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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$232 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$232
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,076 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! From Des Moines but been gone a LONG time and wanted to try a fun new hotel. This place was perfect for my wife and I. Location is perfect, staff were amazing, and the room was really fun. Was a bit worried about some road construction going on during our stay but while we could ..."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$212 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$212
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Breakfast alway fantastic!"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

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Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 out of 5
435 Park Street Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$245 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$245
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
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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$172 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$172
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"If you're looking for an Excellent hotel with a great location, that's within walking distance to restaurants, bars and Principal Park, this is the one! There is garage parking, for a fee. Street parking can be tricky. We loved our stay!"

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

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Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 out of 5
401 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$206 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$206
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place!"

Reviewed on 22 June 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$179 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$179
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, clean and updated rooms. Very close to great entertainment and Wooly's and East Village is an area with plenty of entertainment if live music isn't your go to. Always a pleasure to stay here when we're in Des Moines."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

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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$208 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$208
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice hotel close to the Casey’s Event Center. Thank you for the clean room and friendly atmosphere."

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

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Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 out of 5
700 Grand Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$234 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$234
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"You have to pay for pretty much all the amenities. The nearest parking garage is a block away and no complimentary breakfast. What a waste!"

Reviewed on 16 June 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$177 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$177
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (646 reviews)
"Promptly and cheerfully greeted upon our arrival. Staff was pleasant and accommodating. The room was clean. The breakfast offered a variety of food items including fresh fruit. Have enjoyed our stay each time we have been there. Planning another stay soon."

Reviewed on 24 June 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$258 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$258
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (426 reviews)
"comfortable, clean rooms"

Reviewed on 20 June 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?


A fully refundable cancelation is a handy feature to have, and numerous gay-friendly hotels in Des Moines offer it. Expedia is proud to host a wide variety of hotels that offer full refund – there's even a search-filter option for it. You'll be able to see all qualifying hotels clearly marked on your search results page without even having to click the hotels individually.

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