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Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
$189 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$212 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
This hotel features a gym and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free airport shuttle. Enjoy ...
Favorite hotel in town
"I’ve stayed here several times and it continues to be my favorite hotel in Des Moines. Exceptional ambiance, comfort, and customer service. The complimentary breakfast and workout area is an additional plus."
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$139 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$156 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Valet parking, a business center, and a coffee shop are also ...
Beautiful
"This is a beautiful hotel."
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$118 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$132 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
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. Guests ...
"That u have to use the key cards for the elevator. It made feel safe"
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$109 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$122 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, conference center, and conference ...
"This property was priced affordably for families, in a safe neighborhood and we would definitely go back to this property."
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$78 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$87 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free airport shuttle. ...
"Drain in shower was really slow."
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundable
$135 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
$151 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees
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, ...
"Staff were very nice! Rooms were clean. It was busy the night we stayed, but we had no issues with noise disturbances."
Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$76 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a snack bar/deli, and laundry facilities are also on ...
"Clean and simple."
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$73 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$81 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total includes taxes and fees
This hotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free continental breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this ...
"Low key, friendly staff, central location near highway and main roads breakfast included helped budget."
Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$78 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$87 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes taxes and fees
A water park and a restaurant are featured at this smoke-free hotel. There's fun for all ages with a children's pool and a waterslide, and families will appreciate ...
"The pool area was fantastic and loved that they had lifeguards on duty. So much fun! The downside is that the rooms need much updating. It was difficult to find plug ins for phones/electronics. Carpets were worn but all around it was a good place to stay with kids."
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
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Cheap Central Iowa hotels
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
$68 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$76 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
7.6/10 Good! (513 reviews)
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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
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