Red Lion Inn & Suites Des Moines, Federal WayRed Lion Inn & Suites Des Moines in Federal Way, United States has a corrected score of 2.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 10 of 12 hotels we score in Federal Way. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.5 before correction: Booking.com 1.5. Rooms from about $100 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located on Pacific Highway South in Des Moines, this non-smoking hotel offers 50 air-conditioned rooms. It sits near the Westfield Southcenter Mall and is a short drive from SeaTac Airport and Interstate 5. The property provides free breakfast, on-site private parking, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests can use the business centre, meeting rooms, or the lounge area. It is a practical choice for travellers needing proximity to local transport links or the nearby theme park. While the rooms are functional, some guests find the interior decor quite basic.What stands out

Free breakfast included

On-site private parking

Helpful staff

Close to SeaTac Airport

Watch out for

Basic room interiors

Limited parking facilities

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