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Tonight
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Tomorrow
24 Sept - 25 Sept
This weekend
25 Sept - 27 Sept
Next weekend
2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for Des Moines family-friendly hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.
A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
  • Family-friendly hotel near Drake University offers indoor pool fun and free airport shuttle service.
₹6,309
₹7,066 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.
A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.
A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.
A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Clive
  • The family splash zone: indoor pool, spacious rooms, and fun for all, just steps from Clive Aquatic Centre.
₹8,044
₹9,010 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
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.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
  • Splash into family fun near Des Moines Botanical Garden, where indoor pools and cots await at this welcoming river-view retreat.
₹8,552
₹9,578 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.
A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Ankeny
  • Families splash into adventure at this immaculately clean hotel with indoor pool, free breakfast, and pet-friendly accommodation.
₹7,995
₹8,955 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.
A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.
A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
  • Family escape with indoor pool and complimentary airport shuttle makes this city centre Des Moines hotel ideal for all ages.
₹13,546
₹15,626 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A modern building with a prominent heart-shaped light installation in front.
A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

6. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Johnston
₹7,520
₹8,422 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.
A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

7. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
  • Splash into family fun with indoor pools and free activities at this city centre Des Moines hotel.
₹12,464
₹13,959 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A row of arcade machines in a room with a patterned carpet.
A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.
A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.
A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

8. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Southwestern Hills
  • Splash into family adventure with kid-friendly games, complimentary breakfast, and airport shuttle service at this Des Moines hotel.
₹8,776
₹9,829 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.
A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a toilet.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
  • Indoor pool adventures await families at this city centre Des Moines hotel with kid-friendly amenities and welcoming service.
₹11,758
₹13,169 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.
A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.
A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.

10. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹12,905
₹14,454 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Des Moines

Pool
Breakfast included
Water park
4 stars
All-inclusive

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Des Moines

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.
A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,309
₹7,066 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
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.

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
₹8,552
₹9,578 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.
A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹12,464
₹13,959 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
₹11,758
₹13,169 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.
A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.
A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹13,546
₹15,626 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.
A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,094
₹6,825 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.
A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.
A modern living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹10,135
₹11,352 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.
A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.
A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹12,905
₹14,454 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, modern seating, and a distinctive blue-lit ceiling.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and neon signs for Corona and Modelo beer brands.

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Watrous South
₹6,266
₹7,018 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring a central open space with tables and chairs, surrounded by balconies and a large, colorful ceiling structure.
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.
A multi-level indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by colorful lounge chairs and a stone wall.

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Greater South Side
₹11,306
₹12,663 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Des Moines

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.
A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,309
₹7,066 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.
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.

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
₹8,552
₹9,578 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.
A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,094
₹6,825 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
₹11,758
₹13,169 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.
A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹12,464
₹13,959 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.
A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Southwestern Hills
₹8,776
₹9,829 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.
A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.
A modern living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.
A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹10,135
₹11,352 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.
A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.
A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹13,546
₹15,626 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, modern seating, and a distinctive blue-lit ceiling.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and neon signs for Corona and Modelo beer brands.

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Watrous South
₹6,266
₹7,018 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.
A hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
₹6,500
₹7,567 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

8/10 Good
"The room was spectacular. Very clean and comfortable. I wished the massage amenities weren’t booked, that was the main reason I selected the hotel. I would suggest having a calendar on the website so guests would know to plan accordingly."
Shalea 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Des Lux Hotel
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

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

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean nice place"
Joseph 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8/10 Good
"location. street parking"
Shelly 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

8/10 Good
"The room was clean, and the staff was friendly."
Coleen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel. Staff was respectful and my grandbabies loved the pool!"
Tonya 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent
"good attitude"
Charles Wayne 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room, great parking, quiet although near the airport"
kathleen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

8/10 Good
"Average! Nothing special but get the job done with clean comfy rooms."
Alexandra 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

Frequently asked questions

What's Des Moines like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of Des Moines is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with your children. The cycling trails, swimming spots and festivals are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from the centre of Des Moines.
What's the best family accommodation in Des Moines?
Hilton Des Moines Downtown is a hotel with an indoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your family trip include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center.
How many family hotels will I find in Des Moines?
Expedia has 26 hotels in Des Moines that are perfect for families.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Des Moines?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Des Moines are January, February, November and March, with each month seeing an average of 22 cm of snowfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Des Moines?
While you and your family are staying in Des Moines, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Wooly's and Casey's Center. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Principal Park and Hoyt Sherman Place.

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