Des Moines, IA Hostels from SAR 268

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1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

Abdifatah

SAR 272 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Des Moines

Christopher

SAR 524 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

Cassandra

SAR 389 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

4. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

West Des Moines

Robert

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

Clive

Darla

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

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

Clive

Dennis

SAR 337 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

7. Des Lux Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

Bobbi

SAR 677 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a floral mural.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

West Des Moines

Amy

SAR 271 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern facade, stone exterior, and illuminated signage.

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

West Des Moines

Susan

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

10. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

West Des Moines

Dorenda

SAR 389 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines

Ana

SAR 389 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern lounge area with a wooden table, bar stools, and seating.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

Robin

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

Daisy

SAR 268 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a distinctive ceiling design.

14. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

Brent

SAR 575 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

15. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

Wayne

SAR 340 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

16. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

West Des Moines

Kelly

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

Breanna

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern building with a sign that reads 'Staybridge Suites.' It features a mix of glass and brick facades, large windows, and a flat roof.

18. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

Emily

SAR 462 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

19. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Johnston

Jacklyn J

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A multi-level indoor atrium with a central pool, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.

20. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Greater South Side

sandeep

SAR 479 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8/10 Good

"Hotel breakfast was amazing. Our first room the sheets had a hard type crest on them. Maybe burned sheets. We called and they changed our room. Which was better. The 7th floor did smell though."

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Des Moines?

You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Des Moines accommodations, which get good reviews from our guests: Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Wildwood Lodge - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Sonesta Essential Des Moines - Property features at this hotel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Des Lux Hotel - Property features at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free parking, and an indoor pool.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Des Moines?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Des Moines are January, February, November, and March, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do in Des Moines?

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near Des Moines. Get out into nature with places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Gray's Lake Park. Cultural attractions include World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Wooly's, and Science Center of Iowa. Visit landmarks like Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Walnut Street Bridge.

What's the best way to get to and around Des Moines while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Des Moines in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) away.

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Recommended hotels in Des Moines

1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

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