Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Urbandale
Address: 8661 Plum Drive, Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America, Des Moines, Iowa, US
Price range: $107–$171 per night
Rating: 8.67

What guests think

At Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Urbandale, travellers often highlight very clean, quiet rooms, a reliable hot breakfast, and a convenient location near I 80 with several restaurants within walking distance.

Rooms are frequently described as spacious and comfortable, with some noting recent updates and others calling out firm beds, dated bathrooms, or noisy air conditioning. Facilities feedback is mixed: multiple reports note pool or hot tub closures and broken treadmills or an elevator, while others enjoyed an open pool area and ample parking. Service is widely viewed as welcoming and helpful, though occasional lapses include slow front desk coverage, key issues, or housekeeping misses. Overall, expect a comfortable stopover with dependable basics.

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Facilities

Reports are mixed: several guests found the pool and hot tub closed or equipment like treadmills and an elevator broken, while others enjoyed an open pool area. Parking is ample even on busy nights.

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Jeff

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hot tub was broken, the treadmills were broken and an elevator was broken.

10

Peggy

May 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Plenty of parking even when full. Large breakfast room. Friendly staff. Close to dining options. Clean rooms.

8

Leca

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is located close to major thoroughfares, is quiet, clean with easy parking.

10

Shannon

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool and hot tub were great hot tub nice and warm. There were a lot of kids there for a baseball tournament and some were a little wild in the pool area. Breakfast was good the usual choices.

10

Adam

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet hotel. Hot tub was relaxing! Very large room, almost seemed too empty. Nice breakfast in the morning.

10

Janet

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We were very happy with our stay. Hotel was clean, rooms including bathroom were clean and updated. Pool and hot tub were open and operational with pool towels provided. Around 10pm from our room, we could hear kids yelling from the pool. We called to the front desk to ask if the kids could quiet down and very shortly, it was quiet. Staff at front desk was very friendly at check in and out. Breakfast area was clean and breakfast options were good including hot breakfast. Overall, a great experience.

10

Peggy

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast options, large breakfast area. Plenty of parking even when full. Friendly staff.

4

Shelby

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pool and hot tub CLOSED!

4

Jamie

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was not friendly or inviting at all. Everything was broke (hot tub, treadmills, elevator etc) room had a weird smell. Not worth $200 AT ALL. Won’t be back unless it’s comped for the experience.

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William

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk clerk could use a lesson in friendliness and professionalism. Hot tub and pool were closed and nothing on their website indicated this. The front desk clerk didn\'t even say anything about it. Ice maker was not working on second floor. Our key wasn\'t programmed correctly and we had to make a second trip back to main desk where the clerk said " I think it will work now." Room was clean, bathroom needs maintenance. Breakfast was nice.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness earns frequent praise for tidy rooms and well-maintained spaces. A few guests reported issues such as an initially dirty room, unchanged sheets, trash not removed, or occasional odors.

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10

Daniel

Jul 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was fantastic. Everything was super clean and tidy. The breakfast was very good. The staff was friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay here again.

10

Jeffrey

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean. Friendly staff.

4

Susan

Apr 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The sheets on the bed had not been changed since the prior guest. It was obvious someone had slept in them. The management promptly changed out the sheets when I brought this to their attention.

10

Erin

Nov 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean rooms and public areas with a friendly staff.

8

Sanya

Mar 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I was very impressed. When we opened the door to our room the room smelled clean.

10

Allyn

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very quiet and clean

10

shirley

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right off I80. Super clean and well maintained. Easily walk to a few restaurants. Gas station is right down the road. Definitely would stay again.

6

James

May 5, 2023

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The property was fine. The issue was with he room cleanliness. The staff didn't remove trash from the room even when it was requested.

6

darini

Aug 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A good roomI didn’t like opening up to a dirty room and no ice on my floor Once we got a clean room, it was

10

Keven

Aug 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very well maintained property. We especially appreciated the cleanliness of our room and friendliness of the staff.

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Rooms

Rooms are often spacious and comfortable, with some noting recent updates. Downsides include firm beds for some, dated bathrooms, or noisy AC; one guest felt a very large room seemed sparse.

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Lisa

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel has recently been remodeled and the rooms and lobby are very clean and updated. Free breakfast includes eggs, bacon, sausage and biscuits along with waffles. Recommend

10

Linda

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was easy access from Interstate. Everything was clean & quiet. Breakfast was typical but good.

10

Adam

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet hotel. Hot tub was relaxing! Very large room, almost seemed too empty. Nice breakfast in the morning.

10

Allyn

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very quiet and clean

8

Jessica

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfy and spacious rooms. Fabulous staff. Bed was hard but typical. Good location. Safe. Quiet

10

Theodore

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable bed Quiet room Great breakfast choices

10

Delmar

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms felt extra large More space for toiletries in the bathroom would be helpful

8

Jonathan

Jun 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed on a busy weekend with a lot of other sports teams staying in the hotel. Overall it met our needs the staff was great, the rooms were good enough. Our bathroom was a little dated and the AC sounded like a jet engine. The breakfast definitely could be better but was good enough if you just needed a quick meal.

