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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,068 reviews)
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is beautiful and was great for our stay in Des Moines.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,788 reviews)
Impeccable

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3 out of 5
2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Everything was great

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,679 reviews)
Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,027 reviews)
Wonderful, friendly staff. Stunning lobby! The room was large and immaculate.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (702 reviews)
Staff is GREAT! Love to see the same staff from visit to visit.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

3 out of 5
295 South 64th st West Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
everything was perfect

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great big room, very clean, nicely appointed! Very friendly and welcoming staff!

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

3 out of 5
1236 Jordan Creek Pkwy West Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
👍

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Only thing I'd say needed to be done is I've noticed not every room has an ice bucket & don't understand the 3 pillow thing either.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
The staff were nice but the tvs never work

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

3 out of 5
2100 Green Hills Drive Ames IA
  • 4 min drive from Iowa State University
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ames. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,187 reviews)
Everything about this hotel is top-notch

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
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.

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