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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.

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.

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.

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.

Drake

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

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.

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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 34 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 Temple Theater. Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden and Des Moines Public Library 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. Terrace Hill and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.