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An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.
A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

1. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Johnston
United States
Jacklyn J
RM372
RM416 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a brick fireplace, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a rack of dumbbells.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a tiled floor, and a seating area with chairs and a plant.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

2. Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
Ames
United States
Sanjeeva
RM352
RM395 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a water dispenser.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Abdifatah
RM271
RM303 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.
A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.

4. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lovington
United States
Colton
RM241
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.
A vending machine with snacks and a Coca-Cola machine.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a TV screen, and a poster on the wall.
A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.

5. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines
United States
petro
RM257
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.
A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and a wall-mounted TV.
A modern kitchen with a blue-tiled backsplash, a built-in refrigerator, and a variety of breakfast items on the counter.
A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
Johnston
United States
Robin
RM364
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.
A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

7. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Tom
RM465
RM521 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.
A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.
A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Thomas
RM378
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a refrigerator, and a kitchenette.
A modern building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, and two brown sofas.

9. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Forest City
United States
Deanna
RM412
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Forest City
Pool
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a bench, and a wall-mounted mirror.
A gym with a treadmill, elliptical, and weight machine.
Reception

10. Crossroads Hotel and Event Center

Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
Fort Dodge
United States
Tanya
RM294
RM330 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Crossroads Hotel and Event Center
A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.
A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

11. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Southwestern Hills
United States
Breanna
RM364
RM408 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central courtyard with a flower bed, and a well-maintained lawn.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV displaying a sunflower image, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned bedspread.
A dome-shaped building surrounded by a garden with various flowers and plants.
A clean, modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television screen, and a sign encouraging guests to save more for travel.

12. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
Marquisville
United States
Edward
RM250
RM280 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
A dog lying on a bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a pool ladder.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Downtown Des Moines
United States
Joe
RM421
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A restaurant with a stone wall, multiple tables, chairs, a counter, and a television.
A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.
A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Greater South Side
United States
Barbara
RM269
RM302 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and lounge chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with a green sofa, a striped armchair, a black leather chair, a small table with a lamp, and framed artwork on the wall.
A wooden table with a laptop, a telephone, and a glass of iced tea.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
Grinnell
United States
Steven
RM396
RM443 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grinnell, IA
A modern dining area with a kitchen in the background, a flat-screen TV displaying "Free Wi-Fi All Rooms", and a ceiling fan.
A swimming pool with a tiled floor and walls, surrounded by chairs and tables.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.
A hotel room with a desk, chair, TV, lamp, and a mirror.

16. Sonesta Essential Ames

Sonesta Essential Ames
Ames
United States
Bertis
RM257
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sonesta Essential Ames
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.
A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.
A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.
A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

17. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Ankeny
United States
Brian
RM382
RM428 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
An indoor swimming pool with wooden ceiling, clear glass windows, and a sun clock.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a red chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A living room with a sectional sofa, a red armchair, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
Cedar Falls
United States
Douglas
RM348
RM406 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cedar Falls, IA
A kitchen area with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a display of food items.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by tiled walls and wooden beams.
A Country Inn & Suites hotel with a large parking lot, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large clock on the wall.

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
Ames
United States
Brandy
RM294
RM329 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA
A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a large window.
A hotel room with a desk, a red chair, a TV mounted on the wall, a coffee maker, and a water dispenser.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a flat-screen TV.
A reception area with a counter, a brown leather chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Altoona
United States
Abby
RM268
RM300 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
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RM414
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2 Nov - 3 Nov
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RM389
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includes taxes & fees
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