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Average
3.0/5
Based on 669 guest reviews
- Has an indoor pool!
- Free complimentary breakfast
- Shuttle to airport available
- The Avg. Group Discount is 9.4%!
- Gym is available on property
- 140 rooms in hotel
- Has environment-friendly policy
- Groups/Meetings rating of 10.0/10
- 10 meeting rooms in hotel
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Room Types
Local Attractions
We are nessled away on the southern side of Des Moines away from the noise and traffic of West Des Moines and downtown. The hotel is 1 block from the Airport and less than 1 mile from the bypass which makes traveling anywhere in the area simple. We are within 5 minutes of downtown Des Moines, Interstate 35, Drake University, The Iowa Events Center, Wells Fargo Arena, Hy Vee Hall, Des Moines Civic Center, The Des Moines Convention Center, Priciple Park, The Legacy Golf Club, and Grays Lake. We are less than 2 minutes from Blank Park Zoo, Air Lanes Bowling Alley, Southridge Mall, the Fort Des Moines Park, and over 50 different area restaurants.
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Verified Reviews of Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Very comfortable and room was big and clean."
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Check in and out was very easy. The bed was very comfortable.
Vicki E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
10-Sep-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 04 to Thu Sep 05 2024 at a $104.99 average nightly rate. 
"Good Airport Shuttle & A Comfy Bed!"
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Super friendly and helpful person who ran the shuttle and the front desk. The bed was very comfortable!
Tim M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
21-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 21 to Sat Jun 22 2024 at a $204.99 average nightly rate. "Nice Hotel in Convenient Location"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Lots of places to eat nearby, across the street from Casey's, my favorite for pizza. Room was clean and comfortable. Soap was provided for the sink and bathtub and it smelled so good. There is a coffee maker. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Pamela H. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
22-Apr-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Apr 21 to Tue Apr 23 2024 at a $84.15 average nightly rate. "Perfect!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everything was perfect during my stay.
David S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
13-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Mar 03 to Mon Mar 04 2024 at a $113.82 average nightly rate. "Nice, Quiet, Clean Hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
This is a very nice and quiet hotel. The housekeepers keep it very clean. The staff was very friendly to us. We travel with a very very old cat. The staff was very accommodating and understanding. We will gladly stay here again.
Francis B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
15-Sep-2023 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Sep 11 to Thu Sep 14 2023 at a $87.99 average nightly rate. Property Description
At the Des Moines Airport Hotel and Conference Center by Best Western we take great pride in providing our valued guests an upscale hotel experience at a Best Western price. Our property has recently been named one of the nicest Best Western hotels in the United States. Our beautiful hotel has 140 sleeping rooms including: 3 Suites, 1 Luxury Suite, 2 Whirlpool Honeymoon Suites, and we also have 8 Banquet or Conference rooms to accommodate up to 450 people. Every one of our sleeping rooms include: a complimentary full hot breakfast buffet for each guest, a microwave, mini-fridge, NEW plush pillow top mattresses, FREE high-speed wireless internet, room service options, and cable television with HBO and pay-per view movies. In addition to the amenities inside the room, guests also receive access to our huge heated indoor pool, hot tub, on-site fitness center, and FREE 24 hour airport shuttle that will take you and pick you up from anywhere within 5 miles. Attached to the hotel is Bennigan's Grill and Tavern which serves as the perfect location for any meal. Our Bennigan's is not like every other Bennigan's you may have been to. We offer happy hour daily from 4pm – 7pm, LIVE Music on Saturday's, a special menu created by our executive chef as well as the traditional menu. We welcome your business and hope you will choose to stay with us. We know you will not be disappointed!
