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Renaissance Savery Hotel
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401 Locust Street • Des Moines, IA 50309
515-244-2151, 800-798-2151
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the grand Renaissance Savery Hotel is an elegant architectural landmark in downtown Des Moines that is linked by a climate controlled skywalk to the Convention Center, the Iowa Events Center, and Wells Fargo Arena. This non-smoking hotel features a large indoor pool, hot tub and whirlpool, fitness centers, wireless Internet access, 14,300 square feet of function space, Monihan's Speakeasy Lounge, a coffeehouse, and the Iowa Room. more... mapDes Moines Marriott Downtown
700 Grand Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50309
515-245-5500, 800-514-4681
Connected to the Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena via a skywalk, the Des Moines Marriott Downtown in Des Moines' business district is near several shops, entertainment venues, restaurants, golf courses, and the Des Moines International Airport. Guests can enjoy such on site amenities as 25,000 square feet of flexible event space, the Rock River Grill & Tavern, an indoor pool and whirlpool, and a fitness center. mapSuites of 800 Locust Hotel and Spa, The
800 Locust Street • Des Moines, IA 50309
515-288-5800
Situated in downtown Des Moines, the Suites of 800 Locust is a European-style boutique hotel that exudes grace and grandeur. Its 51 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, which include fireplaces or whirlpools, come complete with custom-designed Americanville furniture, pillow-top Simmons Posturepedic mattresses, multiple phones, Aveda bath products, hairdryers, irons, ironing boards, coffee makers, refrigerators, and high-speed Internet access. The Cosmopolitan Lounge offers an extensive martini selection, as well as, wines, imported and domestic beers, and premium liquor. Enjoy the latest fitness equipment and beauty treatments at the Spa.
Bed & Breakfast, Historic Inns & Hotels
Butler House on Grand (circa 1923)
4507 Grand Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50312
515-255-4096
Located directly across from the Des Moines Art Center and Greenwood Park, Butler House on Grand offers a choice of seven guest rooms. All feature private bathrooms, air-conditioning, cable television, and telephones. Enjoy a delicious breakfast in the elegant dining room. more... mapWells Bed & Breakfast
4724 72nd Street • Urbandale, IA 50322
Located 8 Miles Northwest
515-251-4724
This grand Queen Anne Victorian-style estate offers five spacious guest suites with private baths. more... map
Bed & Breakfast Guides and Directories
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is a leading directory of bed and breakfasts, inns, and boutique lodgings throughout Des Moines and neighboring Iowa towns. Shop, compare, and book from their large selection of Des Moines B&B properties with many exclusive deals offered. Gift certificates are also available. BedandBreakfast.com has nearly 7,000 property listings throughout the United States with 50,000 reviews, 80,000 property photos, and interactive maps.
Condos & Vacation Rentals
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HomeAway Vacation Rentals in Des Moines, IA
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Extended Stay
Des Moines, IA Extended Stay & Corporate Housing
CorporateHousing.com is the leading short term lodging source. Choose from hundreds of corporate housing and extended stay in Des Moines, IA. Search options for your temporary lodging needs whether you're looking for corporate housing, short term furnished apartments, condos, or extended stay hotels. Find it on CorporateHousing.com.Candlewood Suites Des Moines
7625 Office Plaza Drive North • Des Moines, IA 50266
Located 12 Miles from Downtown
515-221-0001
One of two Candlewood Suites in Iowa, the pet-friendly Candlewood Suites Des Moines offers suites that come complete with separate sleeping and living areas, fully-equipped kitchens, high-speed Internet access, cable television, and oversized work desks. mapResidence Inn by Marriott
160 South Jordan Creek Parkway • West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-267-0338
The Des Moines West Residence Inn by Marriott at Jordan Creek Town Center is close to the Des Moines International Airport, headquarters of Wells Fargo, and the downtown financial district. Its spacious suites come standard with full kitchens, cable television, Internet access, and separate living and sleeping areas. map
Motels/Hotels
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center
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929 3rd Street • Des Moines, IA 50309
515-282-5251
