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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is £55 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£55
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,831 reviews)
"Great place to stay, breakfast was okay. Eggs or biscuits and gravy"
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £81 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
£81
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Had an overnight here due to business. First room had ants due to a sticky substance primarily on the countertop area. And there were stains on the furniture that were of concern (bodily fluids?) (Housekeeping not doing a great job.) Personally wiped down all surfaces with Clorox wipes that I had ..."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is £54 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£54
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Front desk lady was very helpful and courteous."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
5231 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is £54 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£54
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
6111 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is £96 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£96
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (728 reviews)
"I love this hotel! It was excellent, as always. Also, we paid a small fee to leave our car at the hotel during the trip. The wonderful gentlemen who drives the shuttle bus dropped us off at the door to check our luggage, and picked us up almost immediately after we claimed our luggage. So quick and ..."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is £107 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£107
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,368 reviews)
"Beautiful property located in a walkable area of downtown. Very clean and comfortable. The room was beautifully decorated with a comfortable bed and roomy shower."
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Greater South Side
Find the best Greater South Side areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
