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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
The price is $122 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
$122
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
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! (1,629 reviews)
"The entire staff was friendly the entirety of my stay, which was multiple weeks, the pizza was fantastic and they even offered to let me go in for breakfast early since I had to be at work before breakfast hours. I will definitely be back if I work in the area again!"

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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
The price is $143 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$143
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (917 reviews)
"Loved this place. Awesome place!"

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
The price is $165 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$165
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (945 reviews)
"Very cool hotel"

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025

Surety Hotel
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
The price is $78 per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$78
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6/10 (345 reviews)
"The rooms need updated but the pool and bar area is great! Nice that there is lifeguards."

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
The price is $189 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$189
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"The Des Lux is an interesting, comfortable hotel. Everywhere you look, there is something to catch your eye. We have stayed here several times, and never had a complaint."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
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
The price is $112 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$112
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 3-star 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! (750 reviews)
"Close to Drake University and close to some good restaurants"

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
2.5 out of 5
1785 11th Street NW, Altoona, IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
The price is $96 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$96
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Altoona. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,586 reviews)
"Pool wasn't heated hear people upstairs"

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
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
The price is $78 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
$78
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,438 reviews)
"Friendly desk, easy transportation from airport. Very dated loud heater/ac. Sink in disrepair"

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Days Inn & Suites 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
The price is $122 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
$122
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,003 reviews)
"This property is a great location for the Iowa State University campus. It’s up-to-date decor is nice. Also room is very clean. No complaints here!"

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2025

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
The price is $115 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$115
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Close and convenient to the airport."

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
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
The price is $98 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$98
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Good clean place to stay. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
  • 1 hour drive from Iowa State University
The price is $64 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
$64
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (784 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
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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