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Cheap hotels in Des Moines

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The best 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 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$88.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    Boasting a sauna, Designer Downtown Condo Suite - Splendid View is situated in Des Moines. This apartment features free private parking and a lift.

    From US$229 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 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$189.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

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

    From US$651 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 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$678 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 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$648.75 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    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, 79 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 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 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Des Moines in the Iowa region, The Vintage Haven features a patio.

    From US$323.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    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 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 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.

    From US$627.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in Des Moines, the recently renovated By State Fair 5 bedrooms 2 baths provides accommodation 6.8 km from Science Center of Iowa and 7.2 km from Wells Fargo Arena.

    From US$273.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Featuring a spa bath, Family Friendly 3 Br 2 Bath Duplex Sleeps 9! is set in Des Moines.

    From US$702 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, New Listing - Tranquil Retreat with Hot Tub is located in Des Moines.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Located in Des Moines, 4.7 km from Science Center of Iowa and 5.8 km from Iowa Events Center, Historical Oscar Lofquist house in the heart of Des Moines provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation...

    From US$179.20 per night

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  • Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

    Cheap hotel in Des Moines
    Avg. price/night: US$105.67
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,333 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

  • Kasa Downtown Des Moines

    Cheap hotel in Des Moines
    Avg. price/night: US$189.28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
    Location is good
    Guest review by
    Amber
    Family with young children

  • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

    Cheap hotel in Des Moines
    Avg. price/night: US$88.54
    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

  • Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection By Hilton

    Cheap hotel in Des Moines
    Avg. price/night: US$165.65
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 414 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

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