Downtown Des Moines Travel Guide
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Our pick of the best Downtown Des Moines Hotel Deals
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is AU$260 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$260
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,213 reviews)
"Recommend for all"
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$246 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$246
13 July - 14 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! (1,075 reviews)
"I give it a 4 star because the carpet in the rooms looks not so clean."
Reviewed on 6 July 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
The price is AU$198 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$198
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (471 reviews)
"Lovely!!"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is AU$252 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$252
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"I like the downtown location and the room."
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
1050 6th Ave Des Moines IA
The price is AU$218 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$218
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The parking lot has been condemned by the city. There is no pull up to the hotel- just a lot across the street. I wish we had known this before booking. Despite others reviews, we found the 6th floor to be quiet. The air conditioning was working very well. The property itself seems dated, and there ..."
Reviewed on 5 July 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
929 3rd St Des Moines IA
The price is AU$160 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$160
20 July - 21 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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"We booked a room for the night of a concert at the Casey's Center. This hotel is just across the street from the venue, has very reasonable rates, and free self parking. It was a very warm summer day when we arrived and the room was pretty warm and stuffy. We went to dinner and hoped it would cool ..."
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Our guide on 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 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.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
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.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
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.
Woodland Heights
While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
