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Cheap hotels in Des Moines

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews

Popular with guests booking cheap hotels in Des Moines

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews

Stay connected in Des Moines and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Des Moines, 1.4 km from Science Center of Iowa and 2.2 km from Wells Fargo Arena, Golden Fern Escape offers air conditioning. It is set 2.7 km from Iowa Events Center and features a lift.

From US$175 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, The Green Onyx Escape is set in Des Moines. It is situated 1.4 km from Science Center of Iowa and offers a lift.

From US$175 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Situated 1.5 km from Hy-Vee Hall, 1.5 km from Wells Fargo Arena and 2.6 km from Science Center of Iowa, Sleepover 1BD 1BA Des Moines Apartments offers accommodation set in Des Moines.

From US$224.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Set within 3 km of Science Center of Iowa and 3.1 km of Wells Fargo Arena, Sleepover Iconic Des Moines Apartments offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Des Moines.

From US$195.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

Offering city views, Sleepover Studio Apartments Des Moines is an accommodation set in Des Moines, 3.5 km from Wells Fargo Arena and 3.6 km from Iowa Events Center.

From US$170.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

A recently renovated holiday home located in Des Moines, Near Drake/Downtown packed w/Amenities - Hot Tub - Movie Theater features a spa and wellness centre.

From US$550.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews

Less than 1.6 km from Des Moines International Airport, this Iowa hotel features an indoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs.

From US$83.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Des Moines, 1.1 km from Wells Fargo Arena and 1.7 km from Science Center of Iowa, Boho, Walk East Village, Downtown, Free Parking offers a fitness centre and air conditioning.

From US$204.59 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Des Moines and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

Kasa Downtown Des Moines is set in Des Moines, less than 1 km from Wells Fargo Arena, a 7-minute walk from Iowa Events Center, and 600 metres from Hy-Vee Hall.

From US$162.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Boasting a spa bath, Modern Studio - Walk To Wells Fargo Arena is situated in Des Moines.

From US$640 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Featuring a spa bath, Huge 2br Apt Next To Wells Fargo -freeparking! is located in Des Moines. This apartment provides free private parking, a lift and free WiFi.

From US$672 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Featuring a spa bath, 2 Br Short Uber To Dtwn Nightliferestaurants is set in Des Moines. This apartment offers free private parking, a lift and free WiFi.

From US$672 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring a spa bath, Downtown 1br Gem Steps Away From Wells Fargo is set in Des Moines. This apartment offers free private parking, a lift and free WiFi.

From US$642 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Boasting a spa bath, Stunning Downtown Studio With Rooftop Patio is situated in Des Moines. It is set 1.1 km from Wells Fargo Arena and provides a lift.

From US$643.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Located in Des Moines, less than 1 km from Science Center of Iowa and a 11-minute walk from Wells Fargo Arena, Large 1 Bed Apt In The Heart Of Downtown provides air-conditioned accommodation with a...

From US$656 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Des Moines, less than 1 km from Wells Fargo Arena and a 11-minute walk from Iowa Events Center, Beautiful 2br2ba In Bldg Connected To Skywalk offers air conditioning.

From US$685 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Des Moines and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Des Moines, 1.5 km from Wells Fargo Arena and 1.3 km from Iowa Events Center, Urban Oasis Downtown Condo with Skywalk Access 6 offers air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Located in Des Moines, 1.7 km from Wells Fargo Arena, Navarre Apartments features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Featuring garden views, Sherman Hill Des Moines features accommodation with a patio, around 2.1 km from Science Center of Iowa.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, yellow house downtown is situated in Des Moines.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Situated in Des Moines in the Iowa region, Chic 2br Duplex Free Parking Near Hospitals features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$173 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

Boasting a spa bath, Quiet 1 Bed Studio Heart Of Downtown is situated in Des Moines. It is set 2.4 km from Wells Fargo Arena and provides a lift.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Boasting a spa bath, Walk To 3 Breweries! 1 Bed Apartment is set in Des Moines. It is located 2.4 km from Wells Fargo Arena and features a lift.

From US$628.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Situated in Des Moines, 3.4 km from Wells Fargo Arena and 3.5 km from Hy-Vee Hall, Lux finishes 4 bedroom DSM home Great location features air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

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Avg. price/night: US$91.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
It was a very clean.The breakfast was very good.The beds were comfortable and the room size was perfect.I loved the Garden spaces where you can sit.
Guest review by
Happy Scot
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$162.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews
Location is good
Guest review by
Amber
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$83.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews
Good shuttle, friendly driver. Good location
Guest review by
Adam
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$159.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews
Very comfortable room and beds. We arrived after a long drive and slept very well. The staff was kind and helpful. The location was ideal for walking to local restaurants and sights.
Guest review by
Gwendolyn
Family with young children