Court District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.
A bridge over a river with a clear blue sky.

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Our pick of the best Court District Hotel Deals

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is AU$215 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$215
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,088 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel. Really welcoming receptionist as you come into the beautiful calm space. Rooms very generous - she gave us an internal room which was extremely quiet as we had read reviews referring to street noise at night. Our room had zero noise! Spa facilities also great.. she apologised in ..."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Des Lux Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 out of 5
120 Sw Water St Des Moines IA
The price is AU$170 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$170
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
206 6th Ave. Des Moines IA
The price is AU$299 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$299
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was clean. The room was comfortable. The only issue I had was the lack of information. There was no map or anything to show you where the exercise room was or the layout of the hotel.You could order room service but you really didn't know should you use an app or should you call there's ..."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3 out of 5
100 SW Water Street Des Moines IA
The price is AU$211 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$211
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (663 reviews)
"The three female staff I encountered were very nice and friendly. Everything was smooth and the room was great! It was super close to the farmers market! I would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is AU$143 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$143
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (955 reviews)
"The room was ok to stay for the night"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is AU$128 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$128
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,836 reviews)
"Very friendly, knowledgeable staff. My room was clean."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Our guide on where to stay in Court District

Find the best Court District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Drake

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

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.

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

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.



Court District Travel Guide

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