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772 Cheap Hotels in Western Gateway - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

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, (1016)
"Great stay"
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
Free WiFi

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19)
"We really enjoyed our stay! Extremely clean, all of the staff we encountered were very friendly and the breakfast was amazing! "
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1568)
"Good place to stay for a night."
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (453)
"It was good for a night and the breakfast was good. "
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
Indoor pool

Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Good place to stay for the price"
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Front of property

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (868)
"Nice clean hotel, staff was friendly, all amenities worked and were as described. Thanks for the pleasant stay!"
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (830)
"Clean rooms, delicious free breakfast, plenty of parking"
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Terrace/patio

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (400)
"Great service Thank you "
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Indoor pool

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (884)
"Conveniently off the highway and easy to find. "
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Exterior

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1005)
"I likes this motel because it was very clean and very friendly and very safe to stay this is my second time staying here and I would stay here again"
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

2.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (152)
"Internet connection is not the best but it works"
The price is NZ$301
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Lobby

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (667)
"Very convenient location and Rhonda made check-in very easy"
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (810)
"The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean. "
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
Exterior

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Very well kept friendly workers felt safe nice rooms"
The price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Indoor pool, pool loungers

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (779)
"Clean, quiet, convenient to shopping and restaurants. "
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Exterior

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (992)
"property is a little dated, but clean and staff is friendly."
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (682)
"Very clean, quiet and safe!"
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Property amenity

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (667)
"flew into Des Moines for the Knoxville nationals and this was an ideal location for our stay and would return again"
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Lobby sitting area

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (721)
"Very nice clean and safe - Great for an extended stay - kitchen in room and room was very spacious "
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
Courtyard

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (743)
"Such a great stay! "
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, a city and landscape views
Downtown Des Moines map

Downtown Des Moines

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Historic East Village
Historic East Village map

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

Court District map

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while you're in town.

Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a waterfall
Capitol Park map

Capitol Park

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

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.

Top Western Gateway Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"It was a wonderful high tech hotel. My only negative was having a room directly accross from the pool and hot tub. It was a bit loud and it echoed. Also if you dont want cats say dog friendly i stead of pet friendly. I was allowed to stay but it was disconcerting."
Jessica 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Western Gateway?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is the highest ranked property in Western Gateway. This hotel offers a restaurant and a health club.

How many hotels are there in Western Gateway?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options in Western Gateway 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 Western Gateway, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Western Gateway.

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

For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and The Temple for Performing Arts. Des Moines Public Library and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Hoyt Sherman Place, 801 Grand and Ruan Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Gateway. Polk County Courthouse and Terrace Hill are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.