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A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

A bathroom with a round mirror, wooden cabinets, and a towel rack with white towels.

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a mix of brick and stucco exterior.

A reception area with a central counter, two bar stools, and a wall with illuminated panels.

1. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9.5 km from Des Moines MEPS

Barbara

SAR 490

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Wildwood Lodge

10.8 km from Des Moines MEPS

Kristian

SAR 356

SAR 399 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

11.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

Todd

SAR 314

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a small table.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

17.8 km from Des Moines MEPS

Amanda

SAR 246

SAR 275 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

5. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

3.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

Jacklyn J

SAR 367

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

A spacious living area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

4.3 km from Des Moines MEPS

Lisa

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

11.2 km from Des Moines MEPS

Cassandra

SAR 399

SAR 447 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

8. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

10.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

gary

SAR 394

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

Susan

SAR 351

SAR 394 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.

A brick building with outdoor seating and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.

10. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

13 km from Des Moines MEPS

Jesus

SAR 332

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel corridor with a reception desk, a microwave, two chairs, and a TV screen displaying a promotional message.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.

A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola machine.

11. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

13.7 km from Des Moines MEPS

petro

SAR 223

SAR 250 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

12. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

15.4 km from Des Moines MEPS

Mervin

SAR 375

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

12.3 km from Des Moines MEPS

Christopher

SAR 310

SAR 347 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, a round wooden table, and a staircase.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

14. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

9.5 km from Des Moines MEPS

Julie

SAR 443

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a framed picture on the wall, a sink, and a microwave.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with stone and brick facade.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large blue accent wall.

A Hampton Inn Suites hotel with a clear entrance, American flags, and a welcoming sign.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

15.8 km from Des Moines MEPS

Thomas

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

17.2 km from Des Moines MEPS

Jeffrey

SAR 411

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall pattern, a sign indicating it's a Hilton property, and a reception counter.

17. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

8.8 km from Des Moines MEPS

Shauna

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, a large apple-shaped sign, and a kitchen display.

A lobby with a brown sofa, grey armchairs, a small round table, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted lamp.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

15.4 km from Des Moines MEPS

Joshua

SAR 409

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a buffet area with plates, and a view into the dining area.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

19. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

12.1 km from Des Moines MEPS

Nicholas

SAR 301

SAR 337 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.

A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

11 km from Des Moines MEPS

dan

SAR 294

SAR 329 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines MEPS

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	9.4 Exceptional 746 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,213 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,054 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,821 reviews	View
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston	8.8 Excellent 1,916 reviews	View

Top Des Moines MEPS Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

10/10 Excellent

"N/p"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Love that it has an inside pool, hot tub, and laundry!!! The workout room has a good set of weights but needs an elliptical machine and recumbent bike. Hated to hear the hotel sold to lashings and couldn't compete with well known brands. Will stay again."

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

8/10 Good

"It’s my preferred hotel Anytime I visit"

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Facility was clean and staff was friendly. I would have preferred to have coffee in my room rather than walking down from 3rd floor for a cup. Staff was friendly but unavailable at checkout time (About 630AM) So I dropped my key in the can at the desk and left while another guest was impatiently waiting to check out because he needed a receipt. Overall the stay was very good."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

8/10 Good

"Need more waste baskets in room & hooks in bathroom (no way to hang towels). Also, mattress was very soft & AC nest to bed was uncomfortable."

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here with two other families and the house was a perfect home base for the weekend. The kitchen had just about everything we needed, the bedrooms are spacious, and the kids loved the basement as a hang out space. The location is great because it’s not far off the interstate and the house is directly across the street from a huge park. We took the younger kids over to play; nice that it was walkable. Would stay here again!"

Spacious 5BR Retreat w Game Room, Huge Drive & Private Setting

10/10 Excellent

"It was great"

Other attractions near Des Moines MEPS

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

9.4/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Iowa Gold Star Military Museum during your trip to Johnston. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

8.0/10 (11 reviews)

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Johnston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Johnston. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Pole Position Raceway

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Pole Position Raceway during your travels to Grimes. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Oak Grove Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Oak Grove Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Beaver Creek Golf Club

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Grimes at Beaver Creek Golf Club. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Des Moines MEPS?

Des Moines MEPS is located in Johnston. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. You'll find 96 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Des Moines MEPS?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Des Moines MEPS. Other good options within 5 miles include Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston and Sonesta Essential Des Moines.

How many hotels are there close to Des Moines MEPS?

Expedia has 96 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Des Moines MEPS.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Des Moines MEPS, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Des Moines MEPS.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Des Moines MEPS?

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What can I see and do near Des Moines MEPS?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, Cherry Glen Recreation Area, or Oak Grove Recreation Area. Create some family memories at Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Pole Position Raceway. Explore nature at Saylorville Lake and Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area.

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Our top choices for Des Moines MEPS hotels

1. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2. Wildwood Lodge

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

5. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

6. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

11. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

12. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

14. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

15. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

17. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

19. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

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Top Des Moines MEPS Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

Spacious 5BR Retreat w Game Room, Huge Drive & Private Setting

Other attractions near Des Moines MEPS

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Pole Position Raceway

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Beaver Creek Golf Club

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