Greater South Side Travel Guide
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"We found out that we had beg bugs immediately after staying in this hotel, we tried to contact the hotel 4 times to speak to management and kept getting told that they would call us, and got no response back. We wanted to notify the proper management so this would not happen to others, but never ..."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
"Excellent staff, clean updated rooms, great restaurant and amenities. We always stay here when we fly to Des Moines."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
"Please replace the towels"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
"The staff was lovely and the room was spotless. Very nice for the money."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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Our guide on 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.

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.

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.

Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and La Casa Cultural Center.

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.









