Mon 11/24
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Tue 11/25
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$118
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
$118
King room
$144
Executive room
$161
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Overview

This hotel is situated in West Des Moines, and features free Wi-Fi, an indoor pool and a 24-hour business centre. It also offers meeting rooms, a 24-hour reception and a games room.

There are a variety of amenities on offer to guests of Element West Des Moines, such as a designated smoking area, a terrace and a garden. It also features a vending machine, a laundry service and a lift.

Element West Des Moines provides rooms equipped with a dishwasher, a refrigerator and a microwave.

The area near the hotel has a range of cafés and restaurants. Jordan Creek Town Center is a five-minute drive away.

9.2
Wonderful rating
Based on 370 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Element West Des Moines

Mon 11/24
Tue 11/25
King room
1 king bed
$144
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$161
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$166
nightly with fees
Executive room
1 king bed
$161
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$346
nightly with fees
Double room
2 queen beds
$166
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$215
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$345
nightly with fees
Standard room
1 king bed
$118
nightly with fees
1 king bed
$126
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$128
nightly with fees
Queen room
2 queen beds
$201
nightly with fees
2 queen beds
$448
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Element West Des Moines

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Grill
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

General

  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Pool and spa

  • Saltwater pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Health and safety

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • First-aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Continental breakfast

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Complimentary breakfast

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Element West Des Moines

9.2
Wonderful
370 verified ratings
Wonderful
305
Very good
23
Good
16
Okay
7
Fair
4
Mediocre
2
Poor
13

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's cleanliness and modern design, highlighting the good breakfast options and friendly staff. However, there were complaints about noise disturbances from other guests and issues with service, particularly regarding the management's response to problems.
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Cleanliness9.5 out of 10
Location9 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
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Daniel, Mar 2025
Great hotel option if you would like to have a kitchen to use during your stay. Great location as well

Location

575 South Prairie View Drive, West Des Moines, IA 50266

What's nearby

  • Funny Bone Comedy Club151 yd
  • Valley Stadium1.2 mi
  • Jordan House Museum2.7 mi
  • Valley Junction4 mi
  • Val Air Ballroom4.4 mi
  • Willow Creek Golf Club4.9 mi
  • Des Moines Art Center5.6 mi
  • Hoyt Sherman Place7.8 mi
  • Iowa State Capitol9.6 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Element West Des Moines

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December
August
$169
$210
Cheapest month to stay with an average 32% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 94% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Element West Des Moines

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Element West Des Moines

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Element West Des Moines, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Element West Des Moines, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Element West Des Moines was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $140, while the most expensive was $152.
  • How long should you stay at Element West Des Moines? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Element West Des Moines

  • Where is Element West Des Moines located?

    Element West Des Moines is located at 575 South Prairie View Drive, 4 miles from the center of West Des Moines. Funny Bone Comedy Club is the closest landmark to Element West Des Moines.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Element West Des Moines?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Element West Des Moines.

  • Does Element West Des Moines offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Element West Des Moines offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Element West Des Moines offer free parking?

    Yes, Element West Des Moines offers free parking.

  • How far is Element West Des Moines from the airport?

    Element West Des Moines is 6.7 miles from Des Moines. Element West Des Moines is 71.4 miles from Fort Dodge.

  • Does Element West Des Moines have a pool?

    Yes, Element West Des Moines has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Element West Des Moines hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Element West Des Moines in West Des Moines and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Element West Des Moines and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Element West Des Moines.

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8.7
4.0 mi
Des Moines
6.7 mi