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Our top choices for Ankeny family-friendly hotels

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (774 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩105,651
₩118,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a view of autumn foliage through large windows.

2. Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
7.6 out of 10, Good, (449 reviews)
"Helpful staff, decent breakfast"
United States
Edward
The price is ₩89,218
₩99,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A living room with two dark leather sofas, a white coffee table, and a stone fireplace.

3. Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area
2.0 star property
Ankeny
7.0 out of 10, Good, (700 reviews)
"No laundry facilities but staff went above and beyond . Great stay"
United States
David
The price is ₩86,709
₩97,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted painting, a marble bathroom, and a wooden floor.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines

Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
2.0 star property
Ankeny
6.4 out of 10, (931 reviews)
"Was amazing"
United States
Emilee
The price is ₩78,238
₩87,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

5. Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Ankeny
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was nice; the diner was really cute and the staff nice."
United States
Dateesha
The price is ₩94,979
₩106,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,050 reviews)
"I have stayed here several times and is always perfect."
United States
Gregory J
The price is ₩108,292
₩121,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

7. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (373 reviews)
"was a great location for all of our needs. felt very safe in the area would definitely stay there again"
United States
gary
The price is ₩113,388
₩126,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

8. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, good breakfast, staff was helpful and friendly overall perfect stay!"
United States
Carl
The price is ₩157,410
₩176,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean! Would stay here again!!"
United States
Karen
The price is ₩122,086
₩136,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

10. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (961 reviews)
"Great location. Clean room, lobby and breakfast area. Justin at the front desk is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"
United States
Brandi
The price is ₩112,855
₩126,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
Room

11. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (855 reviews)
"Nice quiet hotel."
United States
Christina
The price is ₩106,852
₩126,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

12. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (647 reviews)
"Great place to stay….all very comfortable and close to lots of dining options"
United States
michael
The price is ₩130,170
₩145,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
An outdoor patio area with a grill, seating, and string lights.

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny

Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (649 reviews)
"Excellent stay!! Staff was exceptional welcoming."
United States
Judy
The price is ₩157,610
₩176,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny
A modern lounge area with a central table, seating arrangements, and a decorative ceiling piece.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"We have come back to this hotel several times as it’s always clean, spacious rooms, great staff, & a good breakfast!"
United States
Cara
The price is ₩146,271
₩163,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny
A person floating on a pink inflatable ring in a pool.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff at a great location for bikers!"
United States
Gayle
The price is ₩113,388
₩126,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling beams, tiled walls, and a clear view of the outside through large windows.

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
3.0 star property
Ankeny
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (964 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay"
United States
Leslie
The price is ₩111,590
₩124,981 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a fruit bowl, and a bread display.

17. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
2.0 star property
Ankeny
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (866 reviews)
"Very nice staff and clean rooms"
United States
Teri
The price is ₩90,129
₩100,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
A family of three sleeping in a bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and a plain wall.

18. WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines

WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines
2.5 star property
Ankeny
6.4 out of 10, (273 reviews)
"Very basic extended stay property but just right for my purpose and the cost."
United States
Michelle A
The price is ₩80,039
₩89,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Ankeny

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Ankeny

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1050)
The price is ₩108,292
₩121,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Ankeny

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
Ankeny
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (961)
The price is ₩112,855
₩126,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Ankeny Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was excellent"
Julio 5-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Frequently asked questions

What's Ankeny like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Ankeny is a good option if you've been considering a getaway with the kids. The entertainment, festivals, and golfing are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Arrange a flight into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city center.
What's the best place to stay for a family vacation in Ankeny?
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines and Days Inn by Wyndham Ankeny - Des Moines.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Ankeny?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Ankeny are January, February, November, and April, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Ankeny?
While you and your family are visiting Ankeny, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Ankeny Stadium, Northview Shopping Center, and Outlets of Des Moines. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Adventureland and Merle Hay Mall.