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Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
The price is ฿1,993 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿1,993
฿2,330 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,023 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable, but the floors were very slippery and could be a fall risk. the shower was weak and the shower gel was almost empty"
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,160 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,160
฿3,539 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Great stay! Check in was seamless. Room was clean and nice! Staff helped getting extra bed for our stay. Breakfast was outstanding and family enjoyed the amenities. Thanks Fairfield!"
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,242 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,242
฿2,512 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,260 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,260
฿4,771 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,297 reviews)
"W9n"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,333 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,333
฿2,613 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (1,034 reviews)
"We stayed there 3 years ago and this property has taken a complete nose dive. It is disgustingly filthy. Couldn’t wait to get a refund and run…..by alll means ask me for pictures"
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
The price is ฿3,499 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,499
฿3,919 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and Merle Hay Mall are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (775 reviews)
"Will definitely come back. Right across from city hall. Hotel only a couple years old. Bed was great and breakfast was good. As a family with tall people the shower head was perfect height. Also for a person with long hair, the shower had great pressure, I didn't have to spend 20 minutes rinsing ..."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in Merle Hay
Find the best Merle Hay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in town.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
