Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Iowa State Capitol Building

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Free WiFi
Reception
Coffee service
Point of interest
Point of interest

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Explore the area

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4940 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50313
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Des Moines

At Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North, you'll be 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from Iowa State Capitol Building and 8.7 km (5.4 mi) from Iowa Events Center. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Des Moines motel include Casey's Center and Adventureland.

What's nearby

  • Adventureland - 7 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Casey's Center - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokey D's BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪B-Bop's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Iowa State Capitol Building
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North also features a vending machine and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Des Moines motel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North offers 120 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Des Moines motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (90 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

As of 12 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North on 13 Nov 2025 start from NZ$117.61, 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 Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Yep, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

No, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

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

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 81 out of 259 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very accommodating and modern. Definitely impressed with the rooms for the price and location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jordan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything overall was good the only negative for me was the bed could not get comfortable on it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney J

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emma

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

DISGUSTING DONT STAY HERE!!!!!

The place was absolutely disgusting with stains all over the bed, disgusting toilet and shower, many cigarette/burn holes in all the blankets, many sketchy people around which made us uncomfortable. We ended up not even staying the night and left halfway through our one night stay. DO NOT STAY HERE!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Aubry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good for one night

The place looked like it was falling apart a bit. There was multiple occasions where people where banging on our door, just for them to leave as soon as I open the door. When we were leaving we saw a big roach on the wall
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Doug

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark, Lakewood

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neha

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Everything you'd want in a motel, although the bathroom wares were old-looking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a good place to hide out from the mob or buy drugs, this is probably a great place. For everyone else, stay away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cameron

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

Bad

There was food options? Bed comfort was non existant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All went well
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with pets
The room was clean. I did have to call the front desk after midnight as there were a bunch of people outside my room (at least it sounded like it) just having a good ole time. I needed my rest as I was driving across the country and needed my sleep. Thankfully the people did leave shortly after my call.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Samuel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Run down facility, lots of questionable people hanging around the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Liked: Staff & service

Section 8

A bit scary. It is likely section 8 housing. Staff though very nice. And friendly. But can tell many live there. Very messy yard. Trash etc.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Raekwon

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Terrible
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve, Des Moines

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aric

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't feel particularly safe. Took a while to get to the hotel and find the office. You can see it, just hard to get to it. Noise from the interstate was plenty loud. I booked it by accident, won't make that mistake again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bret

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Car Not Burglarized: Faith in Humanity Restored!

If you like camping at a homeless shelter, you’ll love this Motel6. The swarms of police cars in the parking lot made me feel safer than if they weren’t there at all. The semi trucks rumbling the overpass on I-35 all night provided a gritty nostalgia for old apocalyptic films of my youth. One of the drug dealers nearby commented to me at check out, “This place is a real sh*thole.” This may have been a missed opportunity that I do not buy or do drugs. Enjoy your stay in paradise!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rob

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have never seen ghetto look so bad
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025