Downtown Des Moines' Cozy Rest Motel offers a central home base with attentive staff, personalized service, and connectivity to keep travelers linked to home.
The Cozy Rest Motel places travelers in downtown Des Moines with all essentials for a comfy stay. Enjoy in-room WiFi and 24-hour front desk and concierge services. Guests often praise the helpful staff for enhancing their experience.
Located in Indianola Hills, a neighborhood in Des Moines, Cozy Rest Motel is near the airport. Some of the area's popular attractions include Blank Park Zoo and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Principal Park or Iowa Events Center. Visit our Des Moines travel guide
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Rest Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Rest Motel?
As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Rest Motel on 7 March 2026 start from AED 264, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Rest Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Cozy Rest Motel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Rest Motel located?
Located in Indianola Hills, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Principal Park, Iowa State Capitol Building, and Iowa Events Center. EMC Expo Center and Casey's Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Cozy Rest Motel Reviews
7.8
Good
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This was a no frills place to stay but the room was nice and the front desk guy was friendly. If you are looking for a cheap but nice place to stay, check them out.
Staff were very friendly and room more than met our needs
Kimberly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Jadon
22 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little upcoming gem in Des Moines! The rooms are better than what you typically get for this price and they are upgrading the hotel to be an affordable boutique hotel in the area. The owner, Dennis, was very kind. If you are on a budget, definitely don't let the outside turn you away. Appreciated my stay.
The room i stayed in was nice, they didn't have much for toilet paper in the bathroom though, but it did have a nice big shower. My only real complaint was the bed, it was hard as a rock.
The property was only accessible from one direction on a very busy divided street. Rooms were excellent. There was no cleaning of the room during my 5 day stay. The staff were very helpful courteous and friendly. It was close to restaurants and shopping. Worked very well for me.
Easy to find Quick check in and out Close to dining options Staff friendly Well lite parking lot Provided toothbrush and paste shampoo and shower gel
Comfortable be
It was extremely comfortable for the price point and was in a great area for where we wanted to go!
James
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Barry
5 June 2025
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
So So for the Price.
Average room basic TV no cable, no top lock on door, also no peek hole to see .. people in and out till 330am , towels were clean and bed was comfortable, also shower had nice pressure.
Had a nice stay. The facility is close to a busy road so I heard the traffic very early but that isn't the facilities fault. Clean and the staff was helpful and nice
stephanie
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
6/10 Okay
Patricia
9 June 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The odor in the room was terrible. It was pretty clean and the service from the owner was great.
Staff was friendly, easy check in. Rooms were so much better than I was expecting. All in all the only thing I did not like about this motel was the fact it's in an area that feels relatively unsafe. No problems with the motel itself! It was great for our night there, checked in super late but was met with no issues.
The folks who own and run the place are very gracious, and accommodating. It wasn't at all what I expected. They keep it neat and clean. You can tell there is new ownership. Compared to past visits, it is much, much better.
Outside look not so nice but the inside is really nice and clean. Only thing I didn’t like is the Wi-Fi is super slow.
Alex
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10 Good
Curt
14 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Clean basic hotel
Hotel was clean and comfortable. No frills basic hotel. Just what we needed. Vending machine was empty. Not that I wanted anything just noticed it getting ice.
Curt
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Barb
12 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was good for the price, clean and friendly. Don't expect extras like other motels. No microwave, refrigerator in room, no extra locks on doors, all steps. It was fine for just staying one night but wouldn't recommend if staying longer.