled terrible, no amount of air freshener can help with it. The bathroom door had what appeared to have a bullet hole that had half way been repaired. The door had been kicked in at some point the deadbolt was loose. There was something on the wall that was I'm assuming was blood or god knows what. The curtain had been destroyed by a cat. I booked a queen bed and it was a full and the bed was not comfortable at all. The environment was something out of an episode of 48hrs and we didn't even stay the night and drove 2 hrs home. I refused to get assaulted, robbed or shot to stay there. The entire property is run down and looks awful. The paint is pealing off the doors and the property is very run down. We left and checked out and after supper and the owner refused to refund out money and there was no other rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No privacy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cockroaches everywhere

Absolutely disgusting! First of all I slept or didn't sleep with cockroachs crawling all over everything al night. Seen probably 40-50! Single shower barely big enough for one person it was not clean! Hade used bar of soap still on ledge. Toilet was super rusty not clean at all. Urine around toilet. Sink was moldy not clean at all. Water spots on mirror. Hole in drywall above the sink. Tables were not wiped off floor was discussing. I don't think anything was clean before our check in. Bed was made that was about it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and everything worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were inexpensive
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Hector

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No heat

The heater did not work
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shawn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

INFESTED!!!

There were roaches crawling out of everywhere and anywhere. I had to sleep in a chair when I finally could fall asleep. Would not recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zach

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEFF

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024