What is Capitol Park like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Des Moines's Capitol Park neighborhood. Consider a visit to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden as part of your Capitol Park travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Capitol Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Capitol Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Capitol Park?

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What is there to do in this Des Moines neighborhood?

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Capitol Park. Iowa State Capitol Building and State Historical Museum of Iowa are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.

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Our top choices for Capitol Park hotels

1. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 1.2 km from Capitol Park

James

NT$5,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.8 km from Capitol Park

Jennifer

NT$3,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Capitol Park

joseph

NT$3,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

4. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Capitol Park

Matthew

NT$5,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

5. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 1.6 km from Capitol Park

Michelle

NT$4,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Capitol Park

craig

NT$3,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

7. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 1.5 km from Capitol Park

Diego

NT$3,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

8. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Capitol Park

Cody

NT$5,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

9. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 2.4 km from Capitol Park

Uma

NT$5,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.1 km from Capitol Park

Karen

NT$3,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

11. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 2.6 km from Capitol Park

Jaclyn

NT$4,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

12. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Capitol Park

Jayson

NT$5,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.1 km from Capitol Park

Michael

NT$4,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Capitol Park

Meg

NT$4,628 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

15. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.1 km from Capitol Park

dawn

NT$3,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

16. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 2.3 km from Capitol Park

Mark

NT$5,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.7 km from Capitol Park

Galen

NT$4,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

18. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 8.6 km from Capitol Park

Reginald

NT$3,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

19. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.6 km from Capitol Park

Ronald

NT$2,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

20. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 7.6 km from Capitol Park

Timothy

NT$3,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Where to stay in Capitol Park

Find the best Capitol Park areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

The entrance to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with a large dome structure in the background.

Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.

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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while in the area.

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Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

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The exterior and interior of Mars Cafe, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a red interior with hanging lights and artwork.

Drake

If you're spending some time in Drake, Des Moines Community Playhouse and La Casa Cultural Center are top sights worth seeing.

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A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

Greater South Side

While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Top Capitol Park Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The cascading fountain helped muffle the lobby sounds and the glass elevators were super cool. My room was cozy and the bed just right. Will stay again! Oh, and a shout out to the valet parkers. Made checking in a breeze : )"