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Featuring a heated indoor pool, hot tub, and dry sauna, this hotel is located just off Highway 5 and 16 km from downtown Des Moines. Free WiFi, parking, and airport shuttle service are provided.

The Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport offers decorative rooms with a satellite TV, a microwave, a refrigerator and a coffee maker. A work desk and ironing facilities are included.

Great pool with warm water, jacuzzi and sauna, large fitness room and guests laundry, very good breakfast with scrambled eggs and bacon. Ourvroom was tidied and towels changed after just one night and even without request, well done!

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8.9
Fabulous
1,398 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Located in Des Moines and with Wells Fargo Arena reachable within 3.6 km, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University provides a fitness centre, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. The hotel features family rooms.

I liked that I was on the same level as my parents. The rooms were clean and spacious. The cleaning crew was friendly.

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8.9
Fabulous
252 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport is set in Des Moines, 8.8 km from Science Center of Iowa and 10 km from Wells Fargo Arena. The property is located 10 km from Iowa Events Center, 10 km from Hy-Vee Hall and 11 km from Iowa State Capitol Building. The hotel has a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property.

The size of the room And the comfortable bed.

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8.9
Fabulous
181 reviews
Price from
£114
per night

Situated in Des Moines, 400 metres from Wells Fargo Arena, Hilton Des Moines Downtown features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers free shuttle service and room service. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Room got too hot and AC unit was noisy and couldn’t be turned off. The parking was confusing. Was the 18 included or not? Was there more parking than in the small little lot? It took me a long time to figure out how to exit the parking lot, and I am a professor!

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8.5
Very good
238 reviews
Price from
£138
per night

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown is located in Des Moines, 700 metres from Hy-Vee Hall and 800 metres from Iowa Events Center. This 4-star hotel offers a heated indoor pool, free WiFi and complimentary breakfast served daily.

From the moment we walked through the doors, we received a marvellous greeting and service from receptionist Michelle Moreno. Nothing was to difficult, Michelle went out of her way in every aspect. Room was spacious, fantastic comfortable bed with amazing pillows. Very nice Dove products used within the bathroom area. Really comfortable room. Really enjoyed the leisure centre, Pool and Spa clean and relaxing with great opening times.

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8.7
Fabulous
308 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

Featuring a spa and wellness centre, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel is located in Des Moines in the Iowa region, less than 1 km from Science Center of Iowa and 2 km from Wells Fargo Arena. The property is situated 2.6 km from Iowa Events Center, 2 km from Hy-Vee Hall and 3.6 km from Iowa State Capitol Building. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, an ATM and free WiFi throughout the property.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel offers 2-star accommodation with an indoor pool, fitness centre and hot tub.

spacious and clean rooms, friendly staff, good breakfast.

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8.6
Fabulous
127 reviews
Price from
£138
per night

Located in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, this hotel features an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Free WiFi access is available, and the Wells Fargo Arena can be reached in 2 minutes’ drive.

A 40-inch flat-screen cable TV is provided in every room at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown, along with a microwave, fridge, and coffeemaker. The private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Extras include a desk and ironing facilities.

Largest room I've ever stayed in

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8.1
Very good
135 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

Situated right across the street from Wells Fargo Arena, Hy-Vee Hall and Community Choice Credit Union Veterans Memorial Auditorium, this hotel is located at Interstate 235 and features complimentary hot breakfast buffet and free parking.

A very good breakfast. Lots of choices and tasty!

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8.1
Very good
672 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

Less than a mile from the international airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites offers modern accommodation a 20-minute drive from central Des Moines. It provides a shuttle and an indoor pool with hot tub.

Rooms at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport are decorated with vibrant colours and rich linens. They are all equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and a spacious work desk with ergonomic chair.

Excellent location. Clean and quiet.

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8.6
Fabulous
114 reviews
Price from
£118
per night

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.

Guests can work out at the 24-hour fitness centre, or relax in the indoor pool. A full-service business centre is also provided.

Didn't eat breakfast. location was perfect

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8.6
Fabulous
128 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

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  • Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,398 reviews

    Featuring a heated indoor pool, hot tub, and dry sauna, this hotel is located just off Highway 5 and 16 km from downtown Des Moines. Free WiFi, parking, and airport shuttle service are provided.

    Breakfast, clean rooms, comfortable beds, easy parking

  • Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 253 reviews

    Located in Des Moines and with Wells Fargo Arena reachable within 3.6 km, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University provides a fitness centre, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the...

    Conveniently located. Beautiful view of Drake university

  • Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 181 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, Homewood Suites Des Moines Airport is set in Des Moines, 8.8 km from Science Center of Iowa and 10 km from Wells Fargo Arena.

    Very clean and spacious rooms - bed was comfortable

  • Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 308 reviews

    Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown is located in Des Moines, 700 metres from Hy-Vee Hall and 800 metres from Iowa Events Center.

    Best service, great people they made the difference

  • Holiday Inn Express and Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 127 reviews

    Featuring a spa and wellness centre, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel is located in Des Moines in the Iowa region, less than 1 km from Science Center of Iowa and 2 km...

    great location & very comfortable bed & hot breakfast

  • Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 135 reviews

    Located in the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, this hotel features an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Free WiFi access is available, and the Wells Fargo Arena can be reached in 2 minutes’ drive.

    Great location to stay after watching the Iowa Cubs

  • Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 673 reviews

    Situated right across the street from Wells Fargo Arena, Hy-Vee Hall and Community Choice Credit Union Veterans Memorial Auditorium, this hotel is located at Interstate 235 and features complimentary...

    Great location, great room and super friendly staff

  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 115 reviews

    Less than a mile from the international airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites offers modern accommodation a 20-minute drive from central Des Moines. It provides a shuttle and an indoor pool with hot tub.

    The hotel was very accommodating, spacious and clean.

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  • Quality Inn
    Budget options available
    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

  • AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 460 reviews

    Adjacent to the Des Moines International Airport, this hotel serves a daily hot breakfast with waffles, fresh fruit, eggs, and pastries.

    Comfortable, has a shuttle, and is close to airport.

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

    Less than 1.6 km 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

  • 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 transfers.

    It was near airport all the accomadations where fine

  • Hilton Des Moines Downtown
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 239 reviews

    Situated in Des Moines, 400 metres from Wells Fargo Arena, Hilton Des Moines Downtown features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    beautiful property good location, staff were amazing.

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  • Des Moines Marriott Downtown
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 7 km from the Des Moines International Airport.

    convenient location, spacious room, friendly staffs.

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

    Overlooking the Des Moines River and situated in the heart of the city centre, 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!

  • 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 central Des Moines, Iowa offers free shuttle service to the airport and local area attractions.

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

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

    Des Moines International Airport is just 2 km 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.

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