Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
An indoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-out are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area offers 69 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Iowa State Fairgrounds. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an indoor pool.
Free WiFi
Free self parking
Take a swim in the indoor pool
Amenities include an elevator, a vending machine, and TV in a common area
Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
Just a 2-minute drive from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 7 minutes from Casey's Center
Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area also features a television in a common area and an elevator. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Des Moines hotel.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Things to do
Indoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
Pool hoist on site
Visual alarms in hallways
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
More
3 floors
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Heating (climate-controlled)
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
Indoor pool
Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
Indoor pool
Hot tub
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 30 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
Property is also known as
Econo Lodge Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Fairgrounds Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Inn Fairgrounds Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn Suites Fairgrounds
Econo & Suites Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Hotel
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Hotel Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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Their breakfast is soooo good! I was really impressed. I thought there might be fruit and bagels, but they had sausage gravy and biscuits, a waffle maker, boiled eggs, fruit, yogurt, oatmeal, juices, milk, coffee! It was fantastic! Plus the price was great. Total BARGAIN and easy to get everywhere in DesMoines.
Tammy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Bryan
21 Apr 2026
Overall just fine. Breakfast space was small. And too many people smoking near the main entrance causing me to walk through it to get in and out.
Place was falling apart. The heating and air didnt work there was huge gap in door. The jaccuzi was closed but nothing was mentioned on there web page. The pool was supper cold. And the place smelled like pot.
Parrish
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
John
14 Apr 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Everything was great except when I was checking in and the desk guy said I was declined but then gave me the 3 room cards and said he would figure it out. It was a little embarrassing especially after I got an email saying enjoy your stay.
Nothing fancy, but the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was friendly. I'd stay here again,
Teri
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Amber
12 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean. Beds comfy. Hotel outdated. Room was very overpriced. Guests above me would running and jumping around after 10pm, and a dog 2 doors down from me would bark non-stop. Not the best experience.
Pictures showed a hot tub. Hot tub had boards laid over it and pool area was not the cleanest.
Our room had a spill under the bed from previous guests and ants were happy to feast on the uncleaned floor
Breakfast was supposed to be ready at 6. We went down at 6:45,
No coffee and only cold cereal
We will not be staying here again.
Pool shut down. Lobby was dirty. Stored supplies right behind counter on wall like trash bags etc. Room had a stained couch, trim fell off wall. Walked out right away.
Jeffrey
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Katelyn
2 Apr 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was not aware the facility was under construction. Entire room smelled terribly of paint. Every noise can be heard, parking was fine, staff was polite, was able to check in early. Pool closed at 8:30, which to me is really early compared to most hotels so we didn’t get to use that.
Katelyn
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Christina
12 Mar 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The sheets and blankets were all stained floors were not clean. Pool was ok. Weren’t there long. Breakfast was alright. Maid was nice. There was bug looking eggs in bed.
Parking was convenient, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. They even went the extra mile to ensure I was placed on the first floor, as I needed to use my walker.
The room itself was clean; however, the door’s safety lock was broken, and the shower diverter would not engage properly. As a result, the water pressure during the shower was poor, with water continuing to flow from the spout.