TOP Family-Friendly Hotels in Des Moines, IA for 2026

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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.

฿2,766 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

Splash into family adventure with kid-friendly games, complimentary breakfast, and airport shuttle service at this Des Moines hotel.

฿3,697 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

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.

฿3,129 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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 Centre.

฿3,297 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

West Des Moines

฿3,597 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

Des Moines

฿5,000 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

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

West Des Moines

Family fun with free breakfast, indoor pool, and premium TV channels at this Jordan Creek Town Centre hotel.

฿4,025 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Greater South Side

A family playground with indoor pool, hot tub, and free airport shuttle awaits at this Greater South Side hotel minutes from the zoo.

฿4,318 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

฿2,766 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

฿2,305 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

฿3,871 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

฿5,086 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Greater South Side

฿4,318 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Fairground

฿2,602 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

฿5,353 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines

฿3,963 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

฿2,766 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills

฿3,697 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Greater South Side

฿2,305 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Fairground

฿2,602 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

฿3,871 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

Des Moines

฿5,000 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jul - 4 Jul

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

฿5,086 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"Q"

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"I never write reviews but my experience was amazing and deserves to be talked about. I picked this hotel because it was close to the Event Center for a full weekend convention we were attending. It ended up being right across the street, SO convenient! We arrived around 1ish, I went into the hotel to see if we could park there early and then come back over to check in after 3 and the wonderful lady at the desk let us check in early! It was such a nice surprise to not have to leave our bags in the car and to be able to run up to our room and freshen up after driving and everything. Our room was nice and clean. Fridge was cold, microwave worked, AC stayed on all night. The view of the water/city is also really pretty at night. Our floor also was relatively quiet at night which was also a plus. Breakfast was decent, typical hotel breakfast. Well stocked for how busy it was, no complaints. Check out was seamless and when we checked out, they let us keep our car parked there until the afternoon so we could attend the final day of our convention without paying parking somewhere else. So that also was an amazing perk. We will most definetly stay again next year!!"

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

4/10 Poor

"We came for a girls trip to spend time in the pool and relax at “the cottages” at Stoney creek. When we arrived we were told the pool and hot tub are closed for renovation, the reservation can not be changed because it it’s to close to the check-in time so we would be fully charged. The room we booked was to have a balcony or patio, it did not. We did not stay. Returned keys and left. Very disappointing."

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

2/10 Terrible

"The air conditioner was barely trickling out anything cold. When we woke up in the morning it was almost 80° in our room. The TV did not work at all. It's been a known issue for a while and they didn't bother to mention any of it on check-in. No discount was offered because we looked through hotels.com. I would never stay there again"

Frequently asked questions

What's Des Moines like for family-friendly holidays?

The destination of Des Moines is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with your children. The cycling trails, swimming spots and festivals are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from the centre of Des Moines.

What's the best family accommodation in Des Moines?

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is a hotel with an indoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your family trip include Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and Hilton Des Moines Downtown.

How many family hotels will I find in Des Moines?

Expedia has 27 hotels in Des Moines that are perfect for families.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Des Moines?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Des Moines are January, February, November and March, with each month seeing an average of 22 cm of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Des Moines?

While you and your family are staying in Des Moines, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market and Wooly's. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Casey's Center and Principal Park.

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Our top choices for Des Moines family-friendly hotels

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

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

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

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

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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