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3 hotels in and around Urbandale & Merle Hay seen below the public rate in the last 7 days, typically 11% less than Expedia.

Axel's take on Urbandale & Merle Hay: #4 of 5 in Des Moines, 4.1/10

A sensible northwest-side stop for drivers, not a walkable city break. Solid hotels and better value than downtown earn fourth, while dispersed destinations and weak sightseeing access limit its appeal beyond northwest-side trips.

Urbandale's commercial corridors suit a drive-in visit better than a sightseeing weekend. Around Douglas Avenue, 86th Street and Merle Hay Road, the routine is suburban restaurants, errands and drives between stops. Merle Hay Mall adds bowling, movies and indoor pickleball, while Urbandale's parks offer a break from the shopping strips.

Stay here when your plans are on the northwest side or you want less late-night bar activity. The trade-off is fragmented walking: a nearby restaurant does not necessarily make a pleasant evening promenade. Living History Farms is a separate drive west, not a doorstep attraction. Without a car, downtown is the stronger choice; local advice to an Urbandale visitor makes that trade-off explicit.

  • Best for: travelers on a budget, a quiet stay
  • Skip it if: You are visiting without a car; You want sightseeing and dinner on foot
  • Getting around: DART Route 4 serves Douglas Avenue and Route 5 serves Merle Hay Road, but stop access varies by address; a car is easiest, including from DSM.
  • After dark: Expect dinner, movies and bowling rather than a continuous bar district; some mall entertainment runs late on weekends.
  • Rates: Typical Axel rate $108 a night

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Compared with cheaper-than-most Microtel, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale buys spacious rooms, stronger cleanliness feedback and an indoor pool. Pricier Hilton Garden Inn adds a restaurant and bar, but breakfast generally costs extra. Those upgrades matter less for a late arrival and early departure when you only need the basics. Typical rates with Axel here run from $84 a night at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines to $156 at Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale (last 30 days).

The best hotels in Urbandale & Merle Hay, ranked by Axel's take

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  1. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale 8.7/10, reliable 3-star business hotel off I-35/I-80. A strong suburban stop for clean rooms, friendly service and easy parking. Why it's here: a service-led suburban stop with strong cleanliness, spacious rooms and on-site dining. Accept: breakfast usually costs extra, and downtown requires driving. $113 a night with Axel; Booking.com listed $104 a night for these dates when seen. Sign up free to book this rate
  2. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale 8.6/10, straightforward, limited-service hotel just off I-80 in Urbandale. A strong interstate stop with clean rooms and notably welcoming staff. Why it's here: spacious, clean rooms and notably welcoming staff for family road stops. Accept: downtown requires driving; breakfast replenishment occasionally falls short. $103 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale 8.5/10, simple 3-star interstate hotel in suburban Urbandale. A strong road-trip stop with clean rooms, friendly staff and breakfast included. Why it's here: a clean interstate stop with friendly staff, included breakfast and a hot tub. Accept: mixed swimming-facility feedback and alternate-day housekeeping. $116 a night with Axel; Expedia listed $108 a night for these dates when seen. Sign up free to book this rate
  4. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston 8.3/10, rustic-themed mid-range hotel off I-80/35 in suburban Johnston. A strong family stopover with welcoming staff, but check renovation and pool status. Why it's here: a lodge-style family stop with included breakfast and an indoor/outdoor pool. Accept: uneven condition; confirm renovation and hot-tub status. $104 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale 8.0/10, practical 3-star extended-stay hotel in suburban Johnston. Roomy kitchen suites make this a useful suburban base, despite uneven housekeeping. Why it's here: full kitchens and separate-bedroom options for longer family stays. Accept: uneven housekeeping and bathroom upkeep; confirm hot-tub availability. $110 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  6. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG 7.4/10, full-service 3-star hotel beside I-80/I-35 in Urbandale. A practical interstate stop with friendly staff, but uneven upkeep holds it back. Why it's here: a convenient interstate stop with on-site dining and accommodating front-desk staff. Accept: dated rooms, weak showers and recurring maintenance faults. $112 a night with Axel against $126 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $14 a night less (11%). Sign up free to book this rate
  7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines 7.2/10, no-frills 2-star interstate hotel in Urbandale. A practical overnight stop, with friendly staff but uneven room condition. Why it's here: cheaper-than-most interstate basics with friendly staff and breakfast included. Accept: dated room condition and variable breakfast replenishment. $86 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate
  8. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines 7.1/10, no-frills budget chain hotel off I-80 and I-35. Useful for a budget overnight, but friendly staff cannot fully offset uneven upkeep. Why it's here: a cheaper-than-most highway overnight with friendly staff and an indoor pool. Accept: uneven upkeep and housekeeping; no elevator listed. $70 a night with Axel against $82 a night on Expedia for the same dates and party: $12 a night less (14%). Sign up free to book this rate
  9. Sonesta Essential Des Moines 6.8/10, no-frills 2-star roadside hotel on Merle Hay Road. Useful budget basics, but housekeeping and smoke complaints make it a conditional pick. Why it's here: budget roadside basics with useful room appliances and friendly check-in. Accept: recurring smoke smells, uneven housekeeping and noise between rooms. $70 a night with Axel; no public rate was seen for these dates. Sign up free to book this rate

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Seen by Axel within the last 7 days, most recently Oct 21, 2026. Each rate is per night: the stay's total as a free account pays it, including any fee the hotel collects at check-in, divided by its nights, beside the public rate seen for the same stay, also per night. Previously seen price. Check current rates for your dates. Some hotels are near Des Moines rather than in it; their row says where.

