18+ Hotels in Des Moines, IA
Where You Can Check In at 18, 19 or 20

6 hotels in Des Moines, IA list a minimum check-in age of 18 on Hotels.com, so travelers aged 18, 19 and 20 can check in. Observed starting prices begin at $67 at Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North, with a median of $72 per night. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport has the best guest rating, 9.4/10 from 678 reviews. Of these, 1 has a pool and 3 accept pets. Places mentioned near these hotels include Casey's Center, Iowa State Capitol Building and Iowa Events Center. Hotel data checked in November 2026.

Policies can change: confirm the minimum check-in age with the hotel before booking.

hotels with 18+ check-in
6
lowest starting price, Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
$67
median starting price per night
$72
best rating, Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
9.4/10
accept pets
3
has a pool
1

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown allows check-in for 18 year-old guests

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

9.0/10 507 reviews Highly rated

4.0-star hotel

207 Crocker Street, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA

Iowa Events Center · 0.2 km · 2 min walk

  • Fitness center
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Minimum check-in age: 18

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Parking: Wheelchair-accessible parking · 3 on-site accessible parking spaces · Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Pets: Pets not allowed

Nearby

  • Iowa Events Center — 0.2 km, 2 min walk
  • Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center — 0.3 km, 3 min walk
  • Casey's Center — 0.6 km, 6 min walk
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport allows check-in for 18 year-old guests

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8.0/10 1,011 reviews

3.0-star hotel

1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA

Air Lanes Bowling Center · 1.1 km · 13 min walk

  • Fitness center
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Minimum check-in age: 18

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Parking: Wheelchair-accessible parking · 3 on-site accessible parking spaces

Pets: Pets not allowed

Nearby

  • Air Lanes Bowling Center — 1.1 km, 13 min walk
  • Casey's Center — 8.6 km, 9 min drive
  • Drake University — 9.1 km, 10 min drive
Cozy Rest Motel allows check-in for 18 year-old guests

Cozy Rest Motel

7.8/10 679 reviews

2.0-star hotel

2316 Southeast 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50320, USA

Principal Park · 3.9 km · 4 min drive

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Minimum check-in age: 18

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Pets: Pets not allowed

Nearby

  • Principal Park — 3.9 km, 4 min drive
  • Des Moines Civic Center — 3.9 km, 4 min drive
  • Iowa State Capitol Building — 4.2 km, 4 min drive
Red Roof Inn Des Moines allows check-in for 18 year-old guests

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

6.8/10 611 reviews

2.0-star hotel

5020 NE 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA

Outlets of Des Moines · 10.4 km · 5 min drive

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Minimum check-in age: 18

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Parking: Wheelchair-accessible parking · 4 on-site accessible parking spaces

Pets: Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 80 lbs per pet)*

Nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines — 10.4 km, 5 min drive
  • Des Moines Area Community College — 7.3 km, 5 min drive
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino — 11.4 km, 6 min drive
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North allows check-in for 18 year-old guests

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

5.8/10 433 reviews

2.0-star hotel

4940 NE 14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50313, USA

Outlets of Des Moines · 10.8 km · 5 min drive

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Minimum check-in age: 18

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Parking: Wheelchair-accessible parking · 4 on-site accessible parking spaces · Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Pets: Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total)

Nearby

  • Outlets of Des Moines — 10.8 km, 5 min drive
  • Des Moines Area Community College — 7.6 km, 6 min drive
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino — 11.8 km, 7 min drive
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport allows check-in for 18 year-old guests

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.4/10 678 reviews Highly rated

3.0-star hotel

7201 Sw 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50321, USA

A. H. Blank Golf Course · 2.8 km · 2 min drive

  • Pool
  • Fitness center
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Minimum check-in age: 18

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Parking: Bicycle parking · Wheelchair-accessible parking · 4 on-site accessible parking spaces · Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Pets: Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*

Nearby

  • A. H. Blank Golf Course — 2.8 km, 2 min drive
  • Blank Park Zoo — 3.1 km, 3 min drive
  • Echo Valley Driving Range — 2.8 km, 3 min drive

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Des Moines Hotel Check-In FAQ

Can you check into a hotel in Des Moines at 18?

Yes. 6 hotels in Des Moines list a minimum check-in age of 18 on Hotels.com. Policies can change, so confirm with the property before booking and bring a government-issued photo ID.

Can I check in without a credit card in Des Moines?

Often, yes. Of the 6 hotels listed here, 5 accept debit cards and 5 accept cash, according to Hotels.com, including Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport. Most hotels still hold a deposit for incidentals at check-in, so call ahead to confirm they will take it without a credit card.

What time is check-in at 18+ hotels in Des Moines?

Check-in starts between 2 PM and 3 PM at the hotels listed here, most often at 3 PM (3 of 5). Check-out is usually at 11 AM.

Which 18+ hotel is closest to Casey's Center?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown is the closest of the hotels listed here, 0.4 mi away, followed by Cozy Rest Motel (2.9 mi) and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport (5.3 mi).

What is the cheapest hotel in Des Moines for 18-year-olds?

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North had the lowest observed starting price, from $67 per night when we checked in November 2026, against a median of $72 for the 5 hotels with a listed price. Prices change with dates: select your dates to see the current price on Hotels.com.