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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Indoor pool

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"We had a nice stay there. "
The price is S$170
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
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, (1004)
"Great stay"
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1110)
"Very nice rooms and good price "
The price is S$207
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great property and convenient location. "
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
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, (358)
"Great place"
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (908)
"Room was clean and spacious. Liked the 12pm check out time and the breakfast was good also.Would stay here again."
The price is S$243
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Des Moines Marriott 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, (1002)
"Nice place!"
The price is S$207
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Great place to stay. Lovely receptionist on the front desk"
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great place very cool hotel!"
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Des Lux Hotel
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, (899)
"Room was clean, staff were super friendly!"
The price is S$215
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Always a great stay here. "
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Property amenity

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (501)
"Would stay there again. Comfortable room."
The price is S$176
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
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, (1008)
"Everything was clean and staff weree very kind!!!"
The price is S$187
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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, (1003)
"Great boutique hotel. Nice attention to detail and very cool that they showcase a local distillery "
The price is S$281
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Games room

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96)
"Great, modern & great location. "
The price is S$215
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Lounge

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380)
"The hotel is GORGEOUS!! The front desk staff was really nice. We will definitely stay again!"
The price is S$232
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
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, (1001)
"Great place to stay in if you visit Des Moines "
The price is S$206
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (673)
"Great stay!"
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1552)
"Great place to stay"
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (446)
"Clean and great staff. "
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Comfort Inn Altoona-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 Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.

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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.

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole
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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.

Drake map

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

Top Downtown Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice clean hotel "
Jackie 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Des Moines 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 166 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?

The Temple for Performing Arts, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Walnut Street Bridge 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.