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AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines · 3-star, Wyndham · in Johnston, not Des MoinesJan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults$70 a night · non-refundable$82 a night on Expedia$12 a night less (14%)Check current rates for these dates
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG · 3-star, Holiday InnDec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$112 a night · refundable$126 a night on Expedia$14 a night less (11%)Check current rates for these dates
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines · 3-starNov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$129 a night · refundable$129 a night on Expediasame priceCheck current rates for these dates
AmericInn Hotel & Suites Johnston · 3-star · in Johnston, not Des MoinesJan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults$94 a night · refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale · 3-star, Hilton Garden Inn · in Urbandale, not Des MoinesJan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults$113 a night · non-refundable$104 a night on Booking.comCheck current rates for these dates
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale · 3-star, TownePlace Suites · in Urbandale, not Des MoinesJan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults$117 a night · non-refundable$110 a night on ExpediaCheck current rates for these dates
Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines · 3-star · in Urbandale, not Des MoinesNov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults$122 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale · 3-star, Fairfield Inn · in Urbandale, not Des MoinesJan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults$129 a night · non-refundable$120 a night on ExpediaCheck current rates for these dates
Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines · 3-star, Homewood Suites · in Urbandale, not Des MoinesJan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults$141 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Sonesta Essential Des Moines · 2-star, Sonesta Collection HotelsNov 4 to Nov 8, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult$75 a night · non-refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road · 2-star, Quality InnNov 4 to Nov 8, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult$85 a night · refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines · 2-star, Microtel Inn & Suites · in Urbandale, not Des MoinesNov 4 to Nov 8, 2026 · 4 nights · 1 adult$95 a night · refundablenot seenCheck current rates for these dates

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Axel's take on Urbandale & Merle Hay

4.1/10

A sensible northwest-side stop for drivers, not a walkable city break.

Getting around
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Hotels
7.2
Value
6.2
Axel’s verdict
5.8

Urbandale's commercial corridors suit a drive-in visit better than a sightseeing weekend. Around Douglas Avenue, 86th Street and Merle Hay Road, the routine is suburban restaurants, errands and drives between stops. Merle Hay Mall adds bowling, movies and indoor pickleball, while Urbandale's parks offer a break from the shopping strips.

Stay here when your plans are on the northwest side or you want less late-night bar activity. The trade-off is fragmented walking: a nearby restaurant does not necessarily make a pleasant evening promenade. Living History Farms is a separate drive west, not a doorstep attraction. Without a car, downtown is the stronger choice; local advice to an Urbandale visitor makes that trade-off explicit.

Best for
travelers on a budgeta quiet stay
Skip it if
You are visiting without a car; You want sightseeing and dinner on foot
Getting around
DART Route 4 serves Douglas Avenue and Route 5 serves Merle Hay Road, but stop access varies by address; a car is easiest, including from DSM.
After dark
Expect dinner, movies and bowling rather than a continuous bar district; some mall entertainment runs late on weekends.

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The best hotels in Urbandale & Merle Hay, ranked by Axel's take

Each hotel is scored for what it is by Axel's own review. The rate is one stay Axel priced this week, beside the public rate for the same dates. Typical Axel rate $108 a night.

How to choose

What paying more buys

Compared with cheaper-than-most Microtel, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale buys spacious rooms, stronger cleanliness feedback and an indoor pool. Pricier Hilton Garden Inn adds a restaurant and bar, but breakfast generally costs extra. Those upgrades matter less for a late arrival and early departure when you only need the basics.

Typical rates with Axel here run from $84 a night at AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines to $156 at Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale (last 30 days).

  1. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale
    #1 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

    a reliable 3-star business hotel off I-35/I-80

    8.7/10

    A strong suburban stop for clean rooms, friendly service and easy parking.

    Why it's here:
    a service-led suburban stop with strong cleanliness, spacious rooms and on-site dining
    Accept:
    breakfast usually costs extra, and downtown requires driving
    • business travelers in Johnston and Urbandale
    • road-trippers with a car
    • families wanting an indoor pool
    Axel
    $113 /night
    Booking.com
    $104 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  2. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale
    #2 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

    a straightforward, limited-service hotel just off I-80 in Urbandale

    8.6/10

    A strong interstate stop with clean rooms and notably welcoming staff.

    Why it's here:
    spacious, clean rooms and notably welcoming staff for family road stops
    Accept:
    downtown requires driving; breakfast replenishment occasionally falls short
    • road-trippers stopping off I-80
    • families traveling with a car
    • business travelers visiting the northwest suburbs
    Axel
    $103 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 2 to Nov 9, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 19

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  3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
    #3 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

    a simple 3-star interstate hotel in suburban Urbandale

    8.5/10

    A strong road-trip stop with clean rooms, friendly staff and breakfast included.

