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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

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Consider a stay at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and laundry facilities. The on-site barbecue restaurant, Margarita's Mexican Food, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in the lobby and a bar.

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7.0 out of 10
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Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

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  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

In a rural area, Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport is in Watrous South, a neighborhood in Des Moines with good airport proximity. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Blank Park Zoo and Science Center of Iowa are also worth visiting. Visit our Des Moines travel guide
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1810 Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA, 50315

What's nearby

  • Jordan Creek Town Center
    Jordan Creek Town Center
    12 min drive - 13.2 miles
  • Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area
    Iowa State Fairgrounds
    16 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Blank Park Zoo
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Fort Des Moines Museum
    2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Casey's Center
    9 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    2 min drive

Restaurants

  • Caribou Coffee
    3 min drive
  • Casey's
    2 min walk
  • Casey's
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    19 min walk
  • Air Lanes Bowling Center
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 8.99 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Margarita's Mexican Food

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (8,000 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 25.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from January 18 to April 30:
  • Fitness facilities

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 8.99 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Does Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 25.00 (subject to availability).

Does Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport located?

Located in Watrous South, this hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Blank Park Zoo and within 3 mi (5 km) of A. H. Blank Golf Course and Southridge Mall. Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport Reviews

7.0

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 226 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 226 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 226 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 226 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 226 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was worth the money we spent for three rooms. It was an overnight stay during car show weekend. It was clean and comfortable, had a pool and a good continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Demica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room all the staff everything was great! The staff even lifted my bags onto the car and wheeled it to my room due to me not being able to lift very much
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Stacy

Liked: Staff & service
The price was very reasonable. The rooms were decent, but the breakfast was awful. The muffins were hard, the potatoes were frozen in the warmer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

fredrick

Check in was a breeze room was not totally clean glitter on floor and couch tape on the wall Ice machine was broken but they had a small one in place it's seems like they are trying to fix up the place I would stay there again if needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Javier Dominguez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very friendly and respectful staff, clean and spacious rooms, and the airport is very close. Everything was great. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was helpful. Clean & quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hassan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and the staff very professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good. Airport shuttle was great. Beds comfortable. Limited breakfast choices.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hassan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and welcoming. Overall my experience at the hotel was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean, breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diavhiaughn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yessss & yessss Stayed in RM 132 had a view from the pool from inside our room !!! The kids loved ittt HEATED POOL AMAZING STAFF Breakfast hot & ready in the morning. Will definitely book again & requesting same room 😁 10/10 no exaggeration
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KAYCEE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very happy to check in early because of the weather.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Huge bathroom. Rooms were clean and good for the rate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The night receptionist was so nice to my son and let him play the piano. The room and pool were very nice. The shuttle service and short term parking were a huge plus! We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
People nice and good breakfast. Was clean but the room they gave us was not a king bed and was in the process of being renovated
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness

Worked for stay close to airport

Worked fine to stay close to the airport before flying out. One employee to do everything it seemed so prepare to wait for shuttle. Dog friendly so that was nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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6/10 Okay

Kyrie'

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good and clean, but the TV wouldn't connect to anything so couldn't watch anything during my stay. Somebody kept trying to break in the back secure door burning and ripppig the card reader from the place it sets. The pool was amazing the hotel was beautiful and quiet. I was t a fan of the beds though a little hard for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like the service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will come back again nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025