Adjacent to the Iowa Events Center, the Quality Inn & Suites Event Center in Des Moines is close to such local attractions as the Des Moines Botanical Center, Hoyt Sherman Place, White Water University, Waveland Golf Course, Drake University, Des Moines University, the Science Center of Iowa, Des Moines International Airport, Polk County Convention Complex, and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. On-site amenities of this pet-friendly lodging establishment include the Governors Lodge restaurant and lounge, 11 banquet and meeting rooms, an indoor heated pool, and an exercise room. All guest rooms have hairdryers, coffee makers, cable television, and safes. Some rooms come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, and whirlpool bathtubs. more... map
AmericInn Lodge & Suites 
1610 SE Oralabor Road • Ankeny, IA 50021
515-964-2004, 800-396-5007
AmericInn offers comfortable accommodations that include high-speed Internet access, cable television, a complimentary breakfast and more. There are over 200 properties in 21 states for your convenience. more... map
AmericInn Lodge & Suites 
251 Gateway Circle PO BOX 257 • Grimes, IA 50111
515-986-9900, 800-396-5007
AmericInn offers comfortable accommodations that include high-speed Internet access, cable television, a complimentary breakfast and more. There are over 200 properties in 21 states for your convenience. more... map
AmericInn Lodge & Suites 
420 SW 8th Street • Stuart, IA 50250
515-523-9000, 800-396-5007
AmericInn offers comfortable accommodations that include high-speed Internet access, cable television, a complimentary breakfast and more. There are over 200 properties in 21 states for your convenience. more... mapBavarian Inn
5220 Northeast 14th Street • Des Moines, IA 50313
515-265-5611
The Bavarian Inn offers Old World Germany ambience in Des Moines. On-site amenities include 104 guest accommodations, a year-round heated pool and spa, fitness room, continental breakfast, and 24-hour coffee. Enjoy German and American cuisine at the Bavarian Haus Restaurant or imported beer at the Red Baron Lounge. more... mapBaymont Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
6221 Southwest Army Post Road • Des Moines, IA 50321
515-285-0654
Four meeting rooms, a heated indoor pool, 24-hour front desk assistance, two whirlpools, a fitness center, game room, guest laundry facility, business center, 24-hour coffee in the lobby, and high-speed Internet access are just some of the amenities available at the Baymont Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport. Guest accommodations come standard with hairdryers, coffee makers, cable television, alarm clocks, irons, and ironing boards. mapBaymont Inn and Suites Des Moines
4685 Northeast 14th Street • Des Moines, IA 50313
515-265-4777
Less than six miles from the Iowa State Capital, Des Moines Art Center, downtown, the Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Des Moines Stars Hockey, Adventureland Amusement Park and Prairie Meadows Casino, the Baymont Inn and Suites Des Moines offers its guests a deluxe continental breakfast, an indoor heated pool and whirlpool, a fitness center, high-speed wireless Internet access, and a meeting room. mapBest Western Hotel
1810 Army Post Road • Des Moines, IA 50325
515-287-6464
Close to Drake University, Des Moines Civic Center and Iowa State University, the Best Western Des Moines Airport Hotel offers spacious, well-appointed rooms which come equipped with high-speed Internet access, alarm clocks, cable satellite television, microwaves, refrigerators, coffeemakers, irons, and ironing boards. On-site amenities include airport shuttle service, an indoor swimming pool, a fitness center, meeting facilities, and a continental breakfast. mapChase Suite Hotel by Woodfin - Des Moines
11428 Forest Avenue • Clive, IA 50325
515-223-7700, 888-433-6140
The Chase Suite Hotel is a spacious all-suite hotel. All one or two-bedroom suites come complete with full kitchens, separate living and dining areas, cable television, comfortable beds, luxurious bathrooms, and workspace areas. On-site amenities guests will enjoy include 24-hour front desk assistance, a seasonal heated pool and spa, laundry facility, fitness center, full continental breakfast, shuttle service, meeting facilities, and a clubhouse. mapComfort Inn
5231 Fleur Drive • Des Moines, IA 50321
515-287-3434
Located less than one mile from the Des Moines International Airport and only minutes from downtown Des Moines, the State Capital and the Des Moines Convention Center, this Comfort Inn features an indoor heated pool and hot tub, a deluxe continental breakfast, and 24-hour airport transportation. All guest rooms have data port telephones, irons, ironing boards, cable television, and over-size showers. Executive suites come equipped with refrigerators, microwaves, queen-size sofa sleepers, and coffee makers. mapCountry Inn & Suites by Carlson Des Moines - West
1350 Northwest 118th Street • Clive, IA 50325
515-223-9254, 888-201-1746
The Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Des Moines - West is close to Jordan Creek Mall, Valley West Mall, many restaurants, and such local attractions as the Iowa State Capitol, downtown Des Moines, Iowa Events Center, Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa State Fairgrounds. All well-appointed guest rooms and suites come complete with Serta® Perfect Sleeper pillow top beds, high-speed Internet access, voice mail, cable television, coffee makers, hairdryers, irons, ironing boards, refrigerators, and microwaves. This property features a business center, an indoor swimming pool and whirlpool, a fitness center, and guest laundry facilities. mapCourtyard Des Moines West - Clive
1520 Northwest 114th Street • Clive, IA 50325
515-225-1222, 800-321-2211
This non-smoking Marriott property near Jordan Creek Town Center features a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool and whirlpool, a business center, Internet access, and a hot breakfast buffet. mapDays Inn Des Moines - Merle Hay
4845 Merle Hay Road • Des Moines, IA 50322
515-278-5511
Guests of the Days Inn Des Moines - Merle Hay can enjoy the comfort of guest rooms that come standard with king or queen-size beds, expanded cable television, clock radios, coffee makers, hairdryers, and high-speed wireless Internet access. Derry's Lounge Bar, an indoor pool and whirlpool, and a meeting room are available at this Days Inn. mapEcono Lodge Inn & Suites
4755 Merle Hay Road • Des Moines, IA 50322
515-278-8858
A hotel near Drake University and Merle Hay Mall, with easy access to Interstate 80 and Interstate 35, this pet-friendly Econo Lodge Inn & Suites offers a continental breakfast and wireless high-speed Internet access. Some rooms feature sofa sleepers, coffee makers, desks, irons and ironing boards. Suites with balconies and whirlpool bathtubs are available. more... mapFairfield Inn & Suites Ankeny
215 Northeast Delaware Avenue • Ankeny, IA 50021
Located off of I-35
515-965-8400, 800-228-2800
Fairfield Inn & Suites Ankeny is a non-smoking lodging establishment just minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center, two golf courses, Iowa State University, and the Des Moines International Airport. Rooms of this Fairfield Inn & Suites come complete with comfortable bedding, well-lit work desks, high-speed Internet access, microwaves, mini-fridges, spacious bathrooms, coffeemakers, hairdryers, irons, and ironing boards. mapHampton Inn Des Moines Airport
5001 Fleur Drive • Des Moines, IA 50321
515-287-7300
Located directly across from the Des Moines International Airport and less than four miles from downtown Des Moines, the Hampton Inn Des Moines Airport offers wireless high-speed Internet access, 24-hour shuttle service, a fitness center, an outdoor pool, 24-hour coffee in the lobby, a business center, meeting room, dry cleaning service, and a hot breakfast buffet. more... mapHampton Inn Des Moines West
7060 Lake Drive • Des Moines, IA 50266
515-223-4700
A lodging establishment near Jordan Creek Mall, Hampton Inn Des Moines West is a recipient of Hampton's Lighthouse Award that features a hot breakfast buffet, fitness center, an indoor heated pool and whirlpool, a 24-hour business center, laundry facility, and wireless high-speed Internet access. more...Heartland Inn
201 Southeast Delaware Avenue • Ankeny, IA 50021
515-964-8202
Heartland Inn in Ankeny has 58 smoke-free guest rooms which include king or queen-size Serta pillow-top beds, high-speed wireless Internet access, coffeemakers, and hairdryers. more... mapHeartland Inn
11414 Forest Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50325
515-226-0414, 800-334-3277 (Code 16)
Near Jordan Creek Mall, Valley West Mall, Living History Farms, Iowa State Fairgrounds, downtown Des Moines and the Des Moines International Airport, the Heartland Inn Des Moines Hotel West offers 85 smoke-free guest rooms that come complete with king or queen-size Serta pillow-top beds, high-speed wireless Internet access, coffeemakers, and hairdryers. mapHeartland Inn
1901 Hackley Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50315
515-256-0603, 800-334-3277 (Code 28)
Located just off Fleur Drive, across from the Des Moines International Airport, the Heartland Inn Des Moines Airport Hotel offers its guests airport transportation, 133 smoke-free guest rooms, an indoor pool, exercise room, 24-hour coffee in the lobby, and wireless Internet access. mapHeartland Inn - Altoona
300 34th Avenue Northwest • Altoona, IA 50009
515-967-2400
Adjacent to Adventureland Park and Prairie Meadows Casino, off Interstate 80, the smoke-free Heartland Inn in Altoona has 86 guest rooms. All come equipped with king or queen-size Serta pillow-top beds, high-speed wireless Internet access, coffeemakers, and hairdryers. Guests can enjoy such on-site amenities as an indoor pool and whirlpool, a breakfast room, shuttle service to Prairie Meadows Casino, a manger's social on Wednesday nights, and 24-hour coffee in the lobby. more... mapHilton Garden Inn West Des Moines
