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Discover 745 Downtown Des Moines hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1542)
"Great stay. "
The price is AED 244
AED 273 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (513)
"Hotel is very new, so very clean, friendly staff. "
The price is AED 340
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
1 bedroom, free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (302)
"Very clean hotel with amazing staff! Highly recommend this hotel. "
The price is AED 350
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Indoor pool

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"We had a great stay!!"
The price is AED 403
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1023)
"Great stay"
The price is AED 506
AED 566 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Great property and convenient location. "
The price is AED 434
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1100)
"Very nice rooms and good price "
The price is AED 496
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (357)
"Great place"
The price is AED 511
AED 572 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Hotel was clean and staff was very friendly. "
The price is AED 434
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Great place very cool hotel!"
The price is AED 559
AED 626 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Des Lux Hotel
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (907)
"Room was clean and spacious. Liked the 12pm check out time and the breakfast was good also.Would stay here again."
The price is AED 492
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Classy hotel"
The price is AED 466
AED 522 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (896)
"Room was clean, staff were super friendly!"
The price is AED 547
AED 613 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
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, (1008)
"Great boutique hotel. Nice attention to detail and very cool that they showcase a local distillery "
The price is AED 654
AED 732 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Very friendly staff!"
The price is AED 400
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Always a great stay here. "
The price is AED 590
AED 681 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great place to stay in if you visit Des Moines "
The price is AED 467
AED 523 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Property amenity

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (500)
"Would stay there again. Comfortable room."
The price is AED 511
AED 572 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
Game room

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93)
"Great, modern & great location. "
The price is AED 331
AED 514 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Lounge

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (378)
"Clean room and nice staff."
The price is AED 621
AED 695 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Downtown Des Moines

Find the best Downtown Des Moines areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village map

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

Court District map

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

Greater South Side

While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Southwestern Hills map

Southwestern Hills

While Southwestern Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Drake map

Drake

If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Des Moines like?

Travelers love the Downtown Des Moines neighborhood for its array of dining options, sporting events, and great live music scene. Are you looking for Downtown Des Moines travel tips? Be sure to check out Polk County Courthouse and 801 Grand while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Des Moines?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Des Lux Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Des Moines. This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Wells Fargo Arena, and it offers free breakfast and a fitness center. Other top choices in the neighborhood include AC Hotel Des Moines East Village and Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Des Moines area?

Expedia has 167 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Des Moines to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Des Moines, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Downtown Des Moines.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Des Moines?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Downtown Des Moines, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?

The Temple for Performing Arts, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and Walnut Street Bridge are notable landmarks to see while you're in Downtown Des Moines. You could also plan a visit to Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Des Moines include Ruan Center, Des Moines Civic Center, and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market. While you're out sightseeing, Iowa Hall of Pride and Des Moines Public Library are a couple of additional sights to visit in Des Moines.