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A modern building with a sign that reads 'Staybridge Suites.' It features a mix of glass and brick facades, large windows, and a flat roof.

1. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean great stay!!!"
United States
Emily
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

2. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (451 reviews)
"Clean updated hotel , lobby was great bar was nice . Shuttle ride to airport which was convenient"
United States
Marcia
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, a city skyline in the background, and a Ferris wheel illuminated against the evening sky.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"First time at this hotel in Des Moines downtown. Entire experience was wonderful. The morning breakfast was the best we have ever had from a hotel stay. Within walking distance of everything we wanted to do downtown."
United States
Patty
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

4. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 1 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (694 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Jill
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 0.9 km from Historic East Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff and decent breakfast."
United States
Kristy
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (542 reviews)
"Great location to all of downtown"
United States
CINDY
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 3.8 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Super comfy bed breakfast wasnt bad lots of options"
United States
Cassandra
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Living room

8. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location for downtown events. Clean room but Incredibly small bathroom. Attempted to grab a bite and drink at the Revelry Room but they were very understaffed."
United States
Amy
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

9. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 1.8 km from Historic East Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,415 reviews)
"Love the Bar and Restaurant also the Rooms were perfect with great staff in all locations."
United States
Christopher
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A modern lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a distinctive ceiling design.

10. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was my second time staying and will definitely always choose this hotel. It was a very pleasant, beautiful, and the perfect spot downtown. Staff were also great!"
United States
Leanna
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a pool ladder.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Staff was very friendly. And the room was very clean and comfy."
United States
CaSandra
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A large conference room with multiple round tables, red chairs, and a projector screen.

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Love the location of this hotel! Close to all things downtown and the shuddle is an added bonus!"
United States
Benjamin
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

13. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 1.6 km from Historic East Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Bryan
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Des Lux Hotel
A Holiday Inn hotel with a prominent green sign, a flagpole with an American flag, and a landscaped garden area.

14. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.6 km from Historic East Village
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Rooms were clean. Enjoyed the bar on first floor and availability of morning breakfast Sunday."
United States
Mark
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

15. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Tom
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (707 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!"
United States
Larry
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,052 reviews)
"Nice place! Would stay again!"
United States
Paula
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
3.0 star property
10.3 km from Historic East Village
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Zachary
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

19. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"Great location. Clean room, lobby and breakfast area. Justin at the front desk is friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!"
United States
Brandi
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
10.6 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and things in the area."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
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What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly accommodation in Historic East Village?
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features free breakfast and in-room kitchenettes. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG and AC Hotel Des Moines East Village are other good options for your holiday.
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There are currently 3 LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options in Historic East Village.
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