In the heart of Des Moines, Red Roof Inn is a city retreat. Start your day with a breakfast buffet and stay connected with in-room WiFi. With laundry facilities, self parking and helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Casey's General Store - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Smokey D's BBQ - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Casey's General Store - 5 min walk
About this property
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
At Red Roof Inn Des Moines, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Casey's Center and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino. Free perks include WiFi, self-parking and buffet breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Also, Adventureland and Drake University are within a short drive. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
57 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 3 children (14 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 36 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1961
ATM/banking
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.
Also known as
Red Roof Inn Moines Motel
Red Roof Inn Moines
Rodeway Inn Des Moines
Red Roof Inn Des Moines Hotel
Red Roof Inn Des Moines Des Moines
Red Roof Inn Des Moines Hotel Des Moines
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Red Roof Inn Des Moines?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 36 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Red Roof Inn Des Moines?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Red Roof Inn Des Moines?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Red Roof Inn Des Moines?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Red Roof Inn Des Moines like?
Red Roof Inn Des Moines puts you in the heart of Des Moines. Popular attractions include Casey's Center, which is 9 minutes away by car.
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Red Roof Inn Des Moines Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Nice Inn for a Great Price
We really enjoyed our brief stay at this inn. Our room was clean and comfortable. The AC worked amazing and the staff were friendly. We were on the front side of the inn so the noise from the road was a little loud, but it wasn't horrible. I think if your room was on the backside it would be fine.
Toni
Toni, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Aug 2025
Nice place to stay, close to places we wanted to s
Nice clean room. Very nice staff.
Please update your mattress. My husband did not like the springs in his back.
Connie
Connie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
Room was clean, staff was friendly
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Very nice owner. Great service at breakfast. Good location to get around from.
Kari
Kari, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 May 2025
Room was clean and was conveniently located for a cross-country drive. I stay at this Red Roof and the one in Erie PA on my drives two or three times a year and they’re consistently clean with friendly staff and very welcoming of dogs… no extra fee is greatly appreciated when you have a sweet easy going dog who causes no harm!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 May 2025
Friendly desk person.
Abigail
Abigail, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
18 Jun 2025
We were very disappointed at check-in when they charged us a $100 deposit for the room that we had paid for in advance. It rather spoiled the stay.
Curt
Curt, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
14 Jul 2025
For the overall stay there are cheaper options.
Check in took almost 20 min. Not because of me but the guy in front of me having issues with something. And when I got back to our room from going out that night they had no parking available on the property. Even the semi parking was full with vehicles. And there were several other people that showed up after me trying to find a spot. Clearly they have way more rooms than parking.
Justin
Justin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
6 Jun 2025
Property needs a little TLC. Breakfast was very poor, almost nonexistent. Room was clean, but bathroom wasn’t.
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Dec 2024
Can’t beat it for the price.
gerald
gerald, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
28 Apr 2025
Ok place
My key to the room stopped working, they quickly rekeyed it but it was inconvenient. The parking is tight for bigger vehicles. The rooms overlooking the highway are loud.
CBAB
CBAB, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
27 Apr 2025
I cancelled this stay 2 months ago and the hotel refused to refund my money!! 🤔
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
13 Apr 2025
Not highly recommended.
Young lady who checked us in super sweet. The hotel tub needs to be bleached. We didn’t sleep and left early no showers as no thank you to the bathroom.
I don’t recommend.
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Apr 2023
Excellent staff….very clean…close to the highway
sarah-jane
sarah-jane, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
4 May 2025
For the poor conditions of this facility and unsafe feeling and way over priced and $100 deposit is unbelievable. And hard wood floor in room . Not good
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 Feb 2025
Good
Paola
Paola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jul 2023
We can tell the owners have great pride in their motel Everything from the room to the staff is exellent. I highly recomend this motel.
I like the location. . It was clean . Quiet for a good rest.
minerva
minerva, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2022
Great place for the price. Would recommend and return.
William
William, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
4 Apr 2023
The staff is friendly and the beds are very comfortable. The only set back was the hotel smelled like a old folks home which is a real turn off.
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Sept 2023
Would stay there again
Check in was a little slow, but he was a new employee still in training. The room was very nice and the bed was very comfortable. I definitely would stay there again
Randelle
Randelle, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Apr 2023
I was very happy with stay. Fast and easy check in
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2023
Very happy with our choice for the night. Very clean and staff was helpful and friendly.