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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (932)
"Great overnight stay to relax and unwind after a full day of driving. "
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great place very cool hotel!"
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Des Lux Hotel
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Love staying here! The rooms are very well designed and the over service is excellent! "
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Lobby

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very comfortable stay with a very comfortable bed in a nice quiet hotel with a great breakfast. "
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free daily continental breakfast

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great staff service and close to airport "
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Great stay"
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (917)
"Great stay all around. I love Marriott and this property exceeded expectations."
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (908)
"Everything about our stay was good"
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great property and convenient location. "
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999)
"Always a great stay here. "
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1108)
"enjoyed our stay"
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Indoor pool

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"We had a nice stay there. "
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (362)
"Quick check in, quiet, right across from our venue and allowed us to use parking all day for our event."
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty)

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Awesome hotel"
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Friendly staff, excellent stay. "
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Lounge

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (383)
"Very nice hotel, very friendly and helpful staff. "
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Property amenity

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (507)
"The area was clean and quiet. Was there for the National Senior Olympics"
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Enjoyed our stay! Rooms were clean and modern. Staff was courteous and helpful. East Village location is always lively but not too crowded."
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1013)
"Great hotel."
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Games room

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (97)
"Great, modern & great location. "
The price is €164
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
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Where to stay in Downtown Des Moines

Find the best Downtown Des Moines areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village map

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

Court District map

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while you're in town.

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade
Capitol Park map

Capitol Park

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Southwestern Hills map

Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Downtown Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great."
Angela 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Des Moines like?

Travellers love the Downtown Des Moines neighbourhood for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. Are you looking for Downtown Des Moines travel tips? Make sure that you visit Polk County Courthouse and 801 Grand while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Des Moines?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Des Lux Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Des Moines. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Casey's Center, and it offers free breakfast and a fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include AC Hotel Des Moines East Village and Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Des Moines?

Expedia has 178 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Des Moines to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Des Moines, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Downtown Des Moines.

What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Walnut Street Bridge and The Temple for Performing Arts are notable landmarks to see while you're in Downtown Des Moines. You could also plan a visit to Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Des Moines include Ruan Center, Des Moines Civic Center and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market. While you're out sightseeing, Iowa Hall of Pride and Des Moines Public Library are a couple of additional sights to visit in Des Moines.