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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

2.5 star property
Hotel in Urbandale with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Reception
Indoor pool
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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8661 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Living History Farms
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Multiple Beds (Hearing Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale is located within a few miles (5 km) of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and Merle Hay Mall. This hotel has 68 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Living History Farms - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 12 min drive - 9.5 miles
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Casey's Center - 16 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Hotel in Urbandale with free breakfast and a fitness center
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale features an indoor pool, a children's pool, and a gym. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a hot tub, and a business center.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Sofa beds, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2014
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Rooftop garden
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Moines Urbandale Hotel
Fairfield Inn Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale on Oct 30, 2025 start from $92.0, excluding 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.

What is there to do close to Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

This hotel is located in Urbandale, close to Merle Hay Mall, Living History Farms, and Val Air Ballroom. You'll also find Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Valley West Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a casino?

No, Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

Is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool, free breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale though service animals are welcome.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

The closest major airport to Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 20.7 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale.

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