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Top Downtown Des Moines Kid Friendly Hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

201 E. Locust Street, Des Moines, IA
This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"There was a staff (Tricia or Trish) that was incredibly helpful. Was once of the best staff hospitality experiences I’ve had. Kudos to her!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (882 reviews)
"The hotel itself is very clean and well maintained. The staff was extremely welcoming and kind. It was also nice that they had a shuttle and offered free transportation to our site seeing destinations such as Sculpture Park!"

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

120 Sw Water St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Enjoy the hot tub and free perks like on-the-go breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Self parking, a 24-hour business ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Perfect place to stay for an I-Cubs game!
"We came to DM for an I-Cubs game and had a phenomenal stay here! We could walk to the game, the Farmer's Market, endless bars & restaurants, it was amazing!"

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate freebies like buffet ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Old carpet, humidity, rooms not cleaned halfway and entrance dirty. Smells humidity"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and A 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, express ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (898 reviews)
"Excellent on so many levels!"

Reviewed on May 25, 2025

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and free full breakfast each morning. Self parking, a 24-hour business ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,122 reviews)
"It was an amazing experience! We will definitely be coming back again for a stay!"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and perks like free WiFi and a free airport shuttle. A 24-hour business center, ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Very friendly staff!"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

418 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA
This hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"You coulda we what looked like moldy filling in the comforter when held up near daylight"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2025

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
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Hotels With Pools in Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines Kid-Friendly Hotels

It’s not a family vacation if you can’t bring the entire clan with you, is it? Next time you have a few days off from work, plan a family-friendly getaway.  Set off on an adventure the entire family will love, and book your stay at one of the kid-friendly hotels in Downtown Des Moines.

Your little ones are the most important thing in your life, so make sure they enjoy your accommodation as much as you do. From a kids-only room service menu (macaroni and cheese, anyone?) to special perks like in-room video game consoles, these lodgings provide a little something extra for the smaller members of your crew. The best family-friendly hotels in Downtown Des Moines may even offer playgrounds and other activities to keep the kiddos busy. What’s more, some hotels provide a babysitting service so you can get a few hours to yourself!

Whether you’re traveling with one small child or hauling around your entire extended family, Travelocity is here to help. Let us hook you up with hotels for kids in Downtown Des Moines that will keep your youngsters happy without breaking the bank. You can save even more when you bundle your flight and hotel together, so what are you waiting for? Grab your family and get ready to explore!

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