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If you can’t find a motel in Elkhart, let us help you find a motel or similar property from more than 747 accommodations in the area. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free airport transportation.

At many motels, you’ll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

Here you’ll find some of our customers’ top motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA is located 20.5 mi (32.9 km) from the heart of Elkhart. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North: Free WiFi, free parking, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central Elkhart is 10.6 mi (17 km) away. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from the heart of Elkhart. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Central Elkhart is 9.3 mi (14.9 km) away. A snack bar/deli along with freebies like WiFi, parking, and a casino shuttle are available during your stay. Cozy Rest Motel: 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from the heart of Elkhart. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Saylorville Lake, Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Adventureland, Science Center of Iowa, and Blank Park Zoo. While you’re checking out the area, consider visiting Des Moines Area Community College, Outlets of Des Moines, and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Elkhart to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 28°F. The snowiest months in Elkhart are January, February, November, and April, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Elkhart to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 19 mi (30.6 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.