Greater South Side, IA
Des Moines
Visit Greater South Side
Popular places to visit
Gray’s Lake Park
Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.
Jordan Creek Town Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene 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.
Greater South Side Hotel Deals
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Left to early for breakfast - shuttle was great
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
I thought for a minute i was at a Econolodge or Super 8. Not up to Hilton brand standards. A few examples: stained carpet in room, no entry lighting, only one nightstand, and no body wash in shower. I was a Diamond member for 9 years. This property is one of the worst i have stayed at.
Reviewed on 2026/4/4
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
We had to leave before they served breakfast and the young lady at checkout, Jaya, said they would have muffins, bagels and granola bars to grab on the way out. They did not and the individual at the front desk said she had no idea why Jaya would say that🙁and that the owner would not allow it.
Reviewed on 2026/3/30
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Nice
Reviewed on 2026/4/2
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
I love staying at this hotel because of the closest to the airport. But seems the last few times that I’ve stayed here. I always get stuck in the rear part of the building.
Reviewed on 2026/4/2
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff, vallet, and room service was amazing!
Reviewed on 2026/4/1
Other neighborhoods around Greater South Side
Watrous South
While there might not be top attractions in Watrous South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Blank Park Zoo and A. H. Blank Golf Course.
Indianola Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Southwestern Hills
While Southwestern Hills 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.
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.
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.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
