Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool
Breakfast area
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
$65
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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410 E 30th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50317
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State Capitol Building
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 340 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Hotel in Fairground
An indoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds offers 69 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds features an indoor pool, a vending machine, and express check-out. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Des Moines hotel also offers a television in a common area and an elevator. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

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Econo Lodge Fairgrounds Des Moines
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 121 out of 1001 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger said

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room where too small! Elevator went out and have a son in a wheelchair
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well kept friendly workers felt safe nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
TV not operating. Staff replaced missing cable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I paid extra for a suite with Two beds and a couch and they out me in just a regular room . The door bell they have for after hours doesn’t work and when you call the hotel no one answers . This hotel used to be a great value and a decent pace to stay but I think it has changed hands and they just don’t care anymore .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jody

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Exceeded my expectations. Location to State fair excellent. Enjoyed having a safe. The pool pleasant. Overall, the hotel could have a refresh updated look, but I found it perfect, as was the staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

DANNY

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not again

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I’ve stayed in better hotels for less than I paid; definitely not worth the what we paid. Room smelled/ felt musty. Creepy guy always in the lobby watching our every move at night- made us uncomfortable; not sure if staff, guest, or what.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Urine in the stairwell. Dust in the corner of every room
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pool was literally green rooms smelled shower barely worked the breakfast 2 cereal dispensers and some orange juice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

DIXIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just not used to street traffic noise. Nice staff and clean!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The only complaint would be the mold on ceiling above the tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

KENNETH

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brittly

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alison

Disliked: Staff & service
The owner/manager is the absolute worst type of person to be in his position. Hangs up on customers and refuses to take phone calls. He will not help solve issues or even attempt to have a conversation about issues. Absolutely the worst hotel i have ever come across in my life!!! Choice hotel brand should be ashamed to be associated with this gentleman!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Manuela

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty carpeting
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lilia

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Markayla

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the service that was given Very respectful Kind Safe stability I love this hotel and I will always spend my money here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Todd

Disliked: Amenities
The hot tub seems to be broke down and not sure they are repairing it. The breakfast is mediocre! The rooms are ok, it’s a cheap place to sleep !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025