Southwestern Hills Holidays
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Our guide on where to stay in Southwestern Hills
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
Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and La Casa Cultural Center.
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
Our pick of the best Southwestern Hills Hotel Deals
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
"The staff in check-in didn't have "time" for us and it seemed as we were not welcome. Our room bedding was clean - Yeah - but the water pressure in the shower had to be on full blast and totally hot to get a warm shower. The lid on the toilet was loose, so you were feeling like you were falling or ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026