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767 Cheap Hotels in Watrous South - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Cozy Rest Motel
Standard Room

Cozy Rest Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (622)
"Very nice room big comfortable bed very big TV had a refrigerator and a microwave and pretty clean it was very comfortable"
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Cozy Rest Motel
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, (908)
"Friendly staff, great location, clean rooms. "
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (516)
"Hotel is very new, so very clean, friendly staff. "
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
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
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1566)
"Great stay. "
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free breakfast

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"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$204
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
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, (985)
"Great location"
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Reception

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Absolutely fabulous stay. Comfy bed, clean room, fabulous staff. The GM was awesome at check in!"
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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, (542)
"Everything. Pool was crowded and kids were kind of rowdy and splashing everyone but it was all very nice :-)"
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Lobby

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

3.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (63)
"There breakfast is best."
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Terrace/patio

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (384)
"I know that motel 6 kinda gets a bad rep, but this place is REALLY nice for what you're paying!!"
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
Exterior

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (503)
"Friendly staff. Our room was small but clean and comfortable. We’ve stayed here several times and never had a bad experience."
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Suite, Multiple Beds

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"Good place to stay"
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
1 bedroom, free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (305)
"Very clean hotel with amazing staff! Highly recommend this hotel. "
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Lobby

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Very comfortable stay with a very comfortable bed in a nice quiet hotel with a great breakfast. "
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Exterior

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1001)
"I will definitely stay there again!"
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
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, (458)
"Easy check in, quiet space, comfy bed."
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Great boutique hotel. Nice attention to detail and very cool that they showcase a local distillery "
The price is AU$333
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1552)
"Great place to stay"
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1044)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff! "
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines
Exterior

WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (207)
"I felt the property was very clean as well as the rooms."
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines
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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 map

Downtown Des Moines

4 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.

Southwestern Hills map

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

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Everything. Pool was crowded and kids were kind of rowdy and splashing everyone but it was all very nice :-)"
Bella 1-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

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 15 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.