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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

3.0 star property
Art Deco Des Moines hotel in Watrous South with free breakfast

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Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking
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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free airport shuttle
The current price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Explore the area

Map
1810 Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA, 50315
  • Blank Park Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Gray’s Lake Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Principal Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Breakfast included
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
4.2 out of 5, Very good, (1419)
The price is AU$123
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

About the area

Des Moines

At Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Blank Park Zoo and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Fort Des Moines Museum. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-service breakfast. .The restaurant, Big Al's BBQ Bar & Grill, serves barbecue and is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. 8000 square feet (743 square metres) of event facilities include 8 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Watrous South hotel include Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena.

What's nearby

  • Blank Park Zoo - 2 min drive
  • Principal Park - 9 min drive
  • Hy Vee Hall - 9 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 10 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Art Deco Des Moines hotel in Watrous South with free breakfast
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and 8 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 8000 square feet (743 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A vending machine, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This Art Deco Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 8000 sq ft of conference space
  • 743 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1974
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport offers 140 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 8.99 per day)
  • RV/bus/lorry 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

  • Big Al's BBQ Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (8,000 square foot 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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
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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 150.0 per stay
  • Service fee: USD 9.99 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham)
Masks are required at the property for guests who have not received COVID-19 vaccination
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, debit cards and cash.
    Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Count on Us (Wyndham) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 3 children aged 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Magnuson Hotel Moines Airport
Magnuson Moines Airport
Ramada Hotel Moines Airport
Ramada Moines Airport
Ramada Des Moines Airport Iowa
Ramada
Ramada Wyndham Moines Airport Hotel
Ramada Wyndham Moines Airport
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Magnuson Hotel Des Moines Airport
Ramada Hotel Des Moines Airport
Clarion Inn
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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport on 8 Mar 2025 start from AU$106.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Yep, Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport has a free self car park.

Does Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport have a pool?

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport has a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport is a hit with families.

Does Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary self-service breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves barbecue. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 181 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 163 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 141 out of 1002 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Kelsey

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel was absolutely dirty and all the areas were under construction which was not stated at all on the website! We ended up leaving to stay somewhere else!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joeverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time being there
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Megan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Destiny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel,
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Phouthasack

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Day shift worker is an ass.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Connie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Karri

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Construction made this property untidy. Rooms were okay but the hallway hadn’t been vacuumed and it looked like construction materials had been transported through it. We had to wipe our feet to not track into the room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brandee

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok but with issues
The hotel was spacious. It was a long walk from the checkin to my room. I had close my curtains immediately as the room was off of the pool area. There was no hot water in the shower. I even let it run for a few minutes and it was still cold. But the room was spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bradley

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Under construction at the time
The place was going under construction when we were there. There was a few issues with the place, but I understood that the place was in transition. We did not experience any issues with our room specifically.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Acceptable hotel with potential
The hotel had a lot of potential. However, it felt rundown. The sheets were either stained or dirty. There were huge fans outside the room blowing and drying wet carpet. The AC took hours to cool the room, but once cool it was fine. The breakfast was good and coffee was GREAT.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Holli

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was in no way like the motel portrayed on the website!! The only nice part was the area around the front desk. The ret of it was messy and dirty and horribly cluttered. The pool area was full of crates and boxes on pallets along with a lot of other stuff. Couldn’t hardly get to the pool, which didn’t have the filter pumps running anyway. The room was very musty and stuffy, the AC unit rattled so loud I’m surprised the front desk didn’t hear it. It was not stocked with towels or washcloths, the bedspread had several cigarette burns and the floor was dirty. The two “queen” beds were actually queen sized frames with full size mattresses. The next morning we asked again for washcloths and just got hand towels. The bathroom sink had no water and sand came out of the shower. I talked to the front desk and we got a new room. It was marginally better. Same issue with the beds. I certainly will never stay at a clarion again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Evelyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very poor quality and service. They skimp on the few products they provide (paper thin stained towels, thin tissue paper, stained bed sheets and blankets). They sell everything at the counter, simple things other hotels provide at no cost like a toothbrush or toothpaste they sell it all. The entire place stinks of food and body odor. Just terrible!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amber

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are nothing like the pictures. We refused to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024