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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Iowa State Fairgrounds

Photo gallery for Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Exterior
Indoor pool
Breakfast area
Lobby
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
29 June - 30 June

Explore the area

Map
410 E 30th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50317
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Iowa State Capitol Building
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Des Moines

At Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Iowa State Fairgrounds and Sky Glider East. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Plus you'll find a television in a common area, a lift and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Fairground hotel include Wells Fargo Arena and Principal Park.

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Principal Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Zone - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kelly's Little Nipper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Iowa State Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds also features a television in common area and a lift. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Des Moines hotel.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds offers 69 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • 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

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • 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

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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

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

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds on 29 Jun 2025 start from NZ$130.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

Yep, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds have a pool?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds has an indoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

No, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 303 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 114 out of 1002 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lori

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible

Hotel smelled of drugs, rooms are disgusting, bathtub has burn marks, towels were stained red
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, NORTHFIELD

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was mold in various places in our room. Our room smelled of feces when we walked in. The lock on our door was broken, the breakfast was limited options and what they did have, while it was supposed to be warm, was cold.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Limited breakfast - Pool was down Needs updated
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

KENYON

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Were do i start. Reviews must be fake run down Hot water in lobby cold. Room coffee machine broke. Little bugs in shower. Yuck never again Never again at econo lodge. Cleanliness is effort stuff working is a choice. And breakfast didnt look good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer, Center Point

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Hailey

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have a great experience here. A lot of homeless people outside around the hotel in the parking lot. Hotel room walls were very thin and could hear conversations in the rooms next door and in the hallway. The rooms were very small and didn’t feel super clean. We experienced someone running in the halls back and forth yelling in the middle of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tanner

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The non smoking room smelled like smoke. I asked them to come smell upon check in. They said it was noted, and then was not refunded deposit due to them claiming the room was smoked in, even after I disputed it and reminded them of the note.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abby

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty, Smelled, bedding was dirty and bugs in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found hidden Cameras in my room and bathroom i asked to them to give me i different room theybsaid no and wouldn’t even come see wat i found i left immediately there went $85 down the drain dead bugs in the vents i will never ever stay at econo lodge in my life time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Liked: Staff & service
It’s an ok place to stay. It served it’s purpose. We just
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Hope

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am still waiting for the refund of my $100 deposit. The Hotel was fully booked the night we stayed and we obviously got a room that is usually out of service. My husband had to hook up our tv completely. It had everything, but had just been set in the room. The fridge was not where it was supposed to be, it was just plugged in in the corner. And we could tell it wa just plugged in because it wasn't fully cool yet. There were dirty hand smears on the wall, but everything else was clean. So, i don't want to say our experience was the norm. The hot tub was out of service and that was the whole reason we booked at this specific hotel. However, the staff was all fabulous. The breakfast was tasty. The staff definitely saved our stay. I would stay there again just because i feel like if i communicated better with them in the future, I'd get a better room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Carpet showing wear and tear and dirty. Very small breakfast area. Bed was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to the hospital
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and no odors in room. Breakfast options limited but OK for me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Railey Darlington

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheep hotel, but still missed low expectations

Room was super hot when entering. Bathroom had ants climbing all over the tub. Beds were uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was very friendly. The overall condition and cleanliness was not good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The beds were horribly uncomfortable. The free breakfast was a joke. Got down there to eat and the gravy in the crockpot was cold. We were going to just microwave it instead but the microwave didn't work. There was a sign hung up on the wall stating where the fuse box was located and what fuse to turn back on. I couldn't find this fuse box. Another couple was there and went and got staff and he came out but had no idea how to fix it. We ended up having to go to another place to get breakfast. We chose this place due to the convince of breakfast, so that was pointless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gareld

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025