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Holiday Inn Des Moines-Downtown-Mercy Campus, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Des Moines

Steps from the Wells Fargo Arena and the Mercy Medical Center, this hotel in downtown Des Moines, Iowa has a free shuttle service to the airport and local area attractions.

The staff were amazing....
7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
233 reviews
Price from$155.80per night
Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Airport, hotel in Des Moines

Des Moines International Airport is just 1.2 mi from this Iowa hotel which provides free airport transportation. It also features a heated indoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.

Good parking. Nice pool area
5.8
Scored 5.8
Above average
Rated okay
352 reviews
Price from$127.50per night
Hilton Des Moines Downtown, hotel in Des Moines

Located in Des Moines, a 4-minute walk from Wells Fargo Arena, Hilton Des Moines Downtown has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

how it was convenient for wells fargo and how it felt 100% safe
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
239 reviews
Price from$152.15per night
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds, hotel in Des Moines

The Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds is located adjacent to the Iowa State Fairgrounds and minutes from downtown Des Moines and the Iowa Events Center, a sports, entertainment, convention and expo...

Across the street from fair grounds
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
297 reviews
Price from$55.85per night
Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport, hotel in Des Moines

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport is located in Des Moines, 5.5 miles from Science Center of Iowa and 6.1 miles from Wells Fargo Arena.

Very clean and lots of space. A nice breakfast as well.
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
181 reviews
Price from$152.76per night
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport Conf Center, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Des Moines

This hotel features an on-site restaurant and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and a cable TV. A free shuttle is offered to Des Moines International Airport, located across the street.

No hot water in room and Michael was an extremely rude staff member, it was unbelievable how rude and inconsiderate he was! He ruined our entire experience and I will never return because of him.
7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
188 reviews
Price from$134.10per night
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown, hotel in Des Moines

Located in Des Moines, a 4-minute walk from Iowa Events Center, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown provides accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a fitness center and a...

There was lots of room to sit, and the bathroom was huge. The beds were comfortable, and with two TVs, there were no arguments about what to watch.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Excellent
Rated excellent
170 reviews
Price from$179per night
Quality Inn, hotel in Des Moines

Just 6 miles away from Adventureland, this hotel is located in Des Moines and offers complimentary hot breakfast and free WiFi.

No one thing
6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
449 reviews
Price from$60.95per night
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton, hotel in Des Moines

Located in Des Moines, a 11-minute walk from Science Center of Iowa, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and...

Clean and quiet
9.0
Scored 9.0
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
558 reviews
Price from$152.10per night
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Des Moines

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown is located in Des Moines, 2297 feet from Hy-Vee Hall and 2625 feet from Iowa Events Center.

Loved the 2 bedroom suite. It’s was close to the Wells Fargo arena and not ridiculously priced
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
308 reviews
Price from$147.60per night
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Des Moines's best hotels with breakfast

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 115 reviews

    Less than a mile from the international airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites features modern accommodations a 20 minute drive from downtown Des Moines.

    The hotel was very accommodating, spacious and clean.

  • Des Moines Marriott Downtown
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 128 reviews

    Connected via skywalk to the Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena, this hotel offers concierge and valet parking services, an airport shuttle and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

    Accomodating and Hospitable staff Valet/ Bar Staff

  • Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 332 reviews

    This downtown Des Moines Hyatt Place hotel features free WiFi access throughout and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel is only 4.3 mi from the Des Moines International Airport.

    convenient location, spacious room, friendly staffs.

  • Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 352 reviews

    Des Moines International Airport is just 1.2 mi from this Iowa hotel which provides free airport transportation. It also features a heated indoor pool and rooms with free WiFi.

    The staff was awesome and it was a very nice stay.

  • Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport Conf Center, an IHG Hotel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 188 reviews

    This hotel features an on-site restaurant and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and a cable TV. A free shuttle is offered to Des Moines International Airport, located across the street.

    location. could walk to airport. very friendly staff.

  • Holiday Inn Des Moines-Downtown-Mercy Campus, an IHG Hotel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 233 reviews

    Steps from the Wells Fargo Arena and the Mercy Medical Center, this hotel in downtown Des Moines, Iowa has a free shuttle service to the airport and local area attractions.

    Location and the staff put me in a room as I requested.

  • Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 430 reviews

    Overlooking the Des Moines River and in the heart of the city, this all-suite hotel is moments from attractions and features spacious accommodations and a free nightly reception.

    The room was amazing and breakfast was exceptional!

  • Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 49 reviews

    Featuring a full kitchen in every suite, this Iowa hotel is located along the Des Moines River in the heart of the city. Free Wi-Fi access is available, and a hot breakfast is served daily.

    Great location, clean, friendly staff, and very comfortable.

Budget hotels in Des Moines

  • Quality Inn
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 449 reviews

    Just 6 miles away from Adventureland, this hotel is located in Des Moines and offers complimentary hot breakfast and free WiFi.

    the best surprise is no surprise, enjoyable stay

  • Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 297 reviews

    The Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds is located adjacent to the Iowa State Fairgrounds and minutes from downtown Des Moines and the Iowa Events Center, a sports, entertainment, convention and expo...

    Breakfast was great easy to get to,rooms were nice

  • Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 498 reviews

    The Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport is conveniently located less than one mile from Des Moines International Airport.

    Biscuits and gravey, couldn't get much better.

  • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 711 reviews

    Less than 1 mi from Des Moines International Airport, this Iowa hotel features an indoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs.

    24/7 fresh coffee Convenient shuttle to the airport

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines
    4.7
    Scored 4.7
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 393 reviews

    Located 2 miles from Grand View College, Travelodge Des Moines has free Wi-Fi access throughout the property and guest rooms with cable TV and air conditioning.

    Very friendly and accommodating staff. Hot breakfast.

  • Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North
    4.7
    Scored 4.7
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 296 reviews

    Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool and a heated indoor pool, Baymont Inn and Suites Des Moines is located off Interstate 8.

    very family oriented grate safe family environment

  • Motel 6-Des Moines, IA - North
    4.3
    Scored 4.3
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 401 reviews

    This motel is located in Des Moines, 6 miles from Adventureland Park and Drake University. The motel features an outdoor pool and guest rooms provide free Wi-Fi.

    Quiet' good place to catch up on a good nites sleep

  • Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 126 reviews

    Ideally situated across from Des Moines International Airport and close to many area points of interest, this hotel offers many free amenities and services, including 24-hour airport shuttle service.

    It was near airport all the accomadations where fine

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What Guests Said About Des Moines:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Went to graduation at the Wells Fargo Arena.

    Went to graduation at the Wells Fargo Arena. The view of the bridge on the Riverwalk on the Des Moines River and dam lit up at night was awesome. So was the state capitol in the background. Felt very safe there. Biaggii's Italian Restaurant was superb. Our waiter Alan was very efficient and had a great memory for our size table. The Lobster Bisque, chocolate cake, mini sundaes, bread... everything. Just try it.
    Jean
    United States of America
  • 2.0
    Scored 2.0

    This hotel is unfortunately one I would never use again....

    This hotel is unfortunately one I would never use again.... My friends and I had planned a trip to see basketball we live in the UK. I made a mistake and put in the wrong Arena on Booking.com and this hotel came up. I booked two rooms and when we put in the zip code it was 1,000 miles away!!! I contacted booking.com literally 3 minutes after booking who contacted the hotel on my behalf and they refused to answer me or booking.com. I lost £270.00. Moral of the story they were in their rights to take the money but the fact they ignored both me and booking.com says a lot about the company greed. Enjoy spending my money..
    Shiela
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I lived in Des Moines for 32 years and always enjoy our...

    I lived in Des Moines for 32 years and always enjoy our summer returns for the season of the Des Moines Metro Opera. Farmers Market, Court Avenue, the East Village, the Art Center, the Botanical Garden, all are worth a visit.
    Joe
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Des Moines is a very nice city, downtown is nice especially...

    Des Moines is a very nice city, downtown is nice especially the skywalks. Our visit to the capitol grounds for the Des Moines symphony Yankee Doodle Pops event was awesome. We lived there a little over 30 years ago and still have friends that we visit from time to time. We always enjoy our visits.
    Oldenkamp
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Hotel was an easy walk to Civic Center and restaurants.

    Hotel was an easy walk to Civic Center and restaurants. Lots of restaurants nearby to choose from. Went to Court Street Brew Pub - casual and great for a variety of beers. Splash is a nice seafood restaurant - quiet and low key. Parking is pricey whether in the ramp or on the street. Cute shops downtown - nice change from mall shopping. Locally owned! Cooking store, spices, oil and vinegar shop, gift shops. Hotel is historic and recently renovated - nicely done. Room was comfortable and quiet. Staff was pleasant and friendly.
    Victoria
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Des Moines is a thriving metropolitan city with plenty of...

