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Tonight
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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23 Oct - 24 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Des Moines LGBT-friendly hotels

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.
A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

1. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Tom
฿3,462
฿3,878 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.
A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".
A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Karen
฿4,188
฿4,691 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.
A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Ankeny
United States
Gregory J
฿2,756
฿3,087 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.
A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.
A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.
A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Clive
United States
Dennis
฿2,680
฿3,002 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.
A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Drake
United States
Cassandra
฿3,113
฿3,487 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.
A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.
A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
CINDY
฿3,223
฿3,610 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.
A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a dresser.
A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

7. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
West Des Moines
United States
John Kevin
฿3,360
฿3,763 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.
A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, a large apple-shaped sign, and a kitchen display.
A lobby with a brown sofa, grey armchairs, a small round table, and a vending machine.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted lamp.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
West Des Moines
United States
Joshua
฿3,461
฿3,876 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
A table set with white flowers, candles, and silverware, suggesting a formal dining setting.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a building with a dome in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A conference room with rows of chairs, a stage, and two large screens.

9. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Sweta
฿4,464
฿5,149 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.
A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.
A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.
A lobby with two grey upholstered armchairs, a chandelier, and a reception desk displaying the brand name "DS LUX".

10. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Bobbi
฿5,111
฿5,724 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Des Lux Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How do I find an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Des Moines?
Book a place where you can be yourself! You'll find gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines on Expedia. Travellers are often drawn to Des Moines for its festivals and restaurants.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Des Moines?
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free Wi-Fi and a health club. Des Lux Hotel and Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West are two other good choices for your holiday.
How many gay-friendly accommodation options will I find in Des Moines?
There are currently 60 LGBTQ-friendly lodging options in Des Moines.
What are the top places to visit in Des Moines?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Des Moines has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Des Moines Civic Center and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Wooly's, Science Center of Iowa and Casey's Center.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Des Moines?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Des Moines, hotels affiliated with IGLTA operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Des Moines?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Des Moines, and get a warm welcome from a community you belong to. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer wedding ceremonies and honeymoon packages for same-sex couples.

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