Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Iowa State Capitol Building

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Exterior
Lobby
Point of interest
Free WiFi
Coffee service

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4940 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA, 50313
  • Place, Margo Frankel Woods State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Outlets of Des Moines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Marquisville, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is within a 10-minute drive of popular attractions such as Iowa State Capitol Building and Iowa Events Center. This 120-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Margo Frankel Woods State Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Woodland Hills Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Outlets of Des Moines - 5 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Des Moines Area Community College - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Adventureland - 7 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smokey D's BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Iowa State Capitol Building
Guests staying at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Free long-distance calls and free local calls are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (35 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Motel 6 Moines Ia
Motel 6 Des Moines IA
6 Des Moines, Ia Des Moines
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

As of Feb 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North on Feb 8, 2026 start from $55.23, 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's there to do close to Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

This motel is situated in Marquisville, close to Casey's Center, Iowa State Fairgrounds, and Adventureland. You'll also find Iowa State Capitol Building and Margo Frankel Woods State Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North include a casino on the premises?

No, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North.

Does Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 13.8 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North.

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 279 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

RUSSELL C BRENNEMAN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kari

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely disgusting! Room #129 Cockroaches coming out from behind the baseboards and smaller one's on the walls. What looked to be dried blood in random spots on the walls. Toilet seat was broke off. Black hairs all over the bed and pillows that were flatter than a frogs ass. Some type of stains on both the bed sheet and comforter. Writing on the back of bathroom door that said "murder inn" There's clearly no point in going back to the front desk and complaining due to having a "no refund" policy and it being nothing but one big trap house around the whole back end of the building. I ended up sleeping in my car I definitely wasn't going to request another room to get the same disturbing results.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Luke

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The interstate noise was there but I slept well enough. The rooms are cheap and worth it if you take my meaning. The motel is quite decayed, and populated with sad cases you might expect. I only saw three roaches in my room. But, nobody bothered me in the two nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cockroaches crawling on my bed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Had my wife laughed at when going to the office by herself for asking for simple things like towels and then waited for over a day for my door lock to be repaired cause my autistic son likes to run outside and we had to ask multiple times just for it to not happen and to be locked out due to a incident with a separate person who is not related and got kicked out for them being in our room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

DON'T STAY HERE

Unfortunately I have to rate this hotel very poor. DON'T stay here no matter how nice the room appears. The motel rents to long term tenants of which do not care for the property. DOZENS, I mean dozens of dog feces all around the grass area of the property. (I have pics). Tenants dont control there dogs and a large one got out of a room and attacked another dog on a l3ash and knocked over the lady and dragged her. Cockroaches in the room, dirty towel. Really one of my worst stays EVER and i travel alot and in some pretty rough areas. Really disappointed in Expedia.and Motel 6 for allowing a trap like this on their websites. Staff seemed nice enough but owner/manager obviously dont care. If you are going to rent to long term tenants then dont rent to travels.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

vernon

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3 to 11 staff wonderful -others not so much -room was clean bed but not much more -no place to eat -I didn't have a car so had to go all night without eating -no taxi would come
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dirty room!

I requested a non-smoking room and our room smelled like Marijuana. There was hair in the shower and on the bathroom counter sink. The deadbolt didn't work and the 2nd latch was completely broken.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuni

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberley or Daniel

Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first room rented for my Brother was good .. went back to stay a couple of nights and ended up having to stay in a room that was not health code acceptable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie

So dirty. No fridge. No microwave. No coffee pot. Shower filthy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merragin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice but buggy

Room was safe. The only negative was the 3 cockroach looking bugs i killed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Baqer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberley or Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberley or Daniel

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the room. Liked the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dave

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Motel Suxth

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
AC was nice and cold
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eliseo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I did not sleep there they bedbugs smell like crap
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Morgan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed there for 3 weeks, my booking day was up and I was unaware. They banged on my door at 11pm demanding I open the door and go downstairs to pay, mind you I had been in my room all day and night. I requested to have them use my card on file or to take care of it in the morning and she refused. Worst customer service! Plus them charging my card for 134$ twice with no explanation, waiting 3 days to get it credited back to my account.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bugs roachs no fridge or microwave. Stains everywhere. Some Staff are nice thats about it. Noise
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Julius

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025