    Why it's here:
    a clean interstate stop with friendly staff, included breakfast and a hot tub
    Accept:
    mixed swimming-facility feedback and alternate-day housekeeping
    • road-trippers
    • short business stays
    • families traveling by car
    Axel
    $116 /night
    Expedia
    $108 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Dec 8 to Dec 10, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  4. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
    #4 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

    A rustic-themed mid-range hotel off I-80/35 in suburban Johnston

    8.3/10

    A strong family stopover with welcoming staff, but check renovation and pool status.

    Why it's here:
    a lodge-style family stop with included breakfast and an indoor/outdoor pool
    Accept:
    uneven condition; confirm renovation and hot-tub status
    • Families traveling by car
    • Interstate road-trip stopovers
    • Travelers who enjoy lodge-style decor
    Axel
    $104 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 7 to Nov 14, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 19

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  5. TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
    #5 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

    A practical 3-star extended-stay hotel in suburban Johnston

    8.0/10

    Roomy kitchen suites make this a useful suburban base, despite uneven housekeeping.

    Why it's here:
    full kitchens and separate-bedroom options for longer family stays
    Accept:
    uneven housekeeping and bathroom upkeep; confirm hot-tub availability
    • Families needing separate bedrooms
    • Longer stays with a car
    • Road-trippers traveling with pets
    Axel
    $110 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 2 to Nov 9, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 19

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  6. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
    #6 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

    a full-service 3-star hotel beside I-80/I-35 in Urbandale

    7.4/10

    A practical interstate stop with friendly staff, but uneven upkeep holds it back.

    Why it's here:
    a convenient interstate stop with on-site dining and accommodating front-desk staff
    Accept:
    dated rooms, weak showers and recurring maintenance faults
    • interstate road-trippers
    • northwest Des Moines business travelers
    • travelers who prefer on-site dining
    Axel
    $112 /night
    Expedia
    $126 /night
    $14/night less than Expedia (11%)

    Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  7. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines
    #7 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

    a no-frills 2-star interstate hotel in Urbandale

    7.2/10

    A practical overnight stop, with friendly staff but uneven room condition.

    Why it's here:
    cheaper-than-most interstate basics with friendly staff and breakfast included
    Accept:
    dated room condition and variable breakfast replenishment
    • road-trippers stopping overnight
    • budget travelers with a car
    • short visits to Urbandale
    Axel
    $86 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 7 to Nov 14, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 19

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  8. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
    #8 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

    A no-frills budget chain hotel off I-80 and I-35

    7.1/10

    Useful for a budget overnight, but friendly staff cannot fully offset uneven upkeep.

    Why it's here:
    a cheaper-than-most highway overnight with friendly staff and an indoor pool
    Accept:
    uneven upkeep and housekeeping; no elevator listed
    • budget-conscious road-trippers
    • short visits to Johnston with a car
    • travelers bringing a dog
    Axel
    $70 /night
    Expedia
    $82 /night
    $12/night less than Expedia (14%)

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  9. Sonesta Essential Des Moines
    #9 in Urbandale & Merle Hay

    Sonesta Essential Des Moines

    a no-frills 2-star roadside hotel on Merle Hay Road

    6.8/10

    Useful budget basics, but housekeeping and smoke complaints make it a conditional pick.

    Why it's here:
    budget roadside basics with useful room appliances and friendly check-in
    Accept:
    recurring smoke smells, uneven housekeeping and noise between rooms
    • budget-minded road trippers
    • short stays with a car
    Axel
    $70 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 2 to Nov 9, 2026 · 7 nights · 1 adult · Seen Oct 19

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  • AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

    AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

    ★★★

    In Johnston

    Axel
    $70 /night
    Expedia
    $82 /night
    $12/night less than Expedia (14%)

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

    Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

    ★★★
    Axel
    $112 /night
    Expedia
    $126 /night
    $14/night less than Expedia (11%)

    Rate for Dec 11 to Dec 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

    Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

    ★★★
    Axel
    $129 /night
    Expedia
    $129 /night
    Same price as Expedia

    Rate for Nov 13 to Nov 15, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • AmericInn Hotel & Suites Johnston

    AmericInn Hotel & Suites Johnston

    ★★★

    In Johnston

    Axel
    $94 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

    Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

    ★★★

    In Urbandale

    Axel
    $113 /night
    Booking.com
    $104 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

    TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

    ★★★

    In Urbandale

    Axel
    $117 /night
    Expedia
    $110 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines

    Ramada Tropics Resort / Conference Center Des Moines

    ★★★

    In Urbandale

    Axel
    $122 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Nov 20 to Nov 22, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

    Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

    ★★★

    In Urbandale

    Axel
    $129 /night
    Expedia
    $120 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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  • Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

    Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

    ★★★

    In Urbandale

    Axel
    $141 /night
    Per night, all in, as a free account pays it

    Rate for Jan 8 to Jan 10, 2027 · 2 nights · 2 adults · Seen Oct 21

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