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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1172)
"Convenient location to restaurants"
United States
Sally
The price is Rp1.439.790
Rp1.612.565 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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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, 5.7 km from Southwestern Hills
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is Rp2.392.886
Rp2.680.032 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.6 km from Southwestern Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean, good service"
United States
Jennifer
The price is Rp2.200.355
Rp2.538.357 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 6 km from Southwestern Hills
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1027)
"We had a wonderful stay and will definitely come back."
United States
Scott
The price is Rp2.494.183
Rp2.793.485 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Des Lux Hotel
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.2 km from Southwestern Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is Rp1.693.871
Rp1.897.135 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 6.8 km from Southwestern Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1040)
"Great atmosphere and quiet rooms."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is Rp1.911.559
Rp2.140.947 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
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
20.2 km from Southwestern Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1536)
"Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept. "
United States
Debra
The price is Rp1.489.265
Rp1.668.044 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.7 km from Southwestern Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (399)
"Nice hotel with a nice lounge. Quiet, convenient, nice beds."
United States
Karla
The price is Rp1.625.110
Rp1.820.124 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
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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
12 km from Southwestern Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Friendly staff, great location, beds could be better. "
United States
Shelley
The price is Rp1.475.848
Rp1.652.949 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Exterior
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
3.5 star property
10.4 km from Southwestern Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Shane
The price is Rp1.693.871
Rp1.897.135 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
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
10.2 km from Southwestern Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (936)
"The hot tub was amazing and the location was perfect. "
United States
Sarah
The price is Rp1.425.535
Rp1.596.600 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
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, 6.9 km from Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Staff was amazing. Room, pool, breakfast all spectacular. Enjoyed our stay. Will tell our friends and family and will come back "
United States
Amanda
The price is Rp1.492.619
Rp1.671.733 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lounge
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 7.2 km from Southwestern Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is Rp2.266.601
Rp2.538.593 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 7 km from Southwestern Hills
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Clean room"
United States
Susan
The price is Rp2.163.459
Rp2.423.073 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
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
10.7 km from Southwestern Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is Rp1.693.871
Rp1.897.135 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Southwestern Hills
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"A bit of a dated hotel. Breakfast was limited and if you dont go when it is first put out you are out of luck. You have to request house keeping. That was not explained at check in. Good value overall"
United States
Michael
The price is Rp1.397.024
Rp1.564.667 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 6 km from Southwestern Hills
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great hotel"
United States
Grant
The price is Rp2.129.917
Rp2.385.507 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Lobby sitting area
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
22.4 km from Southwestern Hills
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (714)
"Slept well. Comfortable beds and great room "
United States
Vickie
The price is Rp1.372.874
Rp1.537.619 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
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, 5.4 km from Southwestern Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (979)
"Great room, good breakfast. "
United States
Jason
The price is Rp1.492.619
Rp1.671.733 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
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
12.4 km from Southwestern Hills
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is Rp1.268.726
Rp1.420.973 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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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, landscape views and a city

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 Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole

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.

Top Southwestern Hills Hotel Reviews

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Always fun to stay here , nice place it is a little old but still nice and fun for kids , main pool was nice and warm ! "
Emily 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

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.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Southwestern Hills area?
Expedia has 5 Southwestern Hills hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Des Moines area.
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.