Southwestern Hills Travel Guide
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
The price is £72 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£72
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,176 reviews)
"Exceeded our expectations for amenities and an overall great experience. They are located on a property with green space around it and was a quiet night."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is £92 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£92
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very clean room (king w/ sofa sleeper) with ample space and nearby amenities in addition to those onsite. Worth noting the sofa sleeper is more like a twin than a full if traveling with family."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is £66 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£66
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is £124 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£124
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (1,205 reviews)
"Perfect location for downtown activities. Staff very helpful and friendly. The room service was a bit lax, forgetting to clean our room one day and the next forgetting to leave soap. Minor blips that was likely a fluke."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (897 reviews)
"The staff was exceptionally courteous. The bed in the room was exceptionally comfortable. However, I encountered several issues during my stay. The television was non-functional, and the bathroom lacked a shower curtain, as it was only equipped with a half-door. These shortcomings significantly diminished ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
5505 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA
The price is £93 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£93
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,071 reviews)
"I’ve learned that Drury hotels are simply some of the best hotels in the country. Family owned, incredibly high standards, staff who love their jobs."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Southwestern Hills
Find the best Southwestern Hills 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 Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center 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.
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
