Places to stay in Des Moines, Iowa

We currently have 51 accommodations in and around Des Moines. There are also other regional listings available for Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels, Campgrounds and other properties. You can filter these listings by the available types.

Greater Des Moines boasts a vibrant arts scene and a collection of cultural events that invite you to explore their creative side. Cultural expression and a commitment to the arts remains an imporatant part of the city's vibrancy. With so many ways to enjoy the arts, you might want to stay an extra day or two! Local restaurants include Buzzard Billy's, Lola's Fine Kitchen, Northern Lights Pizza, and Taco John's.

If you are travelling in the area, Des Moines is located close to Mission Temple, Heartland Inn Altoona, Hyperion Country Club, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and Point of Grace Church.

The center of Des Moines ( which is at is longitude -93°37'15.6 and latitude 41°35'53.52 ) is located 5 miles away from West Des Moines, 6 miles away from Urbandale, 6 miles away from Clive and 6 miles away from Pleasant Hill.

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The Holiday Inn Des Moines DTWN - Mercy Area

7 OUT OF 10 Clean rooms, great staff, helpful. Shuttle was nice if you flew in but getting around town the shuttle was pretty worthless because they would only go 3 miles from the hotel and everything was 4+ miles away. Food at the restaurant was ok, nothing spectacular. They have a pool and game room which is .....
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The La Quinta Inn & Suites

9 OUT OF 10 Overall I enjoyed staying at the Bayonet. The room was truly a smoke free room and was very clean. The front desk staff was very nice and accommodating. The Breakfast buffet was good. I really enjoyed having the fresh waffles as opposed to the toaster waffles. I would suggest having a bigger .....
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The Quality Inn

At Quality Inn & Suites® Des Moines Airport, we’ve coupled affordable accommodations with value-added amenities. Thoughtful extras such as a free hot breakfast, free WiFi, a relaxing indoor pool, free 24-hour airport transportation and free 24-hour coffee help save you money so you can focus .....

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The Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Daily Mandatory Charge will be added to the room rate and includes: IEC Facility Fee. Welcome to Hilton Des Moines Downtown, a bright and modern hotel in step with the tech-centric area. Part of the Des Moines Skywalk system, the hotel is connected to the Iowa Events Center - perfect for convention .....

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The Home2 Suites

We are conveniently located off I-235, on the edge of Drake University campus, conveniently less than three miles from downtown Des Moines, and about five miles from the Airport. Check out the local Mars Café, Drake Diner, and Woody’s Smoke Shack for a taste of Des Moines. Enjoy a swim in our .....

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The Quality Inn

Our goal at Quality Inn & Suites® is to provide guests with friendly, dependable service coupled with affordable accommodations. When you stay with us, you can expect value-added amenities like free hot breakfast, free coffee, free parking, free weekday newspapers and guest laundry services to .....

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The Baymont by Wyndham

Enjoy the hometown hospitality at this Baymont Inn and Suites Des Moines Airport, minutes from Des Moines International Airport and close to major interstates, Willow Creek Golf Course, Drake University and downtown Des Moines. Smoking is not allowed at this lodging, which offers complimentary .....

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The Econo Lodge

Hotel has a 100% smoke free environment. Experience the Econo Lodge Inn and Suites, Des Moines newest hotel located adjacent to the Iowa State Fairgrounds and only minutes from downtown Des Moines and the Iowa Event and Hy-Vee Center. All rooms have coffee makers, hair dryers, 27 inch TV and clock .....

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Chicago Speakeasy

Splash Seafood Bar And Grill ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 303 Locust Street. The best place in Des Moines to enjoy fresh fish, oysters, and hand cut steaks all in a fun and vibrant surrounding. Stop in to the Oyster bar for some of the freshest original menu items or our famous clam chowder. The oyster bar has a nice casual feel and is open for lunch and dinner. www.splash-seafood.com Link

Latin King Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 2200 Hubbell Avenue. Tursi's Latin King Italian Restaurant has been a hallmark of quality traditional Italian dining in Des Moines for over 50 years. www.tursislatinking.com Link

Chicago Speakeasy ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 1520 Euclid Avenue. For over 32 years, locally owned Chicago Speakeasy has been serving succulent prime rib, hand cut steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, ribs, chops and sandwiches. With our famous salad bar featuring over 50 homemade items, there is definitely something for everyone! Our cozy and casual atmosphere combined with our legendary food and service makes the Speakeasy a place that you will bring your friends and family again and again! www.chicagospeakeasyrestaurant.com Link

801 Steak & Chop House ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 801 Grand Avenue. With over 25 years of experience, we have perfected the art of private dining to meet your specific needs. Matched with an elegant atmosphere and impeccable service, we guarantee an event to remember. 801chophouse.com Link

Baratta's Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 2320 South Union Street. With two locations and our catering service, Baratta's is always an option for lunch, dinner, or that special event. Baratta's is committed to serving only the best in Italian and American cuisine. Our food is made daily from fresh ingredients, which is no small task because we have a huge menu offering our customers a wide variety of tempting dishes. Baratta's staff is busy creating fresh and delicious meals for the neighborhood and city we love. www.barattas.com Link

Los Laureles ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 1518 East Grand Avenue. Like vintage wine, Los Laureles Lodge gets better with time. Rich in legend and history, the Lodge and Restaurant reflect the colorful influence of Spanish conquistadors, tribal Indians, and a flavorful mixture of bandits, cowboys and socialites. Los Laureles Lodge is Carmel Valley's original hotel and hunting lodge. The Pacific Improvement Company acquired the lodge in 1915. During the ownership of the Pacific Improvement Company many visiting dignitaries from other countries, as well as our country, where the guests of the Del Monte Hotel were transported by tallyho coaches when there was little or no sun along the coast. loslaureles.com Link

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