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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Des Moines

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1040)
"Clean, well-designed hotel made for a great stay"
The price is S$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Des Lux Hotel
Lobby sitting area

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1023)
"Amazing location! We loved everything about the hotel!"
The price is S$217
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Des Lux Hotel
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, (1002)
"Very friendly staff!"
The price is S$172
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1107)
"Excellent hotel "
The price is S$193
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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, (1016)
"We had a great stay!!"
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
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)
"I can't wait to stay here again next year!"
The price is S$241
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Exterior

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Hotel was clean and staff was very friendly. "
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hyatt Place 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, (998)
"Clean and great location. "
The price is S$228
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Hilton Des Moines 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, (891)
"Perfect for our family, we had adjoining rooms! We will Definitely come back and stay again!"
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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)
"Easy access to restaurants."
The price is S$168
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 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, (354)
"Great place"
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 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)
"Great place to stay in if you visit Des Moines "
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Lobby

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Classy hotel"
The price is S$200
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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, (378)
"Clean room and nice staff."
The price is S$227
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
View from property

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (500)
"Would stay there again. Comfortable room."
The price is S$162
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (905)
"Staff were nice, great location and safe"
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Games room

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"All the convinces of home, while being central to all activities."
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1518)
"It was a good place to stay "
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Indoor spa tub

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1739)
"Great place to stay for bigger families!"
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Indoor pool

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (852)
"Best place to stay "
The price is S$135
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - 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
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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

Drake map

Drake

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

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 Wells Fargo Arena, 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 169 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?

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