Best Budget hotels in Clive
-
Top location
La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
- Picnic area/ Tables
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
The comfortable La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive Hotel is merely 1.5 km from the 34 - acre park "Campbell Recreation Area" and has an indoor pool plus a fitness studio. The 3-star pet-friendly hotel showcases an event centre, located within 10 minutes' drive of Clive Aquatic Center.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination. Guests can make use of tea and coffee making equipment, and relax with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
- Picnic area/ Tables
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
The comfortable La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive Hotel is merely 1.5 km from the 34 - acre park "Campbell Recreation Area" and has an indoor pool plus a fitness studio. The 3-star pet-friendly hotel showcases an event centre, located within 10 minutes' drive of Clive Aquatic Center.
The rooms have private bathrooms with a separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination. Guests can make use of tea and coffee making equipment, and relax with high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
The 2-star smoke-free Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive is located in Clive, just 13 minutes' walk from Clive Aquatic Center, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Wi-Fi is available in public areas as well as a lift and a vending machine.
The rooms at Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive include blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some of them comprise a balcony and a sitting area, furnished with a writing desk. The rooms are fitted with spacious bathrooms. A separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination along with such comforts as a hair dryer and towels are featured in the bathrooms.
Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive
The 2-star smoke-free Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive is located in Clive, just 13 minutes' walk from Clive Aquatic Center, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Wi-Fi is available in public areas as well as a lift and a vending machine.
The rooms at Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive include blackout curtains and air conditioning. Some of them comprise a balcony and a sitting area, furnished with a writing desk. The rooms are fitted with spacious bathrooms. A separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination along with such comforts as a hair dryer and towels are featured in the bathrooms.
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale
- Kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
Offering a lift and a vending machine, Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale Clive hotel is a 10-minute drive from Walker Johnston Park. This hotel features 104 rooms and such amenities as a laundromat.
The hotel offers rooms with a dining area and a mini-kitchen featuring air conditioning, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale
- Kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale
Offering a lift and a vending machine, Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale Clive hotel is a 10-minute drive from Walker Johnston Park. This hotel features 104 rooms and such amenities as a laundromat.
The hotel offers rooms with a dining area and a mini-kitchen featuring air conditioning, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Cheap Hotels in Clive City Center
-
Guest favorite
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
-
Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Heated swimming pool
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport Hotel is located near an entertainment district, 3.8 km from Raccoon River Park. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, and a vending machine and a lift.
You can stay in one of the 56 allergy-friendly rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making machines. Bathroom essentials include a separate toilet and a shower, and such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
-
Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Heated swimming pool
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport Hotel is located near an entertainment district, 3.8 km from Raccoon River Park. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas, and a vending machine and a lift.
You can stay in one of the 56 allergy-friendly rooms featuring a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee/tea making machines. Bathroom essentials include a separate toilet and a shower, and such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.
Best Western Holiday Manor
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
Offering a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Best Western Holiday Manor Newton hotel is located just a 5-minute walk from Grace Church. Boasting a heated pool and a well-appointed gym, this comfortable hotel offers access to Jasper County Historical Museum, which is 2.4 km away.
The rooms at Best Western Holiday Manor hotel have a flat-screen TV with cable channels and premium cable channels, along with tea/coffee making equipment and a microwave for your convenience.
Best Western Holiday Manor
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
Best Western Holiday Manor
Offering a lift and a vending machine, the 3-star Best Western Holiday Manor Newton hotel is located just a 5-minute walk from Grace Church. Boasting a heated pool and a well-appointed gym, this comfortable hotel offers access to Jasper County Historical Museum, which is 2.4 km away.
The rooms at Best Western Holiday Manor hotel have a flat-screen TV with cable channels and premium cable channels, along with tea/coffee making equipment and a microwave for your convenience.
Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
-
Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Situated 2.7 km from the 49 - acre Blank Park Zoo, the 2-star Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport features Wi-Fi in public areas, and a private parking lot on site. Boasting a swimming pool, this Des Moines hotel is nestled around 10 minutes by car from natural attractions like Water Works Park.
There are 133 rooms featuring an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning, as well as modern amenities like high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
-
Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Situated 2.7 km from the 49 - acre Blank Park Zoo, the 2-star Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport features Wi-Fi in public areas, and a private parking lot on site. Boasting a swimming pool, this Des Moines hotel is nestled around 10 minutes by car from natural attractions like Water Works Park.
