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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Property class: 3
Enjoy the indoor pool at this 3-star Urbandale hotel

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A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs, and a colorful carpet.
A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a flat roof.
A hotel reception area with a self-service kiosk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a sign indicating a corner market.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8661 Plum Dr, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, microwave, and air conditioning unit.

Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, microwave, and air conditioning unit.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, television, microwave, and air conditioning unit.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible (Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a large mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible (Accessible Bathtub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wardrobe, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Hearing Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Urbandale

In Urbandale .You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Merle Hay Mall and 6 miles (10 km) of Pump It Up with a stay here. Buccaneer Arena and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 9 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Drake University - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Adventureland - 13 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 13 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 16 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Enjoy the indoor pool at this 3-star Urbandale hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers its guests a children's pool, an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2014
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers 68 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fairfield Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Moines Urbandale Hotel
Fairfield Inn Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Urbandale
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Hotel Urbandale

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale to the airport?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale is 20.8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale on Sept 7, 2026 start from CA $133, 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.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offer free breakfast?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale offers free continental breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a pool?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale features an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale to downtown Urbandale?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale is 2.1 mi away from Urbandale.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 545 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 545 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 545 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 545 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 545 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, good breakfast, big rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ROSALIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet free so assured no allergy problems. Clean and very welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here multiple times and really enjoy this hotel. It is clean with great amenities. The rooms are spacious and we enjoy the pool/hot tub. Wonderful breakfast with friendly staff. Close to lots of great places to eat and we love how you can jump right back on the interstate. We'll be back again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Kind staff. Breakfast was ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed Quiet room Great breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for a short stay, very clean, spacious rooms. Staff was courteous and prompt, and breakfast was pretty standard but kept clean and well stocked. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay. Room was clean, comfortable and so quiet! Staff friendly and efficient. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, good food, clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jimmie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great.Room service was also great
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dora

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

Great Stay

The customer service was spot on as well as the great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon

good breakfast and close to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were pleased with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay-Friendly staff, clean room, room has modern aesthetic with everything that you need including microwave and fridge. Near the front desk there is a mini store to grab a snack. And free, basic breakfast in the morning. I’ve stayed here several times on my way through town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel felt brand new, the breakfast was fabulous, and the hotel staff were amazingly kind and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Safija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had good visit would recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable room with knowledgeable, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marty and Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient for our visit to Des Moines, clean, surrounding restaurants good, close to interstate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dusty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lie this hotel highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025