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771 Cheap Hotels in Greater South Side - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1589)
"Great place to stay "
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (815)
"Nice area and hotel and staff."
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Cozy Rest Motel
Standard Room

Cozy Rest Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (634)
"I was completely surprised how nice this hotel was. I found it to be clean, quiet, and friendly. "
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Cozy Rest Motel
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (541)
"Nice place to stay."
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Very convenient to the airport."
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free daily continental breakfast

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1013)
"We had a good stay at Hampton Inn. "
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Reception

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"We stayed here so we could get to the airport early. Was a clean place and bed was comfy!!"
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (565)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
1 bedroom, free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (385)
"Great stay! "
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (962)
"Nice place, would stay again. "
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1073)
"It was a very quiet and pleasant stay staff was amazing "
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (700)
"Enjoyed our stay"
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Food and drink

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (579)
"Friendliness, cleanliness everything on site I needed"
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (842)
"Friendly staff, cleanliness, location and breakfast m."
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1007)
"Nice place to stay"
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA
Wildwood Lodge
Terrace/patio

Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1197)
"It was great place to stay"
Wildwood Lodge
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
Property amenity

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (58)
"We enjoyed our stay!"
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1009)
"Beautiful quiet place great for a peaceful get away and amazing pool"
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (547)
"Rooms were really nice for the value"
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Suite, Multiple Beds

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Low key, friendly staff, central location near highway and main roads breakfast included helped budget."
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Greater South Side

Find the best Greater South Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, a city and landscape views

Downtown Des Moines

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a waterfall

Capitol Park

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

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.

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.

Top Greater South Side Hotel Reviews

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Greater South Side?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Des Moines's Greater South Side neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Gray’s Lake Park as part of your Greater South Side travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Greater South Side?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the highest ranked property in Greater South Side. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Greater South Side?

With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Greater South Side to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Greater South Side, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Greater South Side.

What is there to do around this Des Moines neighbourhood?

Gray’s Lake Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Greater South Side. While you're out sightseeing, Air Lanes Bowling Center and Lauridsen Amphitheater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Des Moines.