Green Sustainability
We are a Certified Green Hotel.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 4.00pm |
| Check Out: | 11.00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2017 |
| Floors: | 2 |
| Rooms: | 140 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 0 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 0 |
| Suites: | 0 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 10 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 11605 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 350 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.5 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | Mon-Thurs 11am - 12am / Fri-Sun 11am - 10pm |
| Pool Info: Large indoor saltwater heated pool with relaxing waterfall backdrop. Plenty of tables and chairs for lounging. Open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: 24 hour cancellation policy | |
| Nightly Parking: | $0.0 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 50% |
| Total Taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 5.00% |
| Occupancy Tax: | 7.00% |
| Food and Beverage Tax: | 6.00% |
| Audio Visual Tax: | 22.00% |
| Shipping Handling Fee: | 5.00 Per Item |
| Food and Beverage Service Charge: | 22.00% |
| Banquet Bartender Fees: | 50.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
| Banquet Gallon of Coffee: | 32.00 Per Item |
| Banquet Soda: | 2.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Bottled Water: | 2.00 Per Person |
| Banquet Hosted Bar: | 50.00 Per Hour |
| Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: | 27.00 Per Person/Per Hour |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Generator for sleeping rooms
- Generator for public spaces
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Office in room available
- Pets allowed
- Private bathroom in room
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV Channel: Cinemax
- TV Channel: Starz
- TV Channel: Weather Channel
- TV Channel: Disney Channel
- TV Channel: Nickelodeon
- Travellers cheques accepted
- TV room
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
The Des Moines International Airport is only 1/4 mile from our property. Our complimentary Mercedes Benz shuttle will promptly transport you in comfort.
Local Shuttle Info: We provide a complimentary shuttle within 5 miles of our property. For your convenience, our shuttle runs from 4 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Breakfast Information
Start your day right with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Fresh cracked scrambled eggs, breakfast meat, fruit, hot and cold cereal, pastries, and more. Spice up your morning and try our chef's freshly made fire roasted salsa. All standard breakfast items are served over the weekend, and specialty items are added. On Saturday, enjoy our omelet scramble with sauteed bell peppers, onion, and tomatoes. We add fresh baked biscuits and sausage gravy on Sunday. Breakfast is served with a variety of beverages - fresh hot coffee and tea bar, juice options, and milk.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Yes! Pets are allowed.We allow small pets for a daily fee of $25.00.
Parking Info
Complimentary.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary high-speed Wi-fi access throughout the property.
About Ramada
- Free high-speed wireless internet access in the U.S. and Canada
- San Francisco Soap company bath amenities
- Conference meeting spaces available based on location
- Ramada Limited Hotels offer free breakfast and swimming pools
- Ramada Hotels offer on-site restaurants or a-la-carte food services
- Ramada Plaza Hotels are located near major city centers and airports. They also offer a vaariety of on-site restaurants and lounges, conference space and banquet facilities
The Ramada highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Scenic Route Bakery - A charming bakery offering delicious pastries and coffee. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - A quirky burger joint with a zombie-themed atmosphere. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Fong's Pizza - A popular local pizza joint known for its unique Asian-inspired pizza flavors. Located 5 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Adventureland Park - An amusement park with thrilling rides and attractions for all ages. Located 10 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: La Mie Bakery - A cozy bakery offering freshly baked bread and pastries. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Lunch: Smitty's Tenderloin Shop - A local favorite known for its mouthwatering tenderloin sandwiches. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Centro - A trendy Italian restaurant serving delicious pasta and wood-fired pizzas. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Pappajohn Sculpture Park - A beautiful outdoor park showcasing contemporary sculptures. Located 1 mile from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Waveland Cafe - A classic diner serving hearty breakfast dishes. Located 6 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Taco Hangover - A vibrant Mexican restaurant with a wide selection of tacos and margaritas. Located 3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: 801 Chophouse - A high-end steakhouse offering prime cuts of meat and elegant ambiance. Located 4 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Science Center of Iowa - A hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits and planetarium shows. Located 2 miles from the hotel.
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Previously known as:
Ramada by Wyndham Des Moines Airport, Ramada Hotel Des Moines Airport, Ramada Des Moines Airport Hotel
Hotel Rate Trends at Clarion Inn
This chart illustrates averages of sleeping room prices for both group prices and the best online individual traveler rates our system could find at the time the group bid was submitted. The lowest group/meeting discount shown is 21.6% in February 2023 and the highest average individual rate is $182 in the month of June 2024. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Clarion Inn in a month when rates are lower.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Clarion Inn
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Clarion Inn.
