The Best Family Hotels in Des Moines, IA from AED 252 in 2026

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A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

AED 559

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

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

Clive

The family splash zone: indoor pool, spacious rooms, and fun for all, just steps from Clive Aquatic Center.

AED 299

AED 335 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the city.

3. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

West Des Moines

AED 334

AED 374 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.

A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

AED 352

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a toilet, a shower with a curtain, and a towel rack with folded towels.

5. 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 240

AED 269 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.

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.

6. 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 340

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

7. 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 509

AED 587 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

8. 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.

AED 304

AED 341 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, framed artwork, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

AED 419

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

AED 509

AED 587 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines

AED 340

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A buffet table with various dishes including chips, vegetables, and dips.

A row of tables with crystal glasses and silver pitchers, likely for a formal event.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window with curtains.

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

AED 479

AED 536 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small seating area, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

AED 240

AED 269 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

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.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

AED 419

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

AED 347

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

AED 404

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

AED 529

AED 592 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A reception area with two reception desks, a white table, and two armchairs.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

AED 417

AED 467 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Des Lux Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

AED 559

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines

AED 340

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct