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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

3.0 star property
Enjoy the indoor pool at this 3-star Urbandale hotel

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Indoor pool
Exterior
Reception
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8661 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Place, IHS-Iowa Health Systems
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Urbandale

In Urbandale .You'll find Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and Merle Hay Mall within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Pump It Up and Buccaneer Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • IHS-Iowa Health Systems - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 9 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 17 min drive - 15.8 miles
  • Iowa State University - 38 min drive - 48.0 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Enjoy the indoor pool at this 3-star Urbandale hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers 68 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Moines Urbandale Hotel
Fairfield Inn Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale to the airport?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale is 20.8 mi (28-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 Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale on Mar 22, 2026 start from $103, including 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offer free breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale features an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale to downtown Urbandale?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale is 2.1 mi away from Urbandale.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 502 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for a short stay, very clean, spacious rooms. Staff was courteous and prompt, and breakfast was pretty standard but kept clean and well stocked. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Very quick and easy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert (Bob)

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamdija

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is always great at Fairfield. It is by far the best hotel in this price range. Always consistent with no surprises. Great breakfast, rooms and staff always.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed Quiet room Great breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Safija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great.Room service was also great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jianyij

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janusz

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The front desk attendant was not in the front desk. Had to wait 15mins until someone came out
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right off I80. Super clean and well maintained. Easily walk to a few restaurants. Gas station is right down the road. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viola

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent. There were several restaurants near by to choose from. I would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Hebron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

darini, savoy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A good roomI didn’t like opening up to a dirty room and no ice on my floor Once we got a clean room, it was
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffery, Fergus Falls

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Willard

Traveled with family

Extra help

Staff went so far as to get my wife a jacket to help her in the chill of air conditioning. It was an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located near the Grimes softball fields.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, good food, clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamdija

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025