205 South 64th Street • West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-223-0571
Within walking distance of Jordan Creek Mall, the Hilton Garden Inn West Des Moines is just 20 minutes from downtown. 3,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, the Great American Grill® Restaurant, Pavilion Pantry®, a 24-hour business center, an indoor pool and whirlpool, and a fitness center are all available for guests to enjoy. more... mapHoliday Inn Des Moines Airport - Conference Center
6111 Fleur Drive • Des Moines, IA 50321
515-287-2400, 800-448-2296
A full-service, award-winning hotel adjacent to the Des Moines Airport, the Des Moines Airport Holiday Inn features an indoor pool and whirlpool, a 24-hour workout center, guest self-laundry facilities, a game room, convention facilities, 24-hour airport shuttle service, and high-speed wireless Internet access. mapHoliday Inn Downtown - Mercy Campus
1050 6th Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50314
515-283-0151, 800-448-2296
Perfect for leisure or business travelers, the Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Campus is close to Wells Fargo Arena, the Polk County Convention Complex, Des Moines Civic Center, Iowa State Fairgrounds, State Capitol Building, Mercy Hospital, Prairie Meadows Race Track and Casino, Adventureland Park, Blank Park Zoo, and Jordan Creek Town Center. An indoor pool, Genevieve's Restaurant, Maroney's Lounge, a fitness center, and a business center can be found on the premises. Airports shuttle service is available. mapHoliday Inn Express at Drake University
1140 24th Street • Des Moines, IA 50311
Located on the Drake University Campus
515-255-4000, 800-448-2296
The 100% smoke-free Holiday Inn Express at Drake University is close to the Knapp Center, Varsity Movie Theatre, Drake Diner, and Drake Stadium. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. mapHoliday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest
4800 Merle Hay Road • Des Moines, IA 50322
515-278-4755
The Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest's guest accommodations feature hairdryers, coffee makers, cable television, and high-speed wireless Internet access. This property has an indoor pool, guest self-laundry facilities, a business center, Bennigan's Irish American Grill & Tavern, and a fitness center. mapLa Quinta Inn Des Moines West Clive
1390 Northwest 118th Street • Des Moines, IA 50325
515-221-9200
Near numerous restaurants, shops and entertainment venues, including the Living History Museum, Des Moines Botanical Center, Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano, Salisbury House, Wells Fargo Arena, Cracker Barrel and Jordan Creek Town Center, the four-story La Quinta Inn Des Moines offers 24-hour front desk assistance, a fitness center, guest laundry facilities, an indoor swimming pool, and a continental breakfast. mapQuality Inn & Suites
4995 Northwest Merle Hay Road • Des Moines, IA 50322
515-278-2381
A two-story, Colonial-style Des hotel near Prairie Meadows, Jordan Creek Town Center, Drake University and Adventureland Park, this Quality Inn & Suites offers guest rooms that come complete with irons, ironing boards and cable television. King suites have microwaves, refrigerators and coffee makers. Guest laundry facilities, two meeting rooms, an indoor heated pool, and an exercise room can be found at this property. mapRadisson Hotel Des Moines Airport
6800 Fleur Drive • Des Moines, IA 50321
515-285-7777, 888-201-1718
All of the spacious guest rooms and suites at the Radisson Hotel Des Moines Airport include high-speed Internet access, two-line speaker phones, safes, coffeemakers, hairdryers, irons, and ironing boards. The luxurious whirlpool suites also have fireplaces. Perfect for business or pleasure travelers, the Radisson Hotel Des Moines Airport offers conference facilities, a 24-hour business center, airport shuttle transportation, a heated indoor swimming pool and spa, Johnny's Restaurant, and a fitness center. mapRamada Des Moines West - Clive
1600 Northwest 114th Street • Des Moines, IA 50325
515-226-1600
Ramada Des Moines West - Clive is conveniently located near Blank Park Zoo, the Capitol Gateway Ice Pavilion, Living History Farms, Valley West Mall, Jordan Creek Mall, the Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Des Moines, Hoyt Sherman Theatre, Drake University, downtown Des Moines, the Wells Fargo Sports Arena, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, Vets Memorial Auditorium, and the State Capital. On-site amenities include a heated outdoor pool, business center, and a continental breakfast. mapRed Roof Inn & Suites
4950 Northeast 14th Street • Des Moines, IA 50313
515-266-6800
