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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr in Urbandale From US $130
         

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5.2 (479 Reviews)
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Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Tropics Resort & Conference Ctr
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Luxury Places to Stay in Des Moines

Over 1754+ Luxury Places to Stay in or Near Des Moines
Corporate Executive Home King Beds Strong Wi-Fi in Urbandale From US $2,661
         

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Corporate Executive Home King Beds Strong Wi-Fi
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Luxe King Room in Iconic Setting – Moments From Dining & Attractions in Des Moines From US $2,378
         

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Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM in West Des Moines From US $1,408
         

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Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM
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Epic Corporate Apartment @ Hotel Pommier in Indianola From US $1,276
         

9.4 (3 Reviews)
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Epic Corporate Apartment @ Hotel Pommier
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Private Oasis with Luxury Heated Pool, Hot Tub & 100" TV in Clive From US $1,145
         

10.0 (1 Review)
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Private Oasis with Luxury Heated Pool, Hot Tub & 100" TV
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HUGE 9-10 bedroom w/Gorgeous 120K Remodel - Great for XL Families or Contractors in Polk City From US $992
         

9.2 (9 Reviews)
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HUGE 9-10 bedroom w/Gorgeous 120K Remodel - Great for XL Families or Contractors
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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines in Altoona From US $991
         

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7.5 (92 Reviews)
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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
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Elegant Touches Near Wells Fargo Arena – Stay in Gorgeous Queen Rooms - 2 Units in Des Moines From US $965
         

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Elegant Touches Near Wells Fargo Arena – Stay in Gorgeous Queen Rooms - 2 Units
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Top-Rated Vacation Rentals with a Pool in Des Moines

Over 379+ Top-Rated Vacation Rentals with a Pool in or Near Des Moines
Relaxing Retreat with Gym and Game Room in Waukee From US $147
         

10.0 (32 Reviews)
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Relaxing Retreat with Gym and Game Room
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A Grimes Family Getaway near Des Moines with Seasonal Swimming Pool Sleeps 12 in Grimes From US $595
         

10.0 (28 Reviews)
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A Grimes Family Getaway near Des Moines with Seasonal Swimming Pool Sleeps 12
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Huge Home, Gym, Game Room, Spa, BBQ, Near I-35 in Ankeny From US $510
         

10.0 (24 Reviews)
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Huge Home, Gym, Game Room, Spa, BBQ, Near I-35
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Heated Pool Hot Tub PicklebalMovieTheaterPoolTable GameR Golf in Des Moines From US $946
         

10.0 (12 Reviews)
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Heated Pool Hot Tub PicklebalMovieTheaterPoolTable GameR Golf
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Luxury Pool Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub, Gym & More! in Clive From US $432
         

10.0 (11 Reviews)
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Luxury Pool Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub, Gym & More!
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Exclusive, Pool, Massage Chair, Jordan Creek in West Des Moines From US $160
         

10.0 (5 Reviews)
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Exclusive, Pool, Massage Chair, Jordan Creek
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Urban Oasis in Des Moines From US $460
         

10.0 (3 Reviews)
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Urban Oasis
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Warm and Welcoming Suite | Free Breakfast, Indoor Pool + Hot Tub in Des Moines From US $280
         

10.0 (2 Reviews)
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Warm and Welcoming Suite | Free Breakfast, Indoor Pool + Hot Tub
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Pet-Friendly Vacation Rentals in Des Moines

Over 569+ Pet-Friendly Vacation Rentals in or Near Des Moines
Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios in Des Moines From US $355
         

10.0 (63 Reviews)
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Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
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By State Fair 5 bedrooms 2 baths in Des Moines From US $299
         

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10.0 (6 Reviews)
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By State Fair 5 bedrooms 2 baths
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Endless Fun! Family Home w/Spacious Yard in Clive in Clive From US $483
         

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Endless Fun! Family Home w/Spacious Yard in Clive
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Spacious home with game room - Close to everything! in Ankeny From US $475
         

10.0 (61 Reviews)
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Spacious home with game room - Close to everything!
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Beautiful Home in Town Acreage in Altoona From US $304
         

10.0 (50 Reviews)
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Beautiful Home in Town Acreage
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Luxury condo. 2 car garage, rooftop patio. Perfect for work or play! in Des Moines From US $280
         

10.0 (47 Reviews)
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Luxury condo. 2 car garage, rooftop patio. Perfect for work or play!
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Enjoy golf course views with hot tub and fire pit. Three bedrooms, sleeps seven. in Altoona From US $241
         

10.0 (41 Reviews)
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Enjoy golf course views with hot tub and fire pit. Three bedrooms, sleeps seven.
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Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235. in Des Moines From US $276
         

10.0 (40 Reviews)
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Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.
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Large Vacation Homes & Villas in Des Moines

