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Our top choices for Watrous South hotels

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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free daily continental breakfast
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"All was great. "
United States
Jason
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1678)
"Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!"
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Indoor pool
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Best location for passengers traveling on flights"
United States
Sai Lakshmi
The price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Watrous South
7.0 out of 10, Good, (130)
"Room was clean and the staff very professional "
United States
Hassan
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (593)
"Great staff, clean room "
United States
Kenny
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
15.3 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very clean, quiet and great staff"
United States
James
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Watrous South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great place! "
United States
Michele
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
14 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
19.1 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1530)
"Great room and a nice breakfast. "
United States
Kenneth
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 7.9 km from Watrous South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Alyca
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Lobby
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 star property
15.8 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Passing through on way to Michigan from Colorado. Convenient location, excellent service, comfortable room, good breakfast. "
United States
Bennet
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
2.5 star property
13.5 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (925)
"Clean room, polite staff, great accommodations!"
United States
Jenna
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 6.8 km from Watrous South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 6.1 km from Watrous South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1061)
"Favorite hotel in DM. Great location, great staff."
United States
Susan
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 5.5 km from Watrous South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1160)
"Great breakfast for the price point. Hotel front desk is very professional and Manager is very responsive and customer service focused. "
United States
Rob
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 5.5 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (963)
"Room is clean great location check in was a breeze"
United States
linda
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Indoor pool
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 7.2 km from Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Breakfast was good"
United States
Cynthia
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty)
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.4 km from Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Free buffet breakfast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
20.2 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
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Our guide on where to stay in Watrous South

Find the best Watrous South 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

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

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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.

Drake

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

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 Watrous South Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Efficient and friendly at the front desk. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious!"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is Watrous South like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Des Moines's Watrous South neighbourhood has to offer.
What's the best accommodation in Watrous South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the highest ranked property in Watrous South. 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 Watrous South?
With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Watrous South 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 Watrous South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Watrous South.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Museum and Air Lanes Bowling Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Watrous South. When you're sightseeing in Des Moines, A. H. Blank Golf Course and Southridge Mall are also worth a stop.