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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 day to stay in a vacation rental in Des Moines?

The cheapest day to stay in Des Moines is Tuesday ($102). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $216.

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 $54 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 $142 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 30 April 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest vacation rentals available in Des Moines for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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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
$142
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 376 hotels in Des Moines and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Des Moines is .
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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
$63
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
$81
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
$118
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
$81
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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
$70
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
$124
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
$70
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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 30 April 2025.
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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 30 April 2025.

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

    The average cost for a holiday rental in Des Moines is $166/night. A good holiday rental deal in Des Moines would be for $154/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was $4/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking October, the most expensive month of the year. Booking February is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in Des Moines.

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

    Downtown is the best part of Des Moines to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at Des Moines holiday rentals, 99% of them looked for stays in the Downtown neighbourhood in the last year. The Sleepover Premier Downtown Des Moines Apartments happens to be the most popular holiday rental in the Downtown neighbourhood of Des Moines.

  • Are there any Motel holiday rentals in Des Moines?

    Yes, there are 13 Motel holiday rentals in Des Moines. According to our data, Cozy Rest Motel is currently the most popular Motel rental in the city.

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