Fairfield Inn & Suites
The one-bedroom suites feature not only have a Jacuzzi tub, but they also have a gas fireplace and LCD television. In the western area of town, the hotel is located conveniently near interstates 80 and 35. Biking and fitness trails as well as tennis and volleyball are nearby, and skiing or hiking can be accessed within an hour's drive. Valley View Aquatic Center, a local water park, is also close to the hotel. The hotel offers a complementary hot breakfast and a price of approximately $129 per night (as of October 2009).
Fairfield Inn & Suites
7225 Vista Drive West
Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 225-6100
www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-rooms/dsmwf-fairfield-inn-and-suites-des-moines-west
Quality Inn & Suites
This hotel is located in the central part of the city and is close to many popular attractions. It is adjacent to the Iowa Events Center. It offers Jacuzzi tubs in some rooms, free high-speed Internet access and free parking. The hotel has a fitness center, which is free for guests, and is walking distance to several additional convention and events venues. The Des Moines Botanical Center is also located nearby. The one-bedroom suite, available for approximately $169 per night (as of October 2009), features a separate living room with a river view.
Quality Inn &Suites
929 3rd Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 282-5251
www.qualityinn.com/?sid=D1i5M.KMCthgNwt.1
Country Inn & Suites
Located off Interstate 35 near downtown Des Moines, this hotel is perfect for the business or pleasure traveler. Adventureland Park and the Blank Park Zoo are a short drive away. You also can relax in the heated indoor pool or work up a sweat in the fitness center that features stationary bicycles, treadmills, and free weights. This hotel offers a free deluxe continental breakfast and a relaxing Jacuzzi tub in your room. Suites are available from $159 per night (as of October 2009).
Country Inns & Suites
2510 Southest Tones Drive
Ankeny, IA 50021
(800) 596-2375
www.countryinns.com/hotels/iaankeny
Article Written By Jean Standish Marovich
Jean Standish Marovich worked as a social worker for more than 15 years in the areas of foster care and adoptions before beginning her writing career. She graduated from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with an undergraduate degree in psychology, and from University of Nevada Las Vegas with undergraduate and graduate degrees in social work. Marovich enjoys running, hiking, biking and swimming.