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

The cheapest day to stay in Des Moines is Tuesday ($95). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $226.

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Other accommodations in Des Moines

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in Des Moines. There are 316 hotels in Des Moines and price data was last updated on March 13, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Des Moines is .
Motel 6-Des Moines, Ia - North
Motel 6-Des Moines, Ia - North

Motel 6-Des Moines, Ia - North

4940 Northeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$57
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
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Pool
Airport shuttle
$111
Avg. per night
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Red Roof Inn Des Moines
Red Roof Inn Des Moines

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

5020 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$59
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
4.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Pool
$66
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Des Moines

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Facts about staying in Des Moines

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

    $144 per night is how much a vacation rental in Des Moines costs, on average. $31 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $134 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that Des Moines vacation rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is August, and the cheapest time to book is August.

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

    The best neighborhood to stay in Des Moines is Downtown, according to our user data. 5% of our users who looked for vacation rentals in Des Moines searched for properties in the Downtown area. If you’re also interested in booking a vacation rental in Downtown, consider the Quiet 1 Bed Studio Heart Of Downtown - the neighborhood’s most popular rental property.

  • Are there any Motel vacation rentals in Des Moines?

    At the moment, there are 13 properties listed as a Motel vacation rental in Des Moines. A popular Motel in Des Moines amongst our users is Motel 6-Des Moines, Ia - North.

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