Greater South Side Travel Guide
Des Moines





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Stay near popular Greater South Side attractions
Things to do

The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
Top hotels in Greater South Side

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Staff was very helpful and rooms were perfectly cleaned. The price for the room was very acceptable. My only complaint would be the water pressure when I showered. I would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"I arrived late and departed early. I docked a point from the cleanliness score not due to the housekeeping, but because the room was carpeted and I cannot trust the cleanliness of carpets, even if they have been vacuumed or even shampooed. The desk to my room was missing its chair. I didn't need ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
"All very Good!"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
"First thing I noticed when I got to my room was someone put a shower cap over the smoke detector. This was obviously done so someone could smoke in the room. There was a ceramic tile on the bathroom floor that was broken and would pop out when stepped on. It was sharp and could easily cut someone’s ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
"Staff was lovely, we got the best room with the best balcony overlooking the pool area... it was the most private. Loved that! My only issue was that the coffee maker in the room did not work. I tried many times."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
"Property was clean, updated, and staff was very nice."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Greater South Side

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 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
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.

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.









