Top Hotels in Des Moines

Explore curated hotels across global travel destinations on Destinations.ai. This directory index focuses on Accommodations ranging from boutique city center hotels to luxury properties with full amenities. Each profile delivers verified operational information, address coordinates, expected price levels, and practical visitor tips to help travelers navigate the area efficiently. Whether you are building a full-day neighborhood itinerary or looking for a trusted local spot near your hotel, our guides filter out unverified listings so you can plan with reliable, fact-checked details.

21 Listed places

4.2 average across 21 rated listings

Urbandale • Clive

Upscale accommodation with date-dependent nightly rates; dining and parking cost extra. – Upscale nightly rates vary by date and room category; dining and parking cost extra.

Popular Neighborhoods:

Urbandale Clive

#19 4.5 (296) Hotels

Surety Hotel

Famous for: Restoring Des Moines’ 1913 Hippee Building into a boutique hotel with distinctive rooms and Mulberry Street Tavern.

Stay at Surety Hotel in downtown Des Moines: a restored 1913 tower with stylish rooms, Mulberry Street Tavern, and easy access to…

Architecture enthusiasts Downtown business travelers Couples on city breaks

#20 4.5 (371) Hotels

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Famous for: Upscale stays near Jordan Creek Town Center with Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse and an indoor swimming pool.

Stay at The Rewind in West Des Moines for Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse, an indoor pool, and easy access to Jordan Creek shopping…

Business travelers Shopping weekenders Families with children

#21 4.5 (1,104) Hotels

Wildwood Lodge Clive

Clive

Famous for: Northwoods-themed lodging with poolside rooms, family bunk-bed suites, an indoor pool and spa, and complimentary hot breakfast.

Stay at Wildwood Lodge Clive for poolside rooms, bunk-bed suites, an indoor pool and spa, and included hot breakfast near Des Moines,…

Families with children Interstate road-trippers Western Des Moines business travelers

Planning guide

The Insider's Guide to Hotels in Des Moines

Des Moines, Iowa, has 21 verified hotel listings with an average directory rating of 4.2 out of 5. The six representative properties score between 4.5 and 4.8, offering distinct starting points for business trips, family stays and city weekends. Kasa Downtown Des Moines leads this selection at 4.8 from 127 reviews; its recorded traveler fit includes convention attendees and families needing separate bedrooms. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown also caters to extended-stay and self-catering travelers. For architecture-focused stays, Hotel Fort Des Moines and Surety Hotel are recorded matches, while Des Lux Hotel suits performing arts weekenders and couples seeking fireplace suites. Beyond downtown, Urbandale and Clive are key recorded neighborhoods. Urbandale’s Revel Hotel is particularly relevant to road-trip couples and business travelers with cars. With a destination walkability score of 45/100, check each address against your itinerary rather than assuming walking will cover every journey. Upscale nightly rates depend on dates and room category; budget separately for dining and parking.

The Des Moines Hotels Scene

Use these notes to plan your visits to hotels in Des Moines, and confirm current details with each venue.

Key Neighborhoods & Quarters

Urbandale: Revel Hotel at 11211 Hickman Rd is a recorded fit for road-trip couples, business travelers with cars and families visiting Living History Farms.
Clive: A key recorded hotel neighborhood; no representative property details are supplied here, so check individual listings before choosing a base.
Downtown Des Moines: Compare Kasa and Staybridge Suites for extended-stay needs, or Hotel Fort Des Moines and Surety Hotel for architecture-focused stays.

Essential Tips for Travelers

Practical advice on etiquette, timing, and savings for hotels in Des Moines.

Match the Room

Before reserving, confirm the room category meets your needs for separate bedrooms, two-queen rooms or a fireplace suite.

Check Your Route

With a destination walkability score of 45/100, check routes and transport options between your hotel and planned stops.

Price the Full Stay

Compare rates for your exact dates and room category, then account separately for dining and parking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Essential planning questions answered for exploring hotels in Des Moines.

How highly rated are Des Moines hotels?

The 21 verified listings average 4.2/5; the six representative properties range from 4.5 to 4.8.

What should I expect to pay?

Kasa and Staybridge Suites carry $$ markers; the other four representative hotels carry $$$ markers. Upscale rates vary by date and room category, with dining and parking extra.

Can I rely on walking from my hotel?

The destination walkability score is 45/100. Check your specific routes and available transport before selecting a hotel.

Which hotels suit families needing separate bedrooms?

Kasa Downtown Des Moines and Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown are both recorded matches for that need; confirm the room category before booking.

When is the best time to book a stay?

The supplied records establish date-dependent rates but no cheapest season or ideal booking window. Compare your intended dates and room categories.