There are 133 rooms featuring an iron and ironing board, and air conditioning, as well as modern amenities like high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Cheap Hotels in Clive with Free Parking
-
Great deal
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Patio
Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel is situated near an entertainment district, 10 minutes' drive from Terra Lake Park. The hotel has 150 rooms and features a lift and a vending machine on-site.
The Sonesta features allergy-free rooms appointed with air conditioning as well as a flat-screen cable-TV and premium cable channels. The rooms include a private bathroom. Bathrooms offer a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Patio
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines Hotel is situated near an entertainment district, 10 minutes' drive from Terra Lake Park. The hotel has 150 rooms and features a lift and a vending machine on-site.
The Sonesta features allergy-free rooms appointed with air conditioning as well as a flat-screen cable-TV and premium cable channels. The rooms include a private bathroom. Bathrooms offer a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations, along with comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
-
Best-rated
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines is a 5-minute walk from West Glen Town Center. This inn offers a car park on site and an outdoor swimming pool.
The 175 rooms at this property are equipped with comforts such as ironing facilities and air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi. There are separate bedrooms and private bathrooms with a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations provided.
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines is a 5-minute walk from West Glen Town Center. This inn offers a car park on site and an outdoor swimming pool.
The 175 rooms at this property are equipped with comforts such as ironing facilities and air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi. There are separate bedrooms and private bathrooms with a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations provided.
Spark By Hilton Ames
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
The comfortable 3-star Spark By Hilton Ames hotel, located nearly a 10-minute ride from Iowa State University, boasts an indoor pool and an exercise room.
The 74 rooms at this Ames hotel comprise a sitting area. Ironing equipment and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Providing a separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination, the bathrooms are also appointed with a hairdryer and towels.
Spark By Hilton Ames
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Spark By Hilton Ames
The comfortable 3-star Spark By Hilton Ames hotel, located nearly a 10-minute ride from Iowa State University, boasts an indoor pool and an exercise room.
The 74 rooms at this Ames hotel comprise a sitting area. Ironing equipment and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Providing a separate toilet, shower/tub combinations, and a shower/tub combination, the bathrooms are also appointed with a hairdryer and towels.
Cheap Family Hotels in Clive
Gateway Hotel And Conference Center
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Heated swimming pool
Situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Sand Volleyball Courts, the excellent Gateway Hotel And Conference Center Ames offers a peaceful retreat at an indoor pool with a hot tub.
The property has 158 rooms, comprising a mini-kitchen. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making machines, are offered. The rooms also have private bathrooms. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, as well as comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Gateway Hotel And Conference Center
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Heated swimming pool
Gateway Hotel And Conference Center
Situated approximately 25 minutes' walk from Sand Volleyball Courts, the excellent Gateway Hotel And Conference Center Ames offers a peaceful retreat at an indoor pool with a hot tub.
The property has 158 rooms, comprising a mini-kitchen. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making machines, are offered. The rooms also have private bathrooms. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower/bath combination, as well as comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
La Quinta By Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The comfortable La Quinta By Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel, situated nearly a 25-minute walk from Palace Theater, offers a swimming pool as well as a fitness area.
You can stay in one of the 80 allergy-free rooms featuring a multi-channel TV along with coffee and tea making equipment. The rooms include a private bathroom.
La Quinta By Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
La Quinta By Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
The comfortable La Quinta By Wyndham Altoona Des Moines Hotel, situated nearly a 25-minute walk from Palace Theater, offers a swimming pool as well as a fitness area.
You can stay in one of the 80 allergy-free rooms featuring a multi-channel TV along with coffee and tea making equipment. The rooms include a private bathroom.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Ankeny Ia - Des Moines Ia
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Guests of the 2-star La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Ankeny Ia - Des Moines Ia can enjoy access to Carney Marsh Nature Preserve, located 2.5 km away. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a photocopy machine and safes.
The La Quinta Inn & Suites Ankeny welcomes guests to 74 rooms complete with Wi-Fi and a TV set, as well as comforts like air conditioning. The rooms also feature a private bathroom.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Ankeny Ia - Des Moines Ia
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Ankeny Ia - Des Moines Ia
Guests of the 2-star La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Ankeny Ia - Des Moines Ia can enjoy access to Carney Marsh Nature Preserve, located 2.5 km away. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and has a photocopy machine and safes.
