Title: Greater South Side Holidays 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Greater South Side](https://expedia.co.uk/Greater-South-Side-Des-Moines-Hotels.0-n553248635976468957-0.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)[Greater South Side Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Greater-South-Side.d553248635976468957.Car-Hire-Guide) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1065/3e5d90b6-eeea-4939-b9eb-b480156042a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=300&q=medium) # Greater South Side Holidays ## Book a Hotel + Flight or Car together to unlock savings Photo by Analyn Suan - ## Plan, book, travel with confidence - ### Better together Save up to £335 when you book a flight and hotel together\* - ### Find the right fit With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package - ### Rest easy Packages with flights are ATOL protected ### Your Greater South Side Holiday Book a Greater South Side holiday package and discover the rhythm and way of life of this captivating neighbourhood. With all your travel plans taken care of, the only thing you need to focus on here is having the time of your life. Start your trip to Greater South Side by visiting nearby attractions such as [Blank Park Zoo](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blank-Park-Zoo-Des-Moines.d6075030.Attraction), [Science Centre of Iowa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Science-Center-Of-Iowa-Downtown-Des-Moines.d6075028.Attraction) and [Salisbury House](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salisbury-House-Des-Moines.d6075022.Attraction). Whatever your dream Greater South Side holiday may look like, you can turn it into reality with Expedia. ## Where to stay in Greater South Side Find the best Greater South Side areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Greater South Side](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Greater-South-Side.dx553248635976468957) ![State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6075026/bb738539-0a8e-4cbb-ac84-e1faee874e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Des Moines 4 out of top 10 points of interest in this area 4/5(1 area review) 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. [Find hotels in Downtown Des Moines](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=6060027) ![View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1065/607b74cc-d813-4d23-bb1e-516dbcef5c66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [Find hotels in Court District](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=6170624) ![Historic East Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170617/ebea9667-4252-4df6-8e4a-88c1c6460fd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic East Village Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront. [Find hotels in Historic East Village](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=6