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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 cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.
A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

1. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Johnston
United States
Jacklyn J
P6,110
P6,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.
A hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.

2. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
United States
Atong
P4,254
P4,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel lobby with a leather sofa, dining area, kitchen, and large windows with curtains.
A Days Inn & Suites sign, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Felicia
P4,094
P4,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a TV screen, and a poster on the wall.
A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola machine.

4. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines
United States
petro
P3,721
P4,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.
A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

5. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Jayson
P5,849
P6,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.
A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.

6. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
United States
Mandy
P5,659
P6,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.
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 two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
Johnston
United States
Robin
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.
A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a chair, a bed, and a television.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large clock on the wall.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
United States
Brandy
P5,264
P5,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.
A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Forest City
United States
Tom
P5,855
P6,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A multi-story hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a flagpole.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Falls
United States
dave
P5,667
P6,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.
A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.
A Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.

11. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
Ames
United States
Bertis
P3,935
P4,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sonesta Essential Ames
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Mario
P5,795
P6,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.
A wooden table with a laptop, a telephone, and a glass of iced tea.
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
Grinnell
United States
Steven
P6,249
P6,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted artwork depicting a sunset.
A breakfast area with tables and chairs, a coffee machine, and a sign prohibiting pets.
A waiting area with a brown sofa, two armchairs, and a blue chair.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Clive
United States
Chris
P3,297
P3,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a red carpet, and a chair with a patterned cushion.
A hotel room with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a decorative door with geometric patterns.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, white chairs, and a door.
A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a patterned carpet.

15. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Altoona
United States
Scott
P3,631
P4,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
The exterior of the Diamond Jo Casino with a prominent illuminated sign, a covered entrance, and a flagpole with the American flag.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A hotel room with a round table, two patterned chairs, a floor lamp, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

16. Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel

Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel
Northwood
United States
Zachary
P7,456
P8,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel
Pool
A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machine.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a dining table.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a bench, and a wall-mounted mirror.

17. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
Fort Dodge
United States
Lacey
P3,972
P4,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Meg
P6,943
P7,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
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 modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Ankeny
United States
Susan
P5,855
P6,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a distinctive arched window.
A gym with various exercise equipment, benches, and weight racks.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a sign for the Microtel Inn Whidham. There are chairs and tables arranged for guests.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window with curtains.

20. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
Clear Lake
United States
Jason
P3,722
P4,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
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Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

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P6,136
P6,873 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
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P5,795
P6,491 total
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P10,640
P11,917 total
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Updated and clean! Did not get to enjoy the pool/hot tub area but looked nice. Staff friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again if in the area!"
Addie 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

8/10 Good
"It was a Motel 6, so expectations weren't high. The room was OK, and it's always nice not to pay extra for a pet. However, the exterior was in pretty bad shape. The sidewalks were cracked an splitting, windows were foggy and dirty."
Lawrence 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

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