The La Quinta Inn & Suites Ankeny welcomes guests to 74 rooms complete with Wi-Fi and a TV set, as well as comforts like air conditioning. The rooms also feature a private bathroom.
Cheap Weekly Hotels in Clive
Super 8 By Wyndham Altoona
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Indoor swimming pool
Located merely 1.7 km from the family-owned Adventureland Park, the non-smoking Super 8 By Wyndham Altoona Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms around 20 minutes' walk from G-Force. Guests will enjoy a swimming pool while staying in this 2-star hotel in the vicinity of Adventureland Amusement Park.
The rooms comprise a seating area complete with air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi. Fitted with tea/coffee making equipment, the rooms also come with a writing table. The air-conditioned bedrooms are appointed with a wardrobe. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with such comforts as hair dryers and bath sheets are featured in the bathrooms.
Super 8 By Wyndham Altoona
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Indoor swimming pool
Super 8 By Wyndham Altoona
Located merely 1.7 km from the family-owned Adventureland Park, the non-smoking Super 8 By Wyndham Altoona Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms around 20 minutes' walk from G-Force. Guests will enjoy a swimming pool while staying in this 2-star hotel in the vicinity of Adventureland Amusement Park.
The rooms comprise a seating area complete with air conditioning, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and Wi-Fi. Fitted with tea/coffee making equipment, the rooms also come with a writing table. The air-conditioned bedrooms are appointed with a wardrobe. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet along with such comforts as hair dryers and bath sheets are featured in the bathrooms.
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
-
Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heated swimming pool
Located approximately a 10-minute ride from Water Works Park, the comfortable 3-star Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport offers Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking. Boasting a swimming pool, the smoke-free hotel is nestled 3.9 km from natural attractions like the 167-acre Gray's Lake Park.
This Des Moines hotel features 52 rooms with a multi-channel TV and premium cable channels, as well as tea and coffee making equipment. Ironing equipment and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Providing a shower/bath combination and a shower/tub combination, the bathrooms also have hairdryers and towels.
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
-
Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Ironing facilities
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heated swimming pool
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Located approximately a 10-minute ride from Water Works Park, the comfortable 3-star Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport offers Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking. Boasting a swimming pool, the smoke-free hotel is nestled 3.9 km from natural attractions like the 167-acre Gray's Lake Park.
This Des Moines hotel features 52 rooms with a multi-channel TV and premium cable channels, as well as tea and coffee making equipment. Ironing equipment and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort. Providing a shower/bath combination and a shower/tub combination, the bathrooms also have hairdryers and towels.
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Located 2.9 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offers modern rooms about a 25-minute walk from Games. A convenience shop are available for guests' convenience at the hotel, which sits in a business district.
The property offers 146 rooms with coffee and tea making equipment, and such modern conveniences as a 40-inch flat-screen TV. Ironing equipment and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort.
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Located 2.9 km from Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Best Western Plus Altoona Inn offers modern rooms about a 25-minute walk from Games. A convenience shop are available for guests' convenience at the hotel, which sits in a business district.
The property offers 146 rooms with coffee and tea making equipment, and such modern conveniences as a 40-inch flat-screen TV. Ironing equipment and air conditioning are featured for guests' comfort.
Cheap Hotels near Clive Airport
Days Inn By Wyndham Ames
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Situated only 1.6 km from Duff Park, the 3-star non-smoking Days Inn By Wyndham Ames features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and parking on site.
The accommodation welcomes guests to 47 rooms fitted with air conditioning as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations, along with such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.
Days Inn By Wyndham Ames
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Days Inn By Wyndham Ames
Situated only 1.6 km from Duff Park, the 3-star non-smoking Days Inn By Wyndham Ames features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and parking on site.
The accommodation welcomes guests to 47 rooms fitted with air conditioning as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom. The private bathrooms include a separate toilet and shower/tub combinations, along with such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.
Cobblestone Inn & Suites-Winterset
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
Situated merely 1.7 km from John Wayne Birthplace Museum, the comfortable 3-star Cobblestone Inn & Suites-Winterset features Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site. Staying at this Winterset hotel, guests can discover the rural area, well-known for cultural highlights like Iowa Quilt Museum, which stands nearly 5 minutes' drive away.
The accommodation welcomes guests to 38 rooms fitted with ironing facilities and air conditioning as well as Wi-Fi and premium cable channels. The bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combinations, a deep soaking bathtub, and a shower/tub combination, along with a hair dryer and towels.
