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Check availability on Des Moines Family Hotels

Tonight
14 Sep - 15 Sep
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15 Sep - 16 Sep
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18 Sep - 20 Sep
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25 Sep - 27 Sep

Our top choices for Des Moines family-friendly hotels

1. 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 accommodations.
AED 298
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

2. 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.
AED 259
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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 cribs await at this welcoming river-view retreat.
AED 368
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

4. 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 Center.
AED 309
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
  • Family escape with indoor pool and complimentary airport shuttle makes this downtown Des Moines hotel ideal for all ages.
AED 500
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

6. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
West Des Moines
AED 313
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

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 downtown Des Moines hotel with kid-friendly amenities and welcoming service.
AED 389
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8. 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 downtown Des Moines hotel.
AED 509
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

9. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
AED 236
AED 264 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

10. 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.
AED 350
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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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

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
AED 259
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
AED 368
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
AED 389
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
AED 236
AED 264 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 509
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 500
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Watrous South
AED 241
AED 270 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 496
AED 555 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 389
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Greater South Side
AED 419
AED 469 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
AED 259
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
AED 368
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
AED 236
AED 264 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
AED 389
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
AED 224
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Southwestern Hills
AED 350
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Watrous South
AED 241
AED 270 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 389
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 509
AED 570 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
AED 500
AED 577 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
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Family-friendly hotels with waterparks in Des Moines

The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View

The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
Downtown Des Moines
AED 533
AED 1,070 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View

Boho Loft / Skyline View / Walk to Arena Events

Boho Loft / Skyline View / Walk to Arena Events
Downtown Des Moines
AED 419
AED 856 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Boho Loft / Skyline View / Walk to Arena Events

Stylish & Posh Downtown Mid-Rise Executive Suite

Stylish & Posh Downtown Mid-Rise Executive Suite
Downtown Des Moines
AED 390
AED 1,013 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Stylish & Posh Downtown Mid-Rise Executive Suite

Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.

Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.
Des Moines
AED 658
AED 1,071 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.

Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Shaded/Screened Porch~Full stocked kitchen~Garage

Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Shaded/Screened Porch~Full stocked kitchen~Garage
Fairground
AED 746
AED 1,358 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Shaded/Screened Porch~Full stocked kitchen~Garage
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

8/10 Good
"Clean, spacious room. Smelled a little musty"
Cassandra 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast and Evening snacks were very good!"
Dawn 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8/10 Good
"My hotel stay was just okay. The room was not that clean, and I'll attach the photo if I can, but one of the beds was covered in dark stains at the head of the mattress. Fortunately, I slept in the other queen bed in the room and did not see similar staining on that bed, but it definitely grossed me out. The bathroom cleanliness was average. There were some hairs here and there and what looked like the beginning of mildewy staining in the tub/shower. The shampoo/conditioner in the shower were not very full and the conditioner ran out after I showered once. Again, fortunately, I only washed my hair once during my stay, so it wasn't that big of an issue. I've seen reviews saying the beds aren't comfy, but I thought the opposite! I slept great. I've also seen the reviews stating the breakfast was subpar, but I also thought the opposite. I think the selection is great for a complimentary breakfast. Sausage, waffles, yogurt, fresh fruit, assorted pastries, juice, coffee, etc. It was hot and fresh, so that was good. Overall, the staff was also very lovely and fun to interact with. If I have to come to Des Moines again, I'd consider staying again, but would hope that the cleanliness improves. They are doing housekeeping "by request only", so that could explain why things are not being thoroughly addressed between stays...?"
Kaitlyn 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice staff, easy to get to the airport, no complaints!"
Lana 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean facilities and rooms, with friendly and helpful staff. The team was attentive, took care of anything we needed, and provided great recommendations for nearby restaurants and other places to check out. Overall, a very pleasant stay and a well maintained hotel."
Brandon 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Des Lux Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good
"The tv has hardly anything on it to watch . I would like more options. Otherwise stay was good"
Donita 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good
"Bed was firm as were the pillows."
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What's Des Moines like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Des Moines is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The biking 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 center of Des Moines.
What's the best place to stay for families in Des Moines?
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is a hotel with an indoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your family trip include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines.
How many family-friendly hotels should I expect to 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 vacation in Des Moines?
The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Des Moines are January, February, November, and March, with each month seeing an average of 9 inches 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 might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Wooly's, Casey's Center, and Principal Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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