Search Motels in Prairie City

If you're having trouble locating a motel in Prairie City, allow Expedia help you find motels or similar properties from over 604 accommodation choices in the larger area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.

Motels often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.

Here are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is located 31 km from the heart of Prairie City. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Central Prairie City is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) away. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi, self-parking and a casino shuttle. Located 14.2 mi (22.9 km) from the heart of Prairie City. Cozy Rest Motel: Central Prairie City is 18.8 mi (30.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and concierge services are available during your stay. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton: 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from the heart of Prairie City. Enjoy access to the business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Red Rock and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Adventureland, National Sprint Car Hall of Fame and Science Center of Iowa. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Iowa Speedway, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino and Outlets of Des Moines.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Prairie City to help you plan yours. 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 Prairie City are January, March, November and February, with each month seeing an average of 17 cm of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Prairie City to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 21.8 mi (35.1 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.