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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Iowa State Fairgrounds

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Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Indoor pool
Breakfast area
Indoor pool

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
410 E 30th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50317

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Principal Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Zone - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kelly's Little Nipper - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Hotel near Iowa State Fairgrounds
Near Wells Fargo Arena, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 69 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Friday and Saturday:
  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 30 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Fairgrounds Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn Fairgrounds
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Econo Lodge Inn Suites Fairgrounds
Econo & Suites Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Hotel
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 30 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds located?

Located in Fairground, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sky Glider East and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and Grand View Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 1005 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

janae

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location wasn’t bad. But they wanted to charge a room rate for a cot which was ridiculous, and we had ants in our bathroom. The beds were small. The room was small
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to the hospital
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shawna

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

dean

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
in-ternet showed a hot tub but it was permanently closed and had very little at breakfast they said bigger breakfast was only on weekends very very disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mariana

Liked: Staff & service
It’s an ok place to stay. It served it’s purpose. We just
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudy

Liked: Amenities
Friendly staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always great to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
Carpet showing wear and tear and dirty. Very small breakfast area. Bed was great!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good free breakfast and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Abby

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty, Smelled, bedding was dirty and bugs in the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Railey Darlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool was nnot open until late Saturday due to mantience being done and was not posted on the webaite also requested a sjarp container on room amd there wasnt one. A friend came to visit amd they wouldnt let him come to my room without me going to the lobby Im elderly with breathing issues amd that hallway was a long walk
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

LACY

Hot tub was boarded over not usable, having a hot tub is why we booked here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient being across from the Fairgrounds.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great front desk service from Alex.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Hailey

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have a great experience here. A lot of homeless people outside around the hotel in the parking lot. Hotel room walls were very thin and could hear conversations in the rooms next door and in the hallway. The rooms were very small and didn’t feel super clean. We experienced someone running in the halls back and forth yelling in the middle of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a nice night with an ok breakfast. The second stay was much better than the first.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tanner

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The non smoking room smelled like smoke. I asked them to come smell upon check in. They said it was noted, and then was not refunded deposit due to them claiming the room was smoked in, even after I disputed it and reminded them of the note.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If you’re in a pinch and need to stay close to the airport on a budget, this place is fine. A little dirty, definitely outdated, uncomfortable beds and no frills.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Teddy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed bugs, no refund when we refused to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025