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A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Ankeny

Dave

S$111

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a floral mural.

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

2. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

West Des Moines

Clinton J

S$107

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

Jennifer

S$150

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Clive

Toni

S$117

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.

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.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines

Terry

S$145

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a window view of the pool area.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a brick facade.

A hotel lobby with glass doors, a reception desk, seating area, and a blue carpet.

A buffet with labeled sections for omelets and cheese.

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

Downtown Des Moines

Meg

S$156

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a brick facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a clear entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

7. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

West Des Moines

Chad

S$126

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a blue sofa and chairs, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious lobby with a curved blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with chairs. There is a staircase with a railing leading to an upper level.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator, and a colorful carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.

8. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

West Des Moines

Cicely

S$138

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

8/10 Good

"It was clean and reasonable for the price. Staff however could be a little more helpful in explaining breakfast times and having room ready at time of check-in."

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"L"

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

8/10 Good

"I stayed for a week and had a very comfortable stay. Lots of restaurants and stores close by. Quick access to the interstate. Like at least one other has said, they need to get at least one ice machine real bad."

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Everything is awesome!"

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

8/10 Good

"love it"

Frequently asked questions

What's the best dog-friendly hotel in Des Moines?

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines is a top dog-friendly hotel, and offers a water park and a restaurant for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Wildwood Lodge and GrandStay Hotel & Suites.

How many hotels that welcome pets can I expect to find in Des Moines?

Enjoy travelling with your furry pal at one of Expedia's 157 dog-friendly Des Moines hotels or accommodation options.

What's the best time of year to travel to Des Moines with my pet?

When you travel with your pet, keeping tabs on the weather can help you make the trip more safe and fun for everyone. 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 Des Moines are January, February, November and March, with each month seeing an average of 22 cm of snowfall.

What is there to see and do with your pet in Des Moines?

Known for its sports, Des Moines has lots to offer visitors, including its festivals, live music and theatres. See the local sights and visit World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Des Moines Civic Center. While you're there, make sure you don't miss Wooly's and EMC Expo Center.

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Our top choices for Des Moines pet-friendly hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

2. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University