Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

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About the property

With a stay at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds in Des Moines (Fairground), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 7 minutes from Wells Fargo Arena. This hotel is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Adventureland and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Principal Park.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.Make yourself at home in one of the 69 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. Free self parking is available onsite.

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Popularity

6.9

Nice

General

1335

Tripadvisor 6/10

127

Booking 6/10

249

Expedia 7.2/10

959

Main services

TV lounge

Free Internet

Smoking area

Service Animal allowed

Accessible parking

Vending Machine (snacks)

Pets allowed

Wheelchair-accessible

Swimming Pool

Elevator

Late Check-out

24-hour reception

* Some services may carry an extra charge.

Guest reviews

7.2/10 Good

Cleanliness7.4/10

Staff and Service8/10

Amenities7/10

Property conditions and facilities7/10

Location7.8/10

Neighborhood7/10

2 / 10

Lori

Terrible

Hotel smelled of drugs, rooms are disgusting, bathtub has burn marks, towels were stained red

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24 Mar 2025

2 / 10

James

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.

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18 Mar 2025

8 / 10

Connie

Limited breakfast - Pool was down Needs updated

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18 Mar 2025

2 / 10

KENYON

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

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17 Mar 2025

Information about the area

Des Moines IA, United States of America

Des Moines is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. Des Moines is a clean pleasant city, surprisingly cosmopolitan with a beautiful skyline. It is home to Drake University, the Living History Farm, the State Historical Museum and the Iowa State Fair. The capital city of Iowa has a lot to offer. Des Moines has one of the prettiest state capitol buildings of all the United States. The state capitol building and other governmental buildings are located nearby the downtown area. In Des Moines city centre you’ll find the Civic Center, the Savory Hotel, the Court Avenue Shopping District, the Sec Taylor Stadium and the downtown skywalk. The Des Moines Art Center, one of the city’s main attractions, boasts a permanent collection of contemporary art of major artist such as Edward Hopper, Jasper Johns, Georgia O'Keeffe, Henri Matisse, and Francis Bacon. Des Moines' vibrant culture, art, restaurants and shopping make it an exciting destination.

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What’s nearby

City Centre - 0 km
Iowa Events Center - 1.5 km
Blank Park Zoo - 9.03 km
Adventureland - 10.87 km
Living history farms - 13.55 km

Getting around

des moines, iowa, us - 6.09 km
(DSM) Des Moines, Des Moines Intl, US - 11.03 km
(IKV) Ankeny, Ankeny Regl Airport, US - 10.72 km

About accommodation

Parking

Free parking
Parking
Private parking
Parking on site

General

Air conditioning
Pets allowed
WiFi available in all areas
Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

CCTV in common areas
Smoke alarms

Activities

Indoor pool (all year)
Indoor pool

Services

24-hour front desk
Vending machine (snacks)
Vending machine (drinks)

Safety features

First aid kit available
Face masks for guests available
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool
Swimming pool
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Heated pool

Reception services

Invoice provided

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed
Cashless payment available
Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

Internet

Internet services
WiFi
Free WiFi

Languages

English

About the rooms

The accommodation has 60 rooms:

Bedroom

Alarm clock

General

Air conditioning
Heating

Services

Wake-up service

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Toilet paper
Hairdryer
Shower
Bath

Media & Technology

Satellite channels
Telephone
Radio
Cable channels

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Internet

Wireless Internet

Kitchen

Microwave
Refrigerator

Living Area

Desk

*Some services may only be available in specific rooms or upon request.

About the pools

The accommodation has 1 pool:

Location

Indoor

Access

Adults only

Cost

Free

About parking

The accommodation offers 1 parking option:

Parking type

Private

Location

On-site

Reservation

No reservation needed

Cost

Free

Internet

Coverage

Entire property

Connection type

Wi-Fi

Price

Free

Policies

Check-in

Checkin from 15:00
Minimum age for check-in: 21 years old

Check-out

Checkout before 11:00

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Children

Children of any age are welcome.

Extra beds

Extra beds available subject to availability at this property. Cots are not available at this property.

Important information

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of US$150.00 will be required and will be fully refunded after the stay, once it has been verified that there are no damages to the accommodation.