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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Relax in a serene outdoor space with a sofa, chairs, and tables under a pergola with hanging lights and a fire feature.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900)
"Excellent stay"
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Relax by the pool, surrounded by a tiled floor and lounge chairs.

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1550)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Enjoy cooking and dining in this well-equipped kitchen with a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Pommier Indianola

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (395)
"Good stay"
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Relax in a cozy seating area with a sofa, chairs, and coffee table, surrounded by lush potted plants and a view of the surrounding building.

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1041)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff! "
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, wooden desk, and wall-mounted telephone.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1555)
"Great stay. "
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Wildwood Lodge
Relax by the fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs on this inviting patio.

Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1205)
"Fantastic stay "
Wildwood Lodge
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Enjoy a convenient stay with a fully equipped kitchenette, dining area, and comfortable seating.

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Love love staying here! Wont stay anywhere else. Staff are all amazing and friendly!! Food is so good and the rooms are very clean and beds are very comfy! Highly recommend!!"
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a sleek headboard.

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (303)
"Very clean hotel with amazing staff! Highly recommend this hotel. "
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Des Lux Hotel
Welcome to the Des Lux Hotel, featuring a grand entrance with a bold sign, double doors, and elegant planters.

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
" Great atmosphere and good breakfast. "
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Des Lux Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Enter a welcoming space with a modern design, featuring a comfortable seating area and automatic caution doors.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (898)
"Room was clean, staff were super friendly!"
The price is AU$256
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Relax in the spacious lobby with a central seating area and mezzanine level.

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very comfortable stay with a very comfortable bed in a nice quiet hotel with a great breakfast. "
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Cozy Rest Motel
Relax in comfort with a large bed, wall-mounted lights, and a convenient nightstand.

Cozy Rest Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (620)
"Staff were very friendly and room more than met our needs"
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Cozy Rest Motel
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Relax in a spacious living room with a panoramic city view, featuring a sofa, armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great boutique hotel. Nice attention to detail and very cool that they showcase a local distillery "
The price is AU$336
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Experience the sleek, curved facade of this hotel, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple balconies.

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great property and convenient location. "
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Relax in our comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, surrounded by a nature-inspired mural and decorative rug.

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (515)
"Hotel is very new, so very clean, friendly staff. "
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Relax in a stylish seating area with sofas, chairs, and a central fireplace.

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (803)
"The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean. "
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Welcome to Comfort Plus, where guests can check in and enjoy a warm atmosphere.

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (446)
"Clean and great staff. "
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek
Welcome to our hotel, where a beautiful entrance sets the tone for a relaxing stay.

Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great stay, would stay again! "
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Welcome to the Quality Inn & Suites lobby, featuring a spacious reception area with a granite countertop and comfortable seating.

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (965)
"Clean room and friendly staff. Would stay here again"
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Relax by the fire pit surrounded by comfortable seating and lush greenery.

Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (806)
"Perfect stop after a long drive. Comfortably and a great breakfast!"
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
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Our guide on where to stay in Southwestern Hills

Find the best Southwestern Hills 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 map

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.

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.

Court District map

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 featuring 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 Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Drake map

Drake

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

Top Southwestern Hills Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful building. "
Blaine 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Southwestern Hills?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Des Moines's Southwestern Hills neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Air Lanes Bowling Center as part of your Southwestern Hills travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Southwestern Hills?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the highest ranked property in Southwestern Hills. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Southwestern Hills, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Southwestern Hills.

What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?

Air Lanes Bowling Center is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Southwestern Hills. Willow Creek Golf Club and Gray’s Lake Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.