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Our top choices for Des Moines family-friendly hotels

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Fitness facility
Lobby
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

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.
₹6,619
₹7,413 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Exterior
Business centre
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool

2. 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.
₹7,457
₹8,351 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Indoor pool
Exterior
Lobby
Lobby

3. 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.
₹7,799
₹8,735 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Exterior
Lobby
Indoor pool
Lobby

4. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Altoona
  • Family fun awaits with a refreshing indoor pool, premium TV channels, and a short walk to Adventureland theme park.
₹8,483
₹9,501 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Indoor pool
Exterior

5. 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.
₹9,418
₹10,548 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Reception
Exterior
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Terrace/patio

6. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
West Des Moines
₹8,510
₹9,531 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

7. 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.
₹10,187
₹11,410 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Property amenity
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Indoor pool

8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Clive
  • Newly remodeled family paradise with indoor pool and game console creates a cool haven for kids minutes from Clive Aquatic Centre.
₹8,140
₹9,118 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Games room
Lobby
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lobby

9. 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.
₹9,168
₹10,269 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
Property amenity
Property amenity
Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

10. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Greater South Side
  • A family playground with indoor pool, hot tub, and free airport shuttle awaits at this Greater South Side hotel minutes from the zoo.
₹10,473
₹11,730 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
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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

Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Indoor pool
Exterior

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
₹9,418
₹10,548 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Lobby

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹13,975
₹16,121 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served
Indoor pool, open 5 AM to midnight, pool loungers
View from property
Bar (on property)

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹13,710
₹15,355 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
₹10,187
₹11,410 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior
Dinner served
Meeting facility
Lobby

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹12,413
₹13,903 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Reception

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹10,071
₹11,280 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Lobby
Fitness facility
Lobby

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,619
₹7,413 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
Property amenity
Property amenity
Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Greater South Side
₹10,473
₹11,730 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Exterior

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,769
₹7,582 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Lunch and dinner served
Lobby
Lobby

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Watrous South
₹6,551
₹7,337 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Des Moines

Lobby
Free daily buffet breakfast
Indoor pool
Exterior

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
₹9,418
₹10,548 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Lobby

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹13,975
₹16,121 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Lobby
Fitness facility
Lobby

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,619
₹7,413 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Reception

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹10,071
₹11,280 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
₹10,187
₹11,410 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lobby
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Southwestern Hills
₹9,168
₹10,269 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served
Indoor pool, open 5 AM to midnight, pool loungers
View from property
Bar (on property)

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹13,710
₹15,355 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Exterior
Dinner served
Meeting facility
Lobby

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
₹12,413
₹13,903 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Free daily buffet breakfast
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Exterior

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
₹6,769
₹7,582 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
Property amenity
Property amenity
Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Greater South Side
₹10,473
₹11,730 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"My husband and I stayed and it was worth what we paid. If we’re ever back, I’d love to stay here again."
Bryan 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Very satisfying and clean staff was very excellent!!!"
Sherry 5-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean and staff was very helpful. Breakfast was good."
Thaddeus 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Wildwood Lodge
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent
"Excelent"
Chayanne 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff!!"
Nyla 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good
"overall it was great stay"
Edwinne 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good
"Staff was very helpful. Property has many signs of aging. And the elevator was inconveniently located from the lobby."
kristene 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel"
Caridad 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What's Des Moines like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been thinking about a holiday with your children, Des Moines is a good choice. The cycling trails, swimming spots and festivals are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Take to the air and fly 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?
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines is a hotel with a water park and a children's pool, 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 Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.
How many family hotels will I find in Des Moines?
Expedia has 27 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 Adventureland, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Wooly's. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Casey's Center and Principal Park.

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