Downtown Des Moines, IA

Des Moines

State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden featuring interior views and a garden
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing interior views
Iowa State Capitol Building featuring a garden and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit


Downtown Des Moines Hotel Deals

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$4,244 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
NT$4,244
NT$4,754 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,083 reviews)
The room was very clean

Reviewed on 2026/2/5

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is NT$4,781 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
NT$4,781
NT$5,355 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,035 reviews)
The front desk lady was very nice and helpful! This was one of my favorite places to stay. So thank you all.

Reviewed on 2026/2/6

Des Lux Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is NT$3,583 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
NT$3,583
NT$4,013 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
Wonderful like always

Reviewed on 2026/1/24

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
206 6th Ave. Des Moines IA
The price is NT$5,061 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
NT$5,061
NT$5,668 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Beautiful, clean rooms. Excellent customer service.

Reviewed on 2026/1/25

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave Des Moines IA
The price is NT$3,508 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$3,508
NT$3,929 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 2025/12/29

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
333 SW 11th St Des Moines IA
The price is NT$3,049 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
NT$3,049
NT$3,415 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (988 reviews)
Breakfast was great, all the staff was friendly and helpful. Great and safe location, clean and very comfortable rooms. Would stay again.

Reviewed on 2026/1/26

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Downtown Des Moines

View into downtown from the Capitol Building.

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Court District

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

Court District
Western Gateway sunrise aerial looking downtown over Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Krause Gateway Center.

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Western Gateway
Historic East Village

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.

Historic East Village
Great, unique coffee joint in Des Moines. I love the vintage Midwest feel, old tin coka-cola signs and all. The snickers latte is worth a try or cool off with a Sioux City Sarsaparilla.

Sherman Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sherman Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Sherman Hill
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Columbus Park

Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Woodland Heights


Downtown Des Moines, IA

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