What is Downtown Des Moines like?

Travellers love the Downtown Des Moines neighbourhood for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. Are you looking for Downtown Des Moines travel tips? Make sure that you visit 801 Grand and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in the neighbourhood.

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 Casey's Center, and it offers free breakfast and a fitness centre. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include AC Hotel Des Moines East Village and Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Des Moines?

Expedia has 185 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available in Downtown Des Moines.

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

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

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Our top choices for Downtown Des Moines hotels

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

Dave

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Des Moines

John

includes taxes & fees

25 Feb - 26 Feb

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

Amy

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

David

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

Jason

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

Michael

includes taxes & fees

16 Feb - 17 Feb

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

Matt

includes taxes & fees

1 Mar - 2 Mar

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines

Glen A.

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

MICHAEL

includes taxes & fees

8 Feb - 9 Feb

Des Lux Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

Andrew

includes taxes & fees

5 Feb - 6 Feb

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

Jodi

includes taxes & fees

7 Feb - 8 Feb

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

Susan

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Downtown Des Moines

Susan

includes taxes & fees

6 Feb - 7 Feb

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Downtown Des Moines

Cathy

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; American cuisine

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines

Emily

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines

Bill

includes taxes & fees

22 Feb - 23 Feb

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

13.5 km from Downtown Des Moines

Colin

includes taxes & fees

14 Feb - 15 Feb

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

14.5 km from Downtown Des Moines

Jared

includes taxes & fees

12 Feb - 13 Feb

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

13.4 km from Downtown Des Moines

Cathie

includes taxes & fees

9 Feb - 10 Feb

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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Des Moines

Find the best Downtown Des Moines areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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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.

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Drake

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

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John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park which includes outdoor art, a garden and a city

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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Grays Lake featuring 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.

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Top Downtown Des Moines Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Room was great staff were very kind had to leave due to family emergency huge thank you to the staff that helped out that night and got my car out of valet for me will be coming back soon!!"