Cobblestone Inn & Suites-Winterset
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Laundry
- Fitness centre
Cobblestone Inn & Suites-Winterset
Situated merely 1.7 km from John Wayne Birthplace Museum, the comfortable 3-star Cobblestone Inn & Suites-Winterset features Wi-Fi in public areas and private parking on site. Staying at this Winterset hotel, guests can discover the rural area, well-known for cultural highlights like Iowa Quilt Museum, which stands nearly 5 minutes' drive away.
The accommodation welcomes guests to 38 rooms fitted with ironing facilities and air conditioning as well as Wi-Fi and premium cable channels. The bathrooms are equipped with shower/tub combinations, a deep soaking bathtub, and a shower/tub combination, along with a hair dryer and towels.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Cheap Hotels in Clive, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive |
8.3 / 10 (306 Reviews) |
From 75$ | |
| Days Inn By Wyndham West Des Moines - Clive |
5.5 / 10 (380 Reviews) |
From 57$ | |
| Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale |
5.6 / 10 (67 Reviews) |
From 62$ | |
| Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport |
8.9 / 10 (1269 Reviews) |
From 76$ | |
| Best Western Holiday Manor |
8.4 / 10 (342 Reviews) |
From 61$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some cheap hotels near downtown Des Moines?
La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive and Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport offer budget-friendly accommodations very close to downtown. You can easily enjoy local attractions and dining options at affordable prices.
Book a room with early check-in to explore the city right after arriving at Des Moines International Airport, which is just a 10-minute drive away.
Which cheap hotels are family-friendly near parks?
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport and La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive are both family-friendly hotels near Gray's Lake Park. They provide amenities such as heated pools and activities suitable for children.
Plan a visit to Gray's Lake Park in the morning with kids, as parks tend to be less crowded before 10 AM, making it easier to enjoy outdoor activities.
What cheap hotels near the airport are best for quick stopovers?
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport and Days Inn & Suites By Wyndham Des Moines Airport are excellent choices for travelers needing quick access to the airport. Both hotels offer complimentary airport shuttle services.
Check in at least two hours before your flight, as the airport may become busy with travelers, especially during early morning hours.
Which budget hotels are close to major attractions in Des Moines?
Days Inn By Wyndham Ames and La Quinta By Wyndham Altoona Des Moines provide affordable lodging near attractions like the Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland Park. These hotels are great for families looking to explore.
Consider visiting Adventureland Park on weekdays to avoid weekend crowds, allowing for a more enjoyable experience with the family.
What cheap hotels in Clive are pet-friendly?
La Quinta By Wyndham Des Moines West Clive and Best Western Holiday Manor in Newton have pet-friendly policies, allowing you to bring your furry friends along at no extra charge. Both are situated near parks for walks.
Make sure to avoid busy times like weekends in parks to give your pet a comfortable space, such as visiting Gray's Lake Park early in the day.
Are there affordable hotels with pools in the area?
Baymont By Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport include indoor pools in their facilities, making them great choices for families. These pools provide a fun way to relax after a day of sightseeing.
Visit the pool during weekdays in the late afternoon to avoid crowds and ensure a peaceful swim with your family.
What's a cheap hotel option for families visiting Iowa State University?
Days Inn By Wyndham Ames provides affordable family accommodations near Iowa State University, allowing easy access to campus events and nearby attractions. Families can enjoy the comfort of spacious rooms.
Visiting during special events like football games provides a lively atmosphere, but book rooms well in advance as they fill up quickly.
How can I get from the airport to my hotel in Des Moines?
Using the airport's complimentary shuttle service will take you quickly to nearby hotels like Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport. It's the most convenient option, especially after a long flight.
Confirm shuttle availability with your hotel ahead of time, and ask about specific pick-up points upon arrival to save time.
What are some seasonal events to know about in Des Moines?
The Iowa State Fair, held in August, and the Des Moines Arts Festival in June are two major events that attract many visitors. Booking your hotel early during these times is recommended for better rates and availability.
Plan to enjoy local festivals by arriving a day early to explore the area and secure a good spot at the events - they often draw large crowds.
Are there any recommended neighborhoods for exploring local food?
The East Village and Historic Court District are popular neighborhoods for dining in Des Moines, featuring a variety of restaurants and cafés. You can sample local flavors and enjoy vibrant atmospheres.
Visit these neighborhoods on a weekday afternoon for a more relaxed dining experience and a chance to discover hidden gems typically crowded on weekends.