Stop Off in Des Moines

Non-smoking hotel located just off I-35/80

Make every day of your visit feel like a homecoming, thanks to top-notch services at our non-smoking our Days Inn Merle Hay-Des Moines hotel. Our location in West Des Moines puts local attractions at your fingertips. Located just off I-35 and I-80 in the northwestern corner of the city, our hotel provides comfortable accommodations at a great rate.

Energize Your Day

Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi, and more

Start your day with our free expanded Daybreak breakfast before heading out. Swim in the indoor pool, soak in the whirlpool, or play games in the two-story game room before grabbing an evening drink in the onsite lounge, Derry's. We offer free WiFi, microwave and refrigerator, in-room coffee, and 80 HD television channels. Accessible rooms are available.

While You're Here

Enjoy great outdoor activities in Altoona

From our Des Moines hotel you can stroll the Principal Riverwalk, or walk through Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Slide down the water rides and roller coasters at Adventureland amusement park, or indulge in some adult fun at Prairie Meadows racetrack and casino. Spend a day on the water at Saylorville Lake or Grays’s Lake for slower-paced activities like fishing, hiking, and boating.