Feel free to use the Clarion Inn meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Des Moines event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| International Ballroom | 32 x 33 x 10 | 4402 | 350/-- | 256 | 260 | 106 | 126 | 15 | 28/-- | 500 | 350 | 8 |
Close This International BallroomWe have the following spaces available: Flight Room: 1056 SQ FT, Landing Room: 640 SQ FT, Hanger Room: 768 SQ FT, Signature Room: 1938 SQ FT. Room Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4402 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 32 x 33 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Power Outlets: 12 Columns: 2 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Flight Room | 31 x 35 x 15 | 1056 | --/60 | 63 | 50 | 26 | 35 | 26 | 7/5 | 100 | 60 | 12 |
Close This Flight RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1056 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 35 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Landing Room | 31 x 20 x 15 | 640 | --/30 | 30 | 26 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 2/-- | 30 | 30 | 12 |
Close This Landing RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 640 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 20 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Hangar Room | 31 x 24 x 15 | 768 | --/50 | 50 | 30 | 20 | 20 | 12 | 5/4 | 60 | 50 | 20 |
Close This Hangar RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 768 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 24 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Signature Room | 64 x 33 x 15 | 1938 | --/140 | 115 | 120 | 47 | 60 | 47 | 12/10 | 175 | 140 | 120 |
Close This Signature RoomRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 1938 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 64 x 33 x 15 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 6 Columns: 2 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: No Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| West Wing | 24 x 46 x 10 | 864 | --/50 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 14/11 | 70 | 50 | 40 |
Close This West WingRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 864 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 24 x 46 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Hospitality Suite | 18 x 29 x 10 | 500 | --/-- | -- | -- | 8 | 8 | 8 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This Hospitality SuiteRoom Type: General Meeting Room Total Size: 500 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 18 x 29 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 1 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Board Room #111 | 29 x 10 x 8 | 290 | 20/24 | -- | 15 | 7 | 15 | 10 | 2/1 | 15 | 20 | 15 |
Close This Board Room #111Very nice boardroom which is perfect for a group meeting. This room has a drop down screen in it along with a built in restroom, counter space, and sink. Also a great room for a baby shower or birthday party. Room Type: Boardroom Total Size: 290 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 29 x 10 x 8 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 0 Windows: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Pre-Function Area | 80 x 21 x 10 | 1680 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 11/8 | -- | 168 | 168 |
Close This Pre-Function AreaWe have a beautiful pre-conference lobby with comfortable furniture and elegant lighting. This is the perfect location to relax or for a buffet to be setup. Room Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1680 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 80 x 21 x 10 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 8 Columns: 3 Windows: 0 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Pool Atrium | 31 x 37 x 20 | 1147 | 150/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 7/6 | 70 | 220 | 115 |
Close This Pool AtriumWe have a very large pool atrium which is the perfect place for a birthday party, baby shower, family gathering, or convention space. Room Type: Pool Deck Total Size: 1147 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 37 x 20 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Power Outlets: 4 Columns: 0 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? Yes Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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FAQs about Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
What time is check in?
Check in time is 4.00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11.00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport have?
There are 140 rooms in the property.
Is there any meeting space at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Start your day right with our complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Fresh cracked scrambled eggs, breakfast meat, fruit, hot and cold cereal, pastries, and more. Spice up your morning and try our chef's freshly made fire roasted salsa. All standard breakfast items are served over the weekend, and specialty items are added. On Saturday, enjoy our omelet scramble with sauteed bell peppers, onion, and tomatoes. We add fresh baked biscuits and sausage gravy on Sunday. Breakfast is served with a variety of beverages - fresh hot coffee and tea bar, juice options, and milk.
What parking is available at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Complimentary.
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary high-speed Wi-fi access throughout the property.
Can I get a AAA rate at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.
Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.
Is there a gym at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Large indoor saltwater heated pool with relaxing waterfall backdrop. Plenty of tables and chairs for lounging. Open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m..
Testimonials:
"A great all around service. I will tell all my friends that are getting married in the near future about the great experience I've had." B.P. - Denver, CO
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