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Des Moines, United States
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Travel insights for holiday rentals in Des Moines

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a holiday rental in Des Moines including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Des Moines?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Des Moines is April ($318). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Des Moines is October ($638).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Des Moines?

The cheapest day to stay in Des Moines is Thursday ($214). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $478.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Des Moines?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 34 days before your trip to Des Moines. The lowest price found when booking 34 days ahead was $85 per night.
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Cheapest holiday rentals in Des Moines, Iowa

Discover affordable stays in Des Moines that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Des Moines can be found for as low as $224 per night. There is currently one property in Des Moines that can be booked for this price. Historical Oscar Lofquist house in the heart of Des Moines is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Des Moines. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
These Des Moines properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Historical Oscar Lofquist house in the heart of Des Moines
Historical Oscar Lofquist house in the heart of Des Moines

Historical Oscar Lofquist house in the heart of Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, United States
3.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$224
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Des Moines

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Des Moines. There are 375 hotels in Des Moines and price data was last updated on 24 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Des Moines is $274/night.
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Motel 6 Des Moines Ia
Motel 6 Des Moines Ia

Motel 6 Des Moines Ia

4940 Northeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States
7.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
Avg. per night
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Cozy Rest Motel
Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel

2316 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$127
Avg. per night
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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

929 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Pool
Airport shuttle
$185
Avg. per night
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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

1810 Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA, United States
6.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Pool
$121
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Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA
Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

11414 Forest Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States
12.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$106
Avg. per night
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

120 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA, United States
0.9 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$194
Avg. per night
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Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Quality Inn and Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

4995 Northwest Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA, United States
9.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$109
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Where to stay in Des Moines

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Des Moines to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Utilise the map to find properties close to the Des Moines area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. As an added benefit, users can click a holiday rental they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that holiday rental.

Facts about staying in Des Moines

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Des Moines to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 April 2025.

  • How much does a holiday rental in Des Moines cost?

    $274 per night is how much a holiday rental in Des Moines costs, on average. $6 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $248 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that Des Moines holiday rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is October, and the cheapest time to book is February.

  • What part of Des Moines is best to stay in?

    Downtown is the best part of the city to stay in if you’re looking for a holiday rental in Des Moines. The Sleepover Premier Downtown Des Moines Apartments is our most popular holiday rental in this neighbourhood. While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Des Moines, 99% of HotelsCombined users searched for rentals in Downtown in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice.

  • Are there any Motel holiday rentals in Des Moines?

    If you’re looking to book a Motel holiday rental in Des Moines, then you have 13 to choose from. We recommend looking at Motel 6 Des Moines Ia as it’s currently the most popular Motel rental among our users.

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