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Top Des Moines LGBT Welcoming Hotels

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$235 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$235
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,058 reviews)
Lovely room, very comfortable! Neat decorations and great amenities. Breakfast was amazing.

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$203 per night from 28 May to 29 May
AU$203
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Everything was great except the toilet heigth. It was very low, hard for older people to get down to and a man’s balls hang in the water.

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

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Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$229 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$229
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Beautiful

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$151 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$151
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Breakfast was great. Get the parking garage pass, well worth it. Bathroom was very spacious and room was clean and well layer out

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

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Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 out of 5
401 Locust St Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$209 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$209
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great location in downtown Des Moines and parking garage was close by.

Reviewed on 1 May 2026

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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3 out of 5
201 E. Locust Street Des Moines IA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$162 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$162
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$184 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$184
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
The parking lot was closed and parking was across the street. That long was not big enough to accommodate all the people staying at the hotel. Lots of kids staying at the hotel that were noisy late into the night

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

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Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Grand Ave Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$235 per night from 1 June to 2 June
AU$235
1 June - 2 June
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (994 reviews)
The room as advertised indicated it slept 5. This is false. With the way the photos looked, it appeared the room had a twin sleeper. The room fit 5, but we had to get an air mattress to make it work. The air mattress deflated in the middle of the night. So, if you have 5 people, be prepared to sleep ...

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

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Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$168 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$168
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (625 reviews)
Bathroom door squeaked horribly because door had previously been broken. Hinges were bent and reinstalled poorly. One of the light switches worked but was broken. Bed was fantastic. Parking nice but pricey. Liked that you needed card to come and go. Breakfast was very nice also.

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

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AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3 out of 5
401 East Grand Ave Des Moines IA
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The price is AU$233 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$233
24 May - 25 May
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)
Bathroom lighting is horrible.

Reviewed on 9 May 2026

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Enjoy gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines


What kinds of gay-friendly hotels are there in Des Moines?


When you're looking for gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines, you'll find a wide variety of options to choose from. These welcoming hotels come in all shapes and sizes and offer a diverse array of amenities and special features you can enjoy. Whether you're looking for something romantic, like hotels with spa facilities, or are more interested in rooms better fit for a solo traveller or a group of friends, you'll find it here. What these hotels all have in common, though, is strict anti-discrimination policies and insight into some of the most popular LGBTQ-friendly activities available in town.


What are the best gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines like?


The best gay-friendly hotel in Des Moines depends on what you're looking for in accommodation. Fortunately, you can easily find what you need, thanks to the multitude of available search filters. You can filter based on amenities you may be interested in, like hot tubs or pet-friendly policies, or you can sort by star rating. You can even filter by guest reviews to show only hotels that have received predominantly high marks from previous guests. Don't forget to mark the filter for LGBTQ-friendly hotels to only show anti-discriminatory hotels in your results.


How can I find deals on Des Moines gay-friendly hotels?


You'll find plenty of deals on gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines. If you want to increase your chances of finding a deal, try booking your stay in the off-season when prices are usually cheaper. Additionally, think about what amenities you may be willing to go without to drive the price down even further. Of course, booking a short distance away from prominent attractions can be an easy way to save while still being close to public transport routes that can get you to the action easily. Just keep in mind that these are general trends rather than solid rules, as prices fluctuate all the time and can be difficult to predict.


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Are gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines fully refundable?


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