    Des Moines is a thriving metropolitan city with plenty of events and entertainment value. From exciting sporting events to an entertaining amusement park with a fabulous waterpark (better than Oceans of Fun in Kansas City). Exciting nightlife with alot of clubs with live entertainment. Golf Courses, Extreme skating park and many nice parks. If your a bicycler, their trail system is 2nd to none for riding enjoyment. Clean and friendly people. A nice place to visit. If you're lucky enough to be there during the Iowa State Fair, one of the best fairs in the USA!
    Gary
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Des Moines

  • From $200.38 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 86 reviews
    Clean, comfortable, modern, quiet. Laundry in the unit was great. Full kitchen. Nice amenities in the apartment complex (fitness room, party-type gathering room, nice lobby, lobby coffee). Free parking behind the building. Walking distance to several nice restaurants, the sculpture garden and the Des Moines library. We had some questions about things and received prompt text replies. Would definitely recommend and would stay there again.
    Sally
    United States of America
  • From $88.31 per night
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 460 reviews
    The location was fine, the kids loved the pool. The room was clean, but had very poorly patched holes in walls, doors and bathtub. There didn't seem to be a lot of other guests there at the same time, so unless all of the rooms have some damage in them, I'm not sure why rooms that clearly need maintenance should be filled first.
    D
    DEANNA
    United States of America
  • From $162.96 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 181 reviews
    We could tell that there was a decent amount of people staying in the hotel but we never were bothered by hearing anyone though the door or late at night up and down the hallway. 15 minute drive from downtown was perfect. We did not use the airport but seemed only 5 minutes away with a shuttle in front ready to go.
    Rebecca
    United States of America
  • From $122.81 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,400 reviews
    The check-in process was quick. The employee checking us in was very helpful, friendly & overall very welcoming. We also like how close it is to the Des Moines Airport. It is located in a quiet area of town. We will FOR SURE be staying at this hotel each time we fly out for early morning Des Moines flights.
    Heather
    United States of America
  • From $160.16 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 170 reviews
    We were in Des Moines for an event at Hy-Vee Hall so the location was close and easy to walk to. Decor and cleanliness, as well as the friendly staff were great. They did have a full breakfast with eggs, sausage, oatmeal and waffles which were all nice.
    Mindy
    United States of America
  • From $160.27 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 308 reviews
    The location was great! Within walking distance to the Capitol, shops, restaurants and breweries. Great location to access things around Des Moines. It was nice having the full size refrigerator and kitchen amenities in the room.
    Tessa
    United States of America
  • From $120.96 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 332 reviews
    ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. Awful customer service. Drove home 2 hours after a long day/night at the Iowa State fair due to management being unreasonable and disrespectful to us and other guests.
    Jennifer
    United States of America
  • 5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 3 reviews
    nothing! they cancelled our reservation without notice after we arrived in Des Moines. I had already paid in full, and confirmed the reservation 2 days before I left for Des Moines
    Saralyn
    United States of America
  • From $145.42 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 673 reviews
    Amazing well kept property. Staff was very friendly and breakfast was a generous buffet of a good selection of food. I would stay here again if I come to Des Moines.
    Cynthia Larson
    United States of America
  • From $160.16 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 170 reviews
    The breakfast was good. All options were on offer. The room was well laid out with a decent shower. The room was easy to temperature control, which we appreciated.
    Thomas
    United States of America
  • From $185.47 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 558 reviews
    it’s got wonderful decor. the rooms are well appointed and the shower is fabulous. friendly and helpful staff.
    Nikki
    New Zealand
  • From $78.62 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 498 reviews
    Great hotel, very clean and well kept. Will definitely stay there again on my next trip to Des Moines.
    Sarah
    United States of America
  • From $122.81 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,400 reviews
    The beds were really comfortable and room was large and clean. Breakfast was good as well.
    Nicole
    United States of America
  • From $160.27 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 308 reviews
    Breakfast selection was good, Fruit however was brown. Plenty of room to eat.
    Rick
    United States of America
  • From $84.58 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 255 reviews
    Clean room. Quick and efficient registration. Arrived late but had no issues
    Ron
    Canada
  • From $151.37 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 135 reviews
    Great location to stay after watching the Iowa Cubs
    George
    United States of America
  • From $160.16 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 128 reviews
    Nice location and the room was nice and clean.
    D
    DIVYA
    Canada
  • From $65.69 per night
    4.7
    Scored 4.7
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 393 reviews
    The room was perfect
    Rasmus
    Sweden
  • From $81.47 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 449 reviews
    Room was clean.
    J
    JUSTIN
    United States of America
  • From $188.98 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 239 reviews
    very nice room
    Beth
    United States of America

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