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An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.
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
Mason
₩133,436
₩149,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.

2. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
United States
Atong
₩92,886
₩108,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.
A Days Inn & Suites sign, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors and windows.
An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Felicia
₩90,154
₩100,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.
A hotel corridor with a reception desk, a microwave, two chairs, and a TV screen displaying a promotional message.
A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola machine.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a TV screen, and a poster on the wall.

4. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines
United States
Scott
₩80,554
₩90,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.
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
₩128,866
₩144,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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
₩129,248
₩144,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Johnston
United States
Maureen
₩111,668
₩125,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large clock on the wall.
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.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
United States
Brandy
₩109,278
₩122,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with blinds.
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
₩127,855
₩143,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.
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
₩123,224
₩143,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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 Sonesta Essential Hotel with a modern design, featuring a large entrance and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

11. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
Ames
United States
Bertis
₩90,564
₩101,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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.
A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.
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
₩121,913
₩136,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 hotel room with a green sofa, a striped armchair, a black leather chair, a small table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.
A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson with a two-story structure, a covered front porch, and a parking lot.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
Grinnell
United States
Steven
₩141,651
₩158,650 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 reception area with a marble counter, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.
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.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Clive
United States
Chris
₩75,470
₩84,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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.
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
Laurel
₩86,657
₩97,056 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 modern interior with a staircase, fireplace, sofa, and chairs.
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
₩162,824
₩182,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Diamond Jo Casino & Hotel
A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machine.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a dining table.

17. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
Fort Dodge
United States
Lacey
₩81,581
₩91,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

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
₩140,695
₩157,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.
A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

19. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Ankeny
United States
Chrisshanna
₩126,741
₩141,950 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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 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.
A gym with various exercise equipment, benches, and weight racks.

20. Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake

Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
Clear Lake
United States
Brenda
₩87,081
₩97,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Clear Lake
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Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

8/10 Good
"Hotel was quiet and clean. Staff were pleasant. The hotel could use some repairs on things around but overall, it was fine."
Julie 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable. Nice staff."
Deanne 7-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
Edward 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

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