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In two weeks
30 Oct - 1 Nov
In two months
11 Dec - 13 Dec
In three months
8 Jan - 10 Jan
In four months
5 Feb - 7 Feb

Our top choices for Des Moines holiday homes

A Staybridge hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

1. Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!

Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!
West Des Moines
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!
A hot tub with a purple light, surrounded by outdoor furniture and string lights.

2. The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
Woodland Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (77 reviews)
"This was a charming house with space for our group of 6. Very clean throughout with comfortable beds. The location made getting around easy."
United States
Chris M.
The price is NZ$580
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling light fixture, a window with blinds, and a door.

3. The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!"
United States
Lily T.
The price is NZ$550
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
A residential house with a well-maintained lawn, a stone pathway, and a variety of trees and shrubs.

4. 1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay and very accommodating host."
United States
Amy K.
The price is NZ$311
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
A staircase leading to a living room with a sofa, a table, and a window with curtains.

5. Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown

Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We loved the house and all the gathering spaces. "
United States
Pat L.
The price is NZ$795
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small white table, and a large round rug. There are two windows with floral curtains, a wooden door, and a white ceiling.

6. Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines

Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines
Beaverdale
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Perfect for our needs. The host was very communicative during our stay and check-in and check-out was simple and smooth. Great value and we would stay here again!"
United States
Michael G.
The price is NZ$489
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

7. • Iconic Lustron home with 2 king beds •

• Iconic Lustron home with 2 king beds •
Windsor Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"We had a week packed full of fun visiting several locations in and around Windsor Heights, Iowa. The place was perfect for our sleeping needs. "
United States
Martina G.
The price is NZ$361
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
• Iconic Lustron home with 2 king beds •
A porch with a teal swing seat, a turquoise door, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

8. Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fairground
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (35 reviews)
"Thank you for the stay. We enjoyed our time there."
United States
Crystal A.
The price is NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
A backyard with a hot tub, wooden deck, outdoor furniture, and string lights.

9. The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14

The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14
Drake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"This was perfect for our family. Close to the Interstate and many attractions around town. We loved this place."
United States
Gayla m.
The price is NZ$650
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14
A residential neighborhood with a house featuring a stone foundation, a sloped roof, and a front yard with a tree and a small garden.

10. Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Good location to downtown. Very comfortable home. Would recommend and would stay again!!"
United States
Melissa W.
The price is NZ$489
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a cityscape view.

11. Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great host, location, and VRBO."
United States
Robin H.
The price is NZ$516
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
A house entrance with a number '1604' on the wall, a wooden front door, and a small porch area with steps.

12. The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake

The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake
Drake
The price is NZ$455
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a microwave, stove, and a dishwasher.

13. Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.

Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful home."
United States
Shayla
The price is NZ$505
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
A two-story house with a garage, a covered porch, and a small attached shed.

14. 3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!

3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!
Drake
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Location was the best feature (walking distance to Drake University and very near the freeway access).The biggest negative was only one bathroom.Cleanliness was just OK."
United States
Rod P.
The price is NZ$457
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!
A kitchen with a window, a sink, and a stove.

15. Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Awesome place and host! Highly recommend"
United States
Melissa H.
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
A living room with a leather sofa, a colorful rug, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

16. 5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair

5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair
Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great property, very clean and had plenty of room for the family. We will definitely be staying again!"
United States
Justin B.
The price is NZ$495
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

17. SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!

SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Wonderful place worked well with the group we were with would recommend to stay here. Location was great close to everything and still secluded."
United States
Mike W.
The price is NZ$1,063
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
A living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, a sofa, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.

18. Ankeny 3BR Duplex, King Bed, Workspace & Game Room

Ankeny 3BR Duplex, King Bed, Workspace & Game Room
Ankeny
7.0 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"Our stay at this location was perfect for our plans. It was close to the trails in the downtown area with easy access to restaurants & bars. The house was easy to check into & clean. Communication with host was quick & responsive. We will definitely look into booking again."
United States
Amy S.
The price is NZ$681
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ankeny 3BR Duplex, King Bed, Workspace & Game Room
A living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

19. Fun Backyard ~Close to Downtown~Pet Friendly~4BDRM

Fun Backyard ~Close to Downtown~Pet Friendly~4BDRM
Drake
2.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Property was not clean, furniture had stains, smelled of smoke and overall not as advertised in the photos. We had to cancel the booking without staying even 30 minutes on the property. The host refused to provide a refund, even though the booking was made the night before and we didn’t use the property at all. "
United States
Mahsa M.
The price is NZ$640
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Fun Backyard ~Close to Downtown~Pet Friendly~4BDRM
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a deck and chairs.

20. Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.

Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.
Clive
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"The house is nicely equipped and very comfortable. We enjoyed our stay! "
United States
Kristin H.
The price is NZ$866
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.
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Top Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good
"It was a simple clean hotel and room, close to the airport. There was only one place within walking distance to eat. Over all it was a nice place to stay."
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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Des Moines Holiday Homes information

Number of reviews
436
Accommodation
203 Holiday Homes
Lowest Price
NZ$274
Highest Price
NZ$1,063