This Red Roof Inn & Suites is located less than 11 miles from the Des Moines International Airport, Blank Park Zoo, State Capitol, Polk County Convention Complex, Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino, and Adventureland Park. mapSpringHill Suites Des Moines West
1236 Jordan Creek Parkway • West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-223-9005
An all-suite, non-smoking Marriott hotel in West Des Moines, SpringHill Suites Des Moines West's guest suites come complete with separate sleeping and living areas, microwaves, mini-fridges, high-speed Internet, 32" LG flat panel televisions, and large work areas. This property has an indoor pool and whirlpool and a fitness center for guests to enjoy. mapStaybridge Suites
6905 Lake Drive • West Des Moines, IA 50266
515-223-0000
An all-suite property with 24-hour fitness room and hot tub. A great, hot breakfast is offered and sundowner Tuesday through Thursday serving a light dinner and drinks. They also offer laundry service. more...Super 8 Motel of Des Moines Airport
1921 Hackley Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50315
515-285-5180
Located less than one mile from the Des Moines International Airport, this Super 8 Motel offers high-speed wireless Internet, airport shuttle transportation, and the Superstart Breakfast. The Super 8 Motel of Des Moines Airport is also within close proximity to Wells Fargo Arena, Terrace Hill Governors Mansion, Southridge Mall, Blank Park Zoo, and the Des Moines Art Center. This property has an indoor pool and an exercise facility. mapWest Des Moines Marriott
1250 Jordan Creek Parkway • West Des Moines, IA 50266
Located 8 Miles From Downtown
515-267-1500
Just one mile from the Jordan Creek Town Center, the non-smoking West Des Moines Marriott hotel in West Des Moines offers 219 rooms & 38 suites that complete with high-speed Internet access, irons, ironing boards, hairdryers, coffee makers, and 37" flat-screen televisions. CK's Steakhouse, 14,000 square feet of flexible event space, Fountains Lounge, an indoor pool and whirlpool, and a fitness center can be found at this Marriott property. map
R.V. Parks & Camping
Acorn Valley at Saylorville Lake
5600 Northwest 78th Avenue • Johnston, IA 50131
Located on the West Side of Saylorville Lake
515-276-0429
Open May through September, Acorn Valley features 29 campsites with electricity, 65 walk-in tent sites without electricity, playgrounds, hiking trails, and a small pond. mapBob Shetler Campground
5600 Northwest 78th Avenue • Johnston, IA 50131
Located Below the Saylorville Lake Dam
515-276-0873
Open May through September, the Bob Shetler Campground features 69 campsites with electric hookup. mapCherry Glen Campground
5600 Northwest 78th Avenue • Johnston, IA 50131
515-964-8792
Located on the east side of Saylorville Lake, Cherry Glen Campground is open April through October. It features 127 campsites with electric hookup, two boat ramps, and playgrounds. more... mapIowa State Fair Campground
East 30th Street and East University Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50317
Located off I-80 and I-35
515-262-3111 (Extension 284)
Part of the Iowa State Fairgrounds' complex of permanent buildings and exhibit facilities, the State Fair Campgrounds in Des Moines features more than 1,800 sites with water and electrical hookups, hundreds more without and almost 600 sites with sewers; three large bathhouses with showers, toilets and sinks, and three dumping stations. The State Fair Campgrounds are open mid-April to mid-July and from September to mid-October for non-fair camping. more... mapJester Park
11407 Northwest 118th Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50109
Granger
515-323-5366
The 1,834-acre Jester Park is situated on the western shore of Saylorville Lake. Guests enjoy such seasonal activities as camping, picnicking, and golfing. More than 252 campsites along the lakeshore and across the wooded hills overlooking Saylorville Lake are available. These include 52 electric sites, 205 non-electric sites, and 18 equestrian campsites. Five picnic shelters, more than 8 miles of trails, an 18-hole championship course, a playground, and a nine-hole course can also be found at Jester Park.Prairie Flower Recreation Area
5600 Northwest 78th Avenue • Johnston, IA 50131
515-984-6925
Open from May through December, Prairie Flower offers 154 sites. mapTimberline Campground
31635 Ashworth Road • Waukee, IA 50263
515-987-1714
Situated just a few miles west of West Des Moines, less than two miles from Interstate 80, Timberline Campground "provides country camping with city convenience." On-site amenities include a store, rental cabins, a heated swimming pool, picnic area, restrooms, hiking trails, a playground, rec hall, wash barn, basketball court, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, propane, a dump station, laundry room, and wireless Internet access. more... map
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