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Featured Hostels in Des Moines

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
Interior

Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (608)
"Great location Excellent staff Free dinner Quiet bedrooms Great showers Free breakfast "
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Green Tortoise Hostel Seattle
The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite
Classic Single Room | Shared kitchen facilities

The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite

1.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (12)
"Vince was very helpful with everything we needed, nice neighborhood and good place to rest after a long day."
The price is AU$277
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The Seattle Kraken Sweet Suite
The Golden Lion Sweet Suite
Classic Single Room | Shared kitchen facilities

The Golden Lion Sweet Suite

1.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10)
"Excellent location"
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Golden Lion Sweet Suite
Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite
Classic Single Room | Shared kitchen facilities

Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite

1.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (9)
"Amazing place. Cozy and safe and homely, loving owners very accommodating "
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Martell's Sunspear Sweet Suite
Stag Sweet Suite
Classic Single Room | Shared kitchen facilities

Stag Sweet Suite

1.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (12)
"Great, clean and comfortable stay. "
The price is AU$287
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Stag Sweet Suite
Dragonstone Sweet Suite
Classic Single Room | Shared kitchen facilities

Dragonstone Sweet Suite

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (24)
"Good experience "
Dragonstone Sweet Suite
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Des Moines?
Our guests like these accommodations in the surrounding area, and they may offer reasonable nightly rates: Executive Hotel Pacific - 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the heart of Des Moines. Located within a 10-minute walk of Bell Street Cruise Terminal at Pier 66 and Pike Place Market. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Hotel Murano - 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from the heart of Des Moines. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of SeaTac/Airport Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Des Moines?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Des Moines are November, December, January and October, with each month seeing an average of 177 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Des Moines?
In general, Des Moines is known for its marina, restaurants and churches. Major attractions include Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Cruise Ship Terminal 91. Get out into nature with places such as Des Moines Beach, Saltwater State Park and Angle Lake Park. Cultural attractions include Great American Casino, Vashon Maury Island Heritage Museum and Museum of Flight.
What's the best way to get to and around Des Moines while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Des Moines on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), located 3.1 mi (5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Seattle, WA (BFI-Boeing Field), located 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.