Title: Beaverdale Travel Guide: Best of Beaverdale, Des Moines Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Beaverdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Beaverdale-Des-Moines-Hotels.0-n553248635976477137-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Des Moines](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Des-Moines.d601690.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Des Moines](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Des-Moines.d601690.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Beaverdale Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Beaverdale.d553248635976477137.Car-Hire-Guide)[Beaverdale Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Beaverdale.d553248635976477137.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Beaverdale Travel Guide ## Des Moines ## Visit Beaverdale Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Des Moines travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines.dx601690) --- ### Popular places to visit ![#foodiefinds The best Avocado salad!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7697/fe78d7ee-0a03-4f79-8969-84173b479d67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jordan Creek Town Center You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jordan-Creek-Town-Center-Des-Moines.d6075052.Attraction) ![Aerial View of the Iowa State Fair in the Des Moines Metro Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075034/2051c68f-71ac-45d5-9669-f8a38d0018a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa State Fairgrounds Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-State-Fairgrounds-Des-Moines.d6075034.Attraction) ![The City Of Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6182643/5f25345e-4b87-46c8-a453-6ece959e8868.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Iowa Events Center Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-Events-Center-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6182643.Attraction) ![Iowa State Capitol Building featuring a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075016/f301caa2-002c-4d78-bd31-24a2e8360fe6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-State-Capitol-Building-Des-Moines.d6075016.Attraction) ![Brigde](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1065/bf0fc404-b96d-4cee-84a6-d2fcd1a79508.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Principal Park Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Principal-Park-Des-Moines.d6075046.Attraction) ![Des Moines Botanical Center showing interior views and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075032/cc0896fb-76c4-4824-9003-88ec120cc7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Greater-Des-Moines-Botanical-Garden-Des-Moines.d6075032.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Beaverdale ![Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9375/9e4e0ef2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton 1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA £111 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,083 reviews) The room was very clean Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=9375&PinnedHotelID=9375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477137) ![Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1547/b8de3671_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines 5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA £57 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 5.6/10 (708 reviews) Room a little dirty Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=1547&PinnedHotelID=1547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477137) ![Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48260000/48251500/48251406/b9f3330e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University 2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA £74 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews) Clean, spacious, great amenities, and the sheets were super soft. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=48251406&PinnedHotelID=48251406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477137) ![Des Lux Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9790000/9781500/9781455/e7f9fb30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Des Lux Hotel 800 Locust St Des Moines IA £125 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ... 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 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=9781455&PinnedHotelID=9781455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477137) ![Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1152300/1152222/8b967b66_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston 5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £73 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,831 reviews) Clean courteous staff Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=1152222&PinnedHotelID=1152222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477137) ![Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49900/49826/23994ff1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA £53 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,741 reviews) We stay here several times a year whenever we travel anywhere! The staff is always great and the room and breakfast is always excellent. Add to that a reasonable price and you can’t beat it! We also can park our car there while we’re gone making it so very convenient ❤️ Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=49826&PinnedHotelID=49826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477137) [See all 835 properties in Beaverdale](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976477137) 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. ## Check Beaverdale hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477137&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477137&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477137&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10)[9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477137&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477137&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477137&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Beaverdale ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Merle Hay While there might not be top attractions in Merle Hay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Merle Hay Mall and Buccaneer Arena. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Merle-Hay.dx897427782435618816) ![Checked out the Mars Cafe in Des Moines, IA. Great spot with good seating, wifi, and a pretty good latte. Nice flavor to the espresso. A good spot for a light lunch wit good sandwiches. If I have to be in Iowa it's nice to find a good coffee joint. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1065/a879cd73-5d8b-4dcd-9d96-b96d9663c9c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Drake While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Drake.dx897427604785860608) ![Iowa State Capitol](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976469077/f58fe5e1-2b98-45a0-b1be-08d0df28605c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waveland Park If you're spending some time in Waveland Park, Waveland Municipal Golf Course and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Waveland-Park.dx553248635976469077) ![Panorama of Downtown Des Moines with bridges over the confluence of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers at daytime.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000008281/cd79187b-8512-4755-809e-4d67a2890125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lovington Lovington is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Merle Hay Mall, a top place to visit in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Lovington.dx3000008281) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North of Grand North of Grand might not have many top sights, but Salisbury House and Des Moines Art Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-North-Of-Grand.dx553248635976477285) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Woodland Heights While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Woodland-Heights.dx897427645883760640) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Beaverdale Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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