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When you stay at a motel, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Jordan Creek Town Center. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North: Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. It's located within a 10-minute drive of Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a quick 3-minute drive of Adventureland. Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East: It's located within a quick 3-minute drive of Adventureland. A snack bar/deli along with freebies such as WiFi, self-parking and a casino shuttle are available during your stay. Cozy Rest Motel: Stay within a 10-minute drive of Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

Explore the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene while you're sightseeing. Those visiting Des Moines love the live music and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Gray’s Lake Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Science Center of Iowa, Blank Park Zoo and Adventureland. Some historical places you might want to see include World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Salisbury House and Valley Junction.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Des Moines to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Des Moines are January, February, November and March, with each month seeing an average of 22 cm of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Des Moines to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is located 4.1 mi (6.7 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.