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A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a grey sofa with orange cushions.

A reception area with two reception desks, a modern light fixture, a wall with a geometric pattern, and a shelf with snacks.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a flagpole with flags.

A modern conference room with a long table, several chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and built-in shelving with decorative items.

1. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

2 km from Merle Hay Mall

Katherine

2.410.374 ₫

2.699.618 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, coffee machines, and a fruit bowl.

An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.

2. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 km from Merle Hay Mall

Kerryann

1.543.213 ₫

1.728.399 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a cityscape artwork.

A hotel room with a sofa, two lamps, a small table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

3. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.1 km from Merle Hay Mall

Donna

1.814.001 ₫

2.031.712 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.

A hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.

4. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

1.7 km from Merle Hay Mall

Atong

1.581.852 ₫

1.849.470 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

An indoor pool with slides and a ship-themed play area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a small table with a lamp.

A lobby with a reception desk, a curved seating area, and a decorative palm tree centerpiece.

A spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a large window overlooking the dining area.

5. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

2.2 km from Merle Hay Mall

Nick

1.850.545 ₫

2.072.610 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Wildwood Lodge

6.8 km from Merle Hay Mall

Paul

2.254.859 ₫

2.525.442 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

7. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

7.9 km from Merle Hay Mall

LaSeana

3.272.925 ₫

3.665.677 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

4 km from Merle Hay Mall

Shazia

2.954.134 ₫

3.308.630 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

A buffet setup with various food items, a toaster, and a coffee station.

A reception area with a central counter, two bar stools, and a wall with illuminated panels.

A bathroom with a round mirror, wooden cabinets, and a towel rack with white towels.

9. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6.3 km from Merle Hay Mall

John

3.379.189 ₫

3.784.692 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a matching ottoman, a flat-screen TV on a wooden desk, a standing lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

13.4 km from Merle Hay Mall

Galen

3.187.914 ₫

3.570.463 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

4.7 km from Merle Hay Mall

Maureen

2.313.182 ₫

2.590.764 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

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.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs, and a colorful carpet.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

3.7 km from Merle Hay Mall

Jean

2.486.055 ₫

2.784.382 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

13. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

3.9 km from Merle Hay Mall

William

2.531.826 ₫

2.835.646 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

A swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

14. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

9.3 km from Merle Hay Mall

Elaine

2.317.802 ₫

2.595.938 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, a round wooden table, and a staircase.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area with stools and tables.

15. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

6.2 km from Merle Hay Mall

Julie

3.081.650 ₫

3.451.448 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

13.4 km from Merle Hay Mall

Ralph

2.104.023 ₫

2.356.506 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

11.7 km from Merle Hay Mall

Paul

2.445.363 ₫

2.738.807 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

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

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

18. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10.4 km from Merle Hay Mall

Justin

2.591.541 ₫

2.902.526 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

19. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

12.5 km from Merle Hay Mall

gary

2.565.882 ₫

2.873.788 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

An indoor venue with a brick wall, black chairs arranged in rows, and hanging plants.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

20. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

8.2 km from Merle Hay Mall

Mark

4.380.142 ₫

4.905.759 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Merle Hay Mall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG	8.2 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines	8.2 Very good 1,007 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road	7.6 Good 1,012 reviews	View
Sonesta Essential Des Moines	7.6 Good 1,004 reviews	View
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines	5.8 1,062 reviews	View

Top Merle Hay Mall Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Definitely one the cleaner place I've been given the price point. And! The Internet actually worked!"

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

10/10 Excellent

"Suited my needs. Close to I-80. No complaints."

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Great place."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8/10 Good

"Room was pretty clean. Shower head was starting to not function properly. Staff was very helpful and polite, except the person who had to make more eggs ,bacon, etc, in middle of breakfast seemed to be grumpy for having to make more. Coffee ( reg) was empty also on 2nd day of breakfast. Laundry room closes at 10 pm. A very big inconvenience for us. Too many cars parked overnight in front of lobby. !! It should have a few spots for ppl checking in. You have to park in back and walk all away around building just to check in and then get your pass key card. Then you can access the doors in parking lot. That deserves less than 1 star. Overall, we liked the stay. Will probably stay again " if they do something about parking during check in" ."

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"It was a nice stay would stay again if I was in the area"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Bed was firm as were the pillows."

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice, quiet and clean hotel. Large and safe parking lot. Would definitely stay there again."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

8/10 Good

"This stay worked for what we needed it for. Close to baseball fields, Texas Roadhouse in the parking lot and decent priced. Not as up to date as the normal Townplace hotels we generally stay in. Fridge in our room wasn’t cold, ice machine not working on our floor or a few others, laundry on site but only one working dryer so not convenient when there were two others that could have been available! I will say pretty quiet for all of the sports teams staying so that was a big advantage and did not have kids up and down the halls. Easy location. Fairly clean. Nice pool but wish the hot tub was working."

Other attractions near Merle Hay Mall

Buccaneer Arena

6.2/10 (21 reviews)

Catch an event at Buccaneer Arena during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Waveland Municipal Golf Course

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

8.0/10 (11 reviews)

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Johnston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Des Moines Community Playhouse

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can get tickets for a performance at Des Moines Community Playhouse during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Knapp Center

Catch an event at Knapp Center during your trip to Des Moines.

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Burns United Methodist Church

Burns United Methodist Church is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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Greenbelt Trail

7.6/10 (55 reviews)

You can take time to visit Greenbelt Trail during your travels to Clive. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merle Hay Mall?

Merle Hay Mall is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Merle Hay Mall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merle Hay Mall, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Merle Hay Mall.

What can I see and do near Merle Hay Mall?

Study the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Living History Farms or Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Terrace Hill. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

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Our top choices for Merle Hay Mall hotels

1. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

2. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

3. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

4. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

5. Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

6. Wildwood Lodge

7. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

9. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

11. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

13. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

14. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

15. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

17. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

18. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

19. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

20. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

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Top Merle Hay Mall Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

Other attractions near Merle Hay Mall

Buccaneer Arena

Waveland Municipal Golf Course

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Knapp Center

Burns United Methodist Church

Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center

Greenbelt Trail

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