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A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and windows with a view of greenery.

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

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

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

2.4 km from Des Moines MEPS

Robin

SAR 335

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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

Theresa

SAR 349

SAR 391 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

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.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

11.2 km from Des Moines MEPS

Cassandra

SAR 358

SAR 400 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

A swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

4. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

5 km from Des Moines MEPS

Tyler

SAR 332

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

5. 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

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

10.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

Dennis

SAR 303

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

7. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

15.2 km from Des Moines MEPS

Dennis

SAR 342

SAR 383 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 357

SAR 400 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a blue sofa and chairs, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator, and a colorful carpet.

9. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

13.3 km from Des Moines MEPS

Carlos

SAR 363

SAR 407 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 Hampton Inn hotel with a brick facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a clear entrance.

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

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

10. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

13 km from Des Moines MEPS

Jesus

SAR 332

SAR 372 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a dresser.

11. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

15.4 km from Des Moines MEPS

John Kevin

SAR 376

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items, a toaster, and a coffee station.

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

12. 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

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

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

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

Susan

SAR 352

SAR 394 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

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

14. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

3.9 km from Des Moines MEPS

Jacklyn J

SAR 367

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 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.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.

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

15. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

4.3 km from Des Moines MEPS

Lisa

SAR 380

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

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

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

16. 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.

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

11 km from Des Moines MEPS

Tamara

SAR 278

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

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

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

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

15.4 km from Des Moines MEPS

Joshua

SAR 387

SAR 433 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

19. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

12.4 km from Des Moines MEPS

Kendra

SAR 366

SAR 410 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern bathroom with a white sink, black shelving, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a decorative wall piece.

20. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

16.7 km from Des Moines MEPS

Dinelle

SAR 344

SAR 385 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
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston	9.2 Wonderful 850 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,221 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 106 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,053 reviews	View

Top Des Moines MEPS Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

8/10 Good

"2 of the lights in the room were burned out or didn't work and the remote needed new batteries. I reported these issues to the front desk when I checked out."

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleased all around"

Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Only thing that was slightly disappointing was the low water pressure in the shower."

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The hot tub wasn’t working but over all was a good stay"

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. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

2. Wildwood Lodge

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

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

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

7. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

8. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

9. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

10. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

11. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

14. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

15. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

16. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

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

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

19. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

20. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

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Top Des Moines MEPS Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

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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