Over 254+ Large Vacation Homes & Villas in or Near Des Moines
The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10 in Des Moines From US $343
         

10.0 (74 Reviews)
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The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
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Lux finishes 4 bedroom DSM home Great location in Des Moines From US $267
         

10.0 (3 Reviews)
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Lux finishes 4 bedroom DSM home Great location
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Big Groups~Game Room~5Bedroom~Kids Toys~Office in Des Moines From US $782
         

10.0 (2 Reviews)
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Big Groups~Game Room~5Bedroom~Kids Toys~Office
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Executive Living 2min to Jordan Creek 6 bed/5 bath near Jordan Creek Mall! in West Des Moines From US $377
         

10.0 (57 Reviews)
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Executive Living 2min to Jordan Creek 6 bed/5 bath near Jordan Creek Mall!
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Stellar 4 bedroom home, newly renovated in Ankeny in Ankeny From US $413
         

10.0 (44 Reviews)
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Stellar 4 bedroom home, newly renovated in Ankeny
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URBAN RETREAT - 4 BEDROOM HOUSE, FAMILY FRIENDLY with ARCADE, GAMES. in West Des Moines From US $293
         

10.0 (44 Reviews)
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URBAN RETREAT - 4 BEDROOM HOUSE, FAMILY FRIENDLY with ARCADE, GAMES.
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Historic Home in the Heart of Perry in Perry From US $452
         

10.0 (41 Reviews)
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Historic Home in the Heart of Perry
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Spacious and clean 4-bedroom townhome in Urbandale with fitness room, WiFi in Urbandale From US $340
         

10.0 (32 Reviews)
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Spacious and clean 4-bedroom townhome in Urbandale with fitness room, WiFi
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Wheelchair Accessible Vacation Homes in Des Moines

Over 618+ Wheelchair Accessible Vacation Homes in or Near Des Moines
Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking in Des Moines From US $223
         

10.0 (26 Reviews)
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Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking
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Olive Oasis in Des Moines From US $251
         

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9.3 (3 Reviews)
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Olive Oasis
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Des Lux Hotel in Des Moines From US $189
         

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9.8 (1085 Reviews)
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Des Lux Hotel
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Cozy 1-bedroom condo in the heart of Des Moines in Des Moines From US $222
         

10.0 (12 Reviews)
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Cozy 1-bedroom condo in the heart of Des Moines
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Boho Loft/Skyline View/Walk to Arena Events in Des Moines From US $342
         

10.0 (7 Reviews)
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Boho Loft/Skyline View/Walk to Arena Events
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Comfortable 1 Bedroom, Gym, Social Room, Balcony in Waukee From US $223
         

10.0 (7 Reviews)
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Comfortable 1 Bedroom, Gym, Social Room, Balcony
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Stylish and cozy studio near Western Gateway Park, combining comfort, convenience, and a prime Downtown location. in Des Moines From US $194
         

10.0 (5 Reviews)
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Stylish and cozy studio near Western Gateway Park, combining comfort, convenience, and a prime Downtown location.
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Stunning Downtown Studio with Rooftop Patio in Des Moines From US $221
         

10.0 (4 Reviews)
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Stunning Downtown Studio with Rooftop Patio
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Des Moines Vacation Rentals and Airbnb Places to Stay Under $200

Over 936+ Des Moines Vacation Rentals and Airbnb Places to Stay Under $200
2-bedroom vacation home just 3 minutes drive to Drake University in Des Moines From US $178
         

10.0 (69 Reviews)
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2-bedroom vacation home just 3 minutes drive to Drake University
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Cozy Modern 2 BD, 2 1/2 Bath townhome in Ankeny From US $90
         

10.0 (2 Reviews)
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Cozy Modern 2 BD, 2 1/2 Bath townhome
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines in Urbandale From US $118
         

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9.8 (24 Reviews)
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Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines
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The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville in Johnston From US $172
         

10.0 (32 Reviews)
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The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville
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Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines in Des Moines From US $183
         

10.0 (28 Reviews)
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Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
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Stylish Stay Near Dwntwn + Airport in Des Moines From US $199
         

10.0 (21 Reviews)
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Stylish Stay Near Dwntwn + Airport
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Cozy 3-bedroom Beaverdale Brick in Des Moines From US $164
         

10.0 (19 Reviews)
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Cozy 3-bedroom Beaverdale Brick
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The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA in Indianola From US $190
         

10.0 (17 Reviews)
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The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
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Instantly Bookable Vacation Homes in Des Moines

Over 910+ Instantly Bookable Vacation Homes in or Near Des Moines
This house is in a quiet neighborhood near major attractions. in Pleasant Hill From US $256
         

