Title: Waterbury Travel Guide: Best of Waterbury, Des Moines Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Waterbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterbury-Hotels.d890190387118309376.Travel-Guide-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)[Waterbury Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Waterbury.d890190387118309376.Car-Hire-Guide)[Waterbury Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Waterbury.d890190387118309376.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Waterbury Travel Guide ## Des Moines ## Visit Waterbury Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Des Moines travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines.dx601690) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Jordan Creek Town Center](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 great live music 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 5/5(1 review) 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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Iowa-Events-Center-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6182643.Attraction) ![Principal Park](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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Principal-Park-Des-Moines.d6075046.Attraction) ![Iowa State Capitol Building](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 5/5(1 review) 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) ![Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden](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 5/5(1 review) 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 Waterbury ![Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9400/9375/72ac6d3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton 1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA £124 5 Apr - 6 Apr 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! (1,104 reviews) Room was clean, we were by the elevator and didn't hear other guests so very quiet. We had breakfast delivered to the room and the order was right and food was great. Staff we encountered were all very polite and respectful. Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=9375&PinnedHotelID=9375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890190387118309376) ![Wildwood Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7600000/7599000/7598985/dde52107_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wildwood Lodge 11431 Forest Ave Clive IA £70 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,235 reviews) Warm cozy Northwoods atmosphere. Desk clerk was very nice and helpful. The outdoor fire ring was awesome. The pool although small, my daughter still had a good time in it. Our suite was clean, and comfortable. The breakfast was very filling and coffee hot. 10/10 would definitely come back again. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=7598985&PinnedHotelID=7598985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890190387118309376) ![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 £82 5 Apr - 6 Apr 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 ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews) Clean room and super kind staff Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=48251406&PinnedHotelID=48251406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890190387118309376) ![Des Lux Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9790000/9781500/9781455/a4499f56_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Des Lux Hotel 800 Locust St Des Moines IA £128 31 Mar - 1 Apr 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,053 reviews) Mary was wonderful at check in and check out! The barista made wonderful craft drinks but wasn’t happy about being the only bar tender for the night. The chips in our room were expired. Breakfast had lots of options except no coffee :( Will for sure give it another go! Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=9781455&PinnedHotelID=9781455&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890190387118309376) ![Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/49900/49826/fcd8bd89_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £57 13 Apr - 14 Apr 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,756 reviews) Hot breakfast and comfortable rooms! Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=49826&PinnedHotelID=49826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890190387118309376) ![Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16112600/16112546/018a0ab2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek 295 South 64th st West Des Moines IA £84 31 Mar - 1 Apr 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Stayed 3 nights and had a great stay, hood location close to shopping and restaurants. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=16112546&PinnedHotelID=16112546&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=890190387118309376) [See all 844 properties in Waterbury](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=890190387118309376) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Waveland-Park.dx553248635976469077) ![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) ![Drake](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) ![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 Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Woodland-Heights.dx897427645883760640) ![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) ![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) ### Beaverdale While Beaverdale isn't home to many top sights, Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Beaverdale.dx553248635976477137) --- --- - [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) # Waterbury 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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app