Merle Hay, IA
Des Moines
Popular places to visit
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Iowa State Capitol Building
A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.
Living History Farms
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Merle Hay Hotel Deals
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Clean room, nice staff. The only complaint is the breakfast.
Reviewed on 2025/11/3
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was clean and comfortable! We also enjoyed the unique atmosphere and decor!
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Great
Reviewed on 2025/11/20
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Staff was friendly room was super clean breakfast was delicious
Reviewed on 2025/11/17
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Very clean friendly staff
Reviewed on 2025/11/13
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Great customer service by the hotel staff!
Reviewed on 2025/11/19
Other neighborhoods around Merle Hay
Beaverdale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaverdale and surrounding area, you can visit Des Moines Community Playhouse and Merle Hay Mall.
Waveland Park
While visiting Waveland Park, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course.
Lovington
Lovington is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Merle Hay Mall, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Waterbury
While Waterbury isn't home to many top sights, Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Drake
If you're spending some time in Drake, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center are top sights worth seeing.
North of Grand
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North of Grand and surrounding area, you can visit Des Moines Community Playhouse and Salisbury House.
Merle Hay, IA
- Merle Hay Mall
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Drake University
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- EMC Expo Center
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Blank Park Zoo
- Des Moines Art Center
- West Glen Town Center
- Saylorville Lake
- Valley Junction
- Gray’s Lake Park
- 801 Grand
- National Balloon Museum
- Des Moines MEPS