9.8 (110 Reviews)
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This house is in a quiet neighborhood near major attractions.
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Downtown 2BD 2.5BA townhouse w/free garage parking in Des Moines From US $179
         

10.0 (22 Reviews)
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Downtown 2BD 2.5BA townhouse w/free garage parking
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Newly Remodeled Brick Home with wall Sculptures by the Airport in Des Moines From US $276
         

10.0 (61 Reviews)
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Newly Remodeled Brick Home with wall Sculptures by the Airport
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Charming Winterset Vacation Rental w/Yard & Patio in Winterset From US $326
         

10.0 (44 Reviews)
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Charming Winterset Vacation Rental w/Yard & Patio
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Spacious 4BR Home WiFi Family-Friendly Waukee in Waukee From US $441
         

10.0 (34 Reviews)
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Spacious 4BR Home WiFi Family-Friendly Waukee
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Lux 4-Bedroom DSM Home, Great Location! in Des Moines From US $485
         

10.0 (30 Reviews)
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Lux 4-Bedroom DSM Home, Great Location!
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Spacious Ranch Home-5 BR, including 2 King Suites! in Des Moines From US $575
         

10.0 (29 Reviews)
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Spacious Ranch Home-5 BR, including 2 King Suites!
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A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook! in Des Moines From US $224
         

10.0 (29 Reviews)
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A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook!
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About Des Moines Vacation Rentals

Looking for last-minute deals, or finding the best deals available for cottages, condos, private villas, and large vacation homes? With Lakesresorts Des Moines, you have the flexibility of comparing different options of various deals with a single click. Looking for a rental by owner with the best swimming pools, hot tubs, allows pets, or even those with huge master suite bedrooms and have large screen televisions? You can find vacation rentals by owner, and other popular Airbnb-style properties in Des Moines. Places to stay near Des Moines are 290.63 ft² on average, with prices averaging US $130 a night.

Lakesresorts makes it easy and safe to find and compare vacation rentals in Des Moines with prices often at a 30-40% discount versus the price of a hotel. Just search for your destination and secure your reservation today.

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★ Pro Tip: Lakesresorts makes it easy to compare the best listings on Lakesresorts homes from online vacation rental OTAs, including Booking.com and more. Use the Advanced Filter feature at the top to easily flip between Lakesresorts homes, vacation rentals, bed and breakfasts, private Airbnb-style rentals availability, eco-friendly properties, property type, cancellation policies, prices, and several different options. All these make it easier to find the perfect accommodation for your next vacation in Des Moines.

Weather in Des Moines

View the weather forecast for Des Moines before booking your Des Moines Vacation Rentals to confirm your best time to go.

December - February
High 60°F       Low 26°F
March - May
High 77°F       Low 40°F
June - August
High 91°F       Low 64°F
September - November
High 84°F       Low 38°F

Top Attractions Around Des Moines, IA

Lakesresorts offers a large selection of top attractions around Des Moines. Research things to do on your vacation before you visit Des Moines.


Wells Fargo Arena Adventureland Iowa State Fairgrounds Jordan Creek Town Center Drake University Iowa Events Center Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino Des Moines Civic Center Blank Park Zoo Hoyt Sherman Place Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Val Air Ballroom Living History Farms Iowa State Capitol Building 801 Grand West Glen Town Center Principal Park Merle Hay Mall Des Moines Art Center Hy Vee Hall

Other Places to Stay Near Des Moines, IA


Polk County 873 Properties Downtown Des Moines 412 Properties Lee 191 Properties Principal Riverwalk 179 Properties West Des Moines 135 Properties Ankeny 61 Properties Dallas County 52 Properties Johnston 48 Properties Urbandale 43 Properties Altoona 41 Properties Waukee 36 Properties Warren County 27 Properties

Complexes around Des Moines, IA


Des Moines 15 Properties Meadows Casino Racetrack Hotel 3 Properties Q Car Moines 12 Properties Downtown 6 Properties Days Inn 3 Properties Americinn 3 Properties Moines Downtown 7 Properties Des Moines 4 Properties Ramada 3 Properties Comfort Inn Suites Event 3 Properties Country Inn 3 Properties Econo Lodge Inn Suites Fairgrounds 3 Properties Hampton Inn Des 3 Properties Microtel Inn 3 Properties Quality Inn Indianola 3 Properties
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Des Moines Vacation Rental Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top vacation rentals in Des Moines?

There are a lot of options in Des Moines. If you plan on staying in the Des Moines area, consider making a reservation for a few nights at one of these properties as these have been rated the Top Vacation Rentals in Des Moines:

How many vacation rentals are available in Des Moines?

Currently, the total number of properties listed in 2026 is over 1 in the Des Moines area, and still counting. By aggregating listings from multiple websites, offers an immense amount of choice of the best properties in Des Moines.