Vacation rentals in Downtown Des Moines

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Downtown Des Moines

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Guest favorite

Condo in Downtown Des Moines

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Designer Downtown Condo Suite - Splendid View

Your home base right in the heart of it all to explore thriving and growing downtown Des Moines. Highlights: -Projector with 84" screen and Bose sound for cinema experience -Tile shower with rainfall & handheld options -Memory foam king mattress & 1,000 thread count sheets, high-quality pillows. -Coffee (Keurig & Nespresso pods) & Tea station including complementary Starbucks coffee, paired with raw & Stevia sugar and half & half. -Office white stone desk - 100 mbps internet -Free parking

Jul 25 – Aug 1

ﺩ.ﺇ387 per night
Guest favorite

Loft in Des Moines

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines

Unique lower level 1100 sq.f studio/loft with separate entrance in the completely restored Historical House Located in the safe and gorgeous South of Grand Salisbury neighborhood just minutes from Downtown, Art Center, Salisbury House, Des Moines Medical School, Drake University,shops,restaurants, gas,bus,i-235. Short stroll down our street takes you to the Greenwood Ashworth Park with its walking and biking trails. Science Center, Hy-Vee Hall,Iowa Events Center, Iowa State Capitol Building.

Jul 10 – 17

ﺩ.ﺇ514 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Des Moines

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Cozy Historic Escape

This comfortable bungalow is stylish with historic charm. The front porch is perfect for morning coffee. The main living space has original hardwood floors and classic brick fireplace with craftsman style built-ins. The house also has fenced in backyard with patio for enjoying temperate days. It is centrally and conveniently located close to Des Moines Playhouse, ~6 minutes from Wells Fargo Arena and Downtown Des Moines, ~13 minutes to Jordan Creek Town Center, and ~15 minutes to DSM Airport.

Feb 8 – 15

ﺩ.ﺇ496 per night

Popular amenities for Downtown Des Moines vacation rentals

Stay near Downtown Des Moines's top sights

Wells Fargo Arena28 locals recommend
Pappajohn Sculpture Park78 locals recommend
Iowa Events Center4 locals recommend
Principal Park22 locals recommend
Hoyt Sherman Place16 locals recommend
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers’ Market41 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Downtown Des Moines

Superhost

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Stunning Downtown Studio with Rooftop Patio

Jul 25 – Aug 1

ﺩ.ﺇ288 per night
Superhost

Apartment in Downtown Des Moines

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Downtown Dream 2br w/ City Views 2 blocks to Court

Nov 22 – 29

ﺩ.ﺇ509 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Historic East Village

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Luxe East Village Flat

Feb 16 – 23

ﺩ.ﺇ432 per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Historic East Village

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 71 reviews

Urban chic condo in East Village

Mar 2 – 9

ﺩ.ﺇ352 per night
Guest favorite

Bungalow in Des Moines

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

“The Treehouse” A-Frame Bungalow on 1.25 acres

Jun 18 – 25

ﺩ.ﺇ413 per night
Superhost

Apartment in Des Moines

New place to stay

King Bed/LARGE Apartment/Full Kitchen/Fast Wi-Fi

Sep 20 – 27

ﺩ.ﺇ351 per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Downtown Des Moines

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews

CSquared Casa - DSM

Sep 11 – 18

ﺩ.ﺇ415 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Beaverdale

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviews

MidCentury, technicolor Ranch w/yard, w+d, parking

Jan 7 – 14

ﺩ.ﺇ440 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Des Moines

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 92 reviews

Woodland Heights hist. district house on the hill.

Oct 7 – 14

ﺩ.ﺇ312 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Historic East Village

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviews

Cozy 1B1B w/Wi-Fi, Balcony Views, Coffee + Parking

Jul 2 – 9

ﺩ.ﺇ487 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Historic East Village

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviews

Luxury | Skyline View | DT | Scenic | Dream Room

Sep 7 – 14

ﺩ.ﺇ685 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Des Moines

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews

White Oak Hillside Oasis

Dec 2 – 9

ﺩ.ﺇ590 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Downtown Des Moines

Total rentals

120 properties

Wifi availability

120 properties include access to wifi

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

50 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

40 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

5.2K reviews

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