Downtown Des Moines Travel Guide
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The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
Rp428.616
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Downtown Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is Rp2.908.465 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp2.908.465
Rp3.257.481 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,223 reviews)
"Staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.072.856 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
Rp3.072.856
Rp3.441.599 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,084 reviews)
"The Bar is incredible and Sherry is the best Bartender in downtown Des Moines. Front Desk is unbelievably helpful always!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
The price is Rp2.130.225 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
Rp2.130.225
Rp2.385.851 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (476 reviews)
"I didn’t like how LOUD the room doors shut. I had a sleepless first night. The frontline moved me to a different floor and I was able to catch up on sleep that night. Staff is polite and understanding. Breakfast options and area were nice. No swimming pool! Make sure to pick a room with the river ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is Rp2.716.976 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.716.976
Rp3.043.012 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,017 reviews)
"Staff was fNtastic"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
1050 6th Ave Des Moines IA
The price is Rp2.048.571 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.048.571
Rp2.294.399 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Really wasn't bad everything was reasonable"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
929 3rd St Des Moines IA
The price is Rp1.956.259 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp1.956.259
Rp2.190.923 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"The facility was clean and the people were friendly. The breakfast was also good However, if you have any sort of disability I would recommend a different hotel. There was only one handicap spot for the entire facility and the parking was not the best. The spots were rather tight and if you weren’t ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Des Moines
Find the best Downtown Des Moines areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in town.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
Woodland Heights
While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
