Chautauqua Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Our pick of the best Chautauqua Park Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
"Property was clean, updated, and staff was very nice."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"The room was filthy - stained towels - TV never worked."
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Recommend for all"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
"Very clean, put together classy home like facilities and great furniture choices, would stay again and highly recommend"
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
"It was really bad. Room service never came around. We stayed for two nights. We only went to The pool once because there was poop on the pirate Ship and pool.."
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Des Lux Hotel
"I give it a 4 star because the carpet in the rooms looks not so clean."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Chautauqua Park
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
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.
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
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.