10

Douglas

Jun 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Fairfield Inn was clean and in good condition, but starting to look a little old inside. I would rate our stay as safe, quiet, and clean. The hotel was also conveniently located (i.e., easily walkable) to several restaurants (including Culvers, one of our favorites). We would stay here again.

10

Aaron

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very large clean rooms

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with several examples of prompt assistance. A few guests reported unattended or unfriendly front desk service and occasional key or response delays.

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10

Jeffrey

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice and clean. Friendly staff.

10

Donna

Oct 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Reception staff very helpful and friendly

10

Janusz

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk attendant was not in the front desk. Had to wait 15mins until someone came out

10

Steven

May 15, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful building in an area with many restaurants within walking distance. The front desk staff is very pleasant.

8

Jessica

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfy and spacious rooms. Fabulous staff. Bed was hard but typical. Good location. Safe. Quiet

10

Dora

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The customer service was spot on as well as the great breakfast

4

Jamie

Aug 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was not friendly or inviting at all. Everything was broke (hot tub, treadmills, elevator etc) room had a weird smell. Not worth $200 AT ALL. Won’t be back unless it’s comped for the experience.

6

William

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk clerk could use a lesson in friendliness and professionalism. Hot tub and pool were closed and nothing on their website indicated this. The front desk clerk didn\'t even say anything about it. Ice maker was not working on second floor. Our key wasn\'t programmed correctly and we had to make a second trip back to main desk where the clerk said " I think it will work now." Room was clean, bathroom needs maintenance. Breakfast was nice.

10

Safija

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great staff

10

Willard

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff went so far as to get my wife a jacket to help her in the chill of air conditioning. It was an excellent place to stay.

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Location

Convenient off I 80 with easy access to restaurants and area venues, including walkable dining. Several guests also note a safe, quiet setting.

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Peggy

May 25, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Plenty of parking even when full. Large breakfast room. Friendly staff. Close to dining options. Clean rooms.

8

Leca

Nov 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property is located close to major thoroughfares, is quiet, clean with easy parking.

8

Tammy

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Conveniently located off of Highway. The staff was pleasant and accommodating.

8

Marty and Janet

Jun 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was convenient for our visit to Des Moines, clean, surrounding restaurants good, close to interstate.

8

Kelly Jo

Mar 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location! Small and cozy for a quick trip through town!

10

MaryAnn

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Located near the Grimes softball fields.

8

Jessica

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfy and spacious rooms. Fabulous staff. Bed was hard but typical. Good location. Safe. Quiet

10

shirley

Aug 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Right off I80. Super clean and well maintained. Easily walk to a few restaurants. Gas station is right down the road. Definitely would stay again.

10

Viola

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was excellent. There were several restaurants near by to choose from. I would gladly stay here again.

10

Douglas

Jun 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Fairfield Inn was clean and in good condition, but starting to look a little old inside. I would rate our stay as safe, quiet, and clean. The hotel was also conveniently located (i.e., easily walkable) to several restaurants (including Culvers, one of our favorites). We would stay here again.

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised for hot options and variety, with a large area and good restocking during busy times. Some guests found it average or thought it could be better.

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10

Lisa

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel has recently been remodeled and the rooms and lobby are very clean and updated. Free breakfast includes eggs, bacon, sausage and biscuits along with waffles. Recommend

10

Josh

Mar 1, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great service Comfy Clean Great breakfast and kept well stocked even with all the wrestlers!! So thank you!!!

10

Shannon

Apr 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool and hot tub were great hot tub nice and warm. There were a lot of kids there for a baseball tournament and some were a little wild in the pool area. Breakfast was good the usual choices.

10

Adam

May 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet hotel. Hot tub was relaxing! Very large room, almost seemed too empty. Nice breakfast in the morning.

10

Jimmie

Sep 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The breakfast was great.Room service was also great

10

Clair

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

staff support. Great breakfast.

10

Peggy

May 27, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast options, large breakfast area. Plenty of parking even when full. Friendly staff.

10

Theodore

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable bed Quiet room Great breakfast choices

10

Wayne

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was below average: especially eggs and sausage

10

David

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything is always great at Fairfield. It is by far the best hotel in this price range. Always consistent with no surprises. Great breakfast, rooms and staff always.

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Month	Average price
January	$105
February	$110
March	$115
April	$129
May	$129
June	$130
July	$126
August	$158
September	$115
October	$109
November	$102
December	$96

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9 $108	10 $110	11 $118	12 $118
13 $108	14 $108	15 $107	16 $108	17 $108	18 $150	19 $160
20 $107	21 $108	22 $108	23 $117	24 $108	25 $161	26 $171
27 $108	28 $117	29 $117	30 $117

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $113	2 $155	3 $154
4 $108	5 $108	6 $108	7 $108	8 $108	9 $137	10 $142
11 $107	12 $107	13 $107	14 $107	15 $108	16 $130	17 $130
18 $107	19 $107	20 $108	21 $111	22 $107	23 $140	24 $150
25 $108	26 $107	27 $107	28 $107	29 $111	30 $139	31 $150

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