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These are the best prices for Oct 9 - 10.
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
8.9Very good(1817)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪323+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Bedroom
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Bedroom
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
7.8Good(1556)
Airport shuttle
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪259+
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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr - Des Moines - Pool
Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr - Des Moines - Pool
Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr
Des Moines, IA, United States
5.2Fair(921)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪278+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines - Des Moines - Patio
Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines - Des Moines - Patio
Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines
Des Moines, IA, United States
3.3Poor(888)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪215+
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown By IHG - Des Moines - Lobby
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown By IHG - Des Moines - Lobby
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown By IHG
East Village
8.7Very good(636)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪499+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown - Des Moines - Building
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown - Des Moines - Building
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
East Village
7.7Good(750)
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪533+
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Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown - Des Moines - Building
Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown - Des Moines - Building
Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown
Downtown
7.4Good(679)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪434+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown - Des Moines - Lounge
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown - Des Moines - Lounge
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown
8.5Very good(373)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪464+
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Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road - Des Moines - Pool
Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road - Des Moines - Pool
Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, IA, United States
7.3Good(314)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪306+
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Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG - Des Moines - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG - Des Moines - Restaurant
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG
Des Moines, IA, United States
8.1Very good(324)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₪458+
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Cheap hotels in Des Moines

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area - Des Moines - Bedroom
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.3Okay(753)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪227+
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Cozy Rest Motel - Des Moines - Bedroom
Cozy Rest Motel
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.8Okay(79)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪255+
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Quality Inn - Des Moines - Lobby
Quality Inn
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.8Okay(667)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪273+
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Sonesta Essential Des Moines - Des Moines - Restaurant
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.9Okay(319)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪300+
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Cozy Room with Easy Access to Downtown | Free Onsite Parking - Des Moines - Restaurant
Cozy Room with Easy Access to Downtown | Free Onsite Parking
Des Moines, IA, United States
8.0Very good(2)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪326+
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Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport - Des Moines - Bedroom
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
7.8Good(274)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₪408+
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Hotel deals for next week

Some of KAYAK users’ favorite hotels with availability next week Oct 9 - 10.
Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG - Des Moines - Bar
Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest By IHG
Des Moines, IA, United States
7.1Good(308)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪349+
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown - Des Moines - Lounge
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown
8.6Very good(366)
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪609+
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Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel - Des Moines - Living room
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Downtown
8.3Very good(460)
Airport shuttle
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪583+
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North - Des Moines - Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North
Des Moines, IA, United States
3.3Poor(992)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air Conditioning
₪238+
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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Bedroom
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.9Okay(852)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪246+
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Holiday Inn Des Moines Dtwn - Mercy Area By IHG - Des Moines - Pool
Holiday Inn Des Moines Dtwn - Mercy Area By IHG
Des Moines, IA, United States
6.5Okay(564)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₪498+
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Top-rated hotels

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Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Building
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
9.2Wonderful(156)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₪518+
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Des Lux Hotel - Des Moines - Lounge
Des Lux Hotel
Downtown
9.2Wonderful(98)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪685+
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton - Des Moines - Restaurant
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown
9.1Wonderful(420)
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
₪545+
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Home2 Suites Des Moines at Drake University - Des Moines - Restaurant
Home2 Suites Des Moines at Drake University
Des Moines, IA, United States
9.0Wonderful(272)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪464+
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Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection - Des Moines - Lounge
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Downtown
9.0Wonderful(169)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air Conditioning
₪709+
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport - Des Moines - Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Des Moines, IA, United States
8.9Very good(1817)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
₪323+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Des Moines

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Des Moines with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in Des Moines?

Hotels are cheapest in Des Moines in December, with average rates of ₪353/night. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at ₪549/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in Des Moines?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Des Moines, with an average nightly price of ₪388/night. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at ₪481/night.

How much is a hotel in Des Moines for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Des Moines found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was ₪211, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was ₪556. The cheapest room found overall was for ₪225.

How much is a hotel in Des Moines for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Des Moines for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for ₪278 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as ₪323 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from ₪434 per night.

How early should you book a accommodation in Des Moines?

Book at least 69 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Des Moines accommodation.

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How much is a Des Moines hotel?

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Good to know

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High season

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Average price (weekend night)

December
July
₪440
₪455
Cheapest month to stay with an average 16% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Des Moines hotel deals

  • For visitors who want to spend time at the Iowa State Fairground, either to see the livestock sales, flea markets or various other shows such as trade or antique shows, that come to the fairground throughout the year, think about staying at the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairground. This 2-star hotel is located next to the fairground and the surrounding area has a range of restaurants and bars. Ensure you check the program for the Iowa State Fairground beforehand to see what’s on.
  • For golfers visiting Des Moines, why not stay in the Holiday Inn Express Des Moines at Drake University? This 2-star hotel is a 6-minute drive from the Waveland Golf Course, which is an 18-hole course established in 1901. The course is the oldest municipal course west of the Mississippi River. The golf course has a Pro Shop at the club house in case you need to stock up on tees or golf balls.
  • If you want to stay in Downtown Des Moines to be in amongst the hustle and bustle of the city, you could stay at the 3-star Hyatt Palace Des Moines/Downtown, which is near various restaurants, shops and the Downtown Farmers’ Market of Des Moines. This area also boasts live music acts and shows, especially during the summer months.
  • Wanting to explore the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and visit the gardens afterwards? Consider booking the Embassy Suites Hilton Des Moines, located on the bank of the Des Moines River. This 3-star hotel is a 1-minute drive away from the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates – a museum dedicated to a Nobel Peace Prize winner who was renowned for creating food programs to eliminate hunger.
  • If you want to explore the historical background of Des Moines, you could stay in the East Village, which is home to the Iowa State Capital Building and the State of Iowa Historical Museum. The 3-star AC Hotel Des Moines East Village is located within the East Village and from here you can wander around the area and take a look at some of the listed buildings.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Des Moines

  • Which hotels in Des Moines have indoor swimming pools?

    The Hilton Des Moines Downtown provides an indoor swimming pool for guests as well as a business center for guest use. Another option with an indoor swimming pool is the 2-star Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport, which is less than a mile away from the airport.

  • Which hotels in Des Moines provide airport shuttles?

    The Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport hotel is a 3-star hotel under 10 miles away from the center of Des Moines which offers a free airport shuttle for the 2 miles journey to the hotel. Another option closer to the center of Des Moines, with a view of the river, is the Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center.

  • Which hotels in Des Moines are located near the Science Center of Iowa?

    The 4-star Des Moines Marriott Downtown is situated a 4-minute drive away from the Science Center of Iowa and Blank IMAX Dome Theater. A 3-star option is the Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown, which is just 3 minutes away by car.

  • Which hotels in Des Moines have breakfast included in the price?

    The 4-star Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, which is located under a mile away from the Iowa State Capitol Building, offers a complimentary continental style breakfast on a daily basis. Another hotel that includes breakfast is the 3-star Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Airport, which is located a 15-minute drive from the center.

  • How do I find a hotel in central Des Moines?

    After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighborhood, which allows you to pick the central Des Moines districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Des Moines city center.

  • How can I find hotels near me?

    Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.

  • Are there Des Moines hotels with free parking?

    There are many hotels in Des Moines that offer both parking and free parking. Popular choices among KAYAK users include Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr, Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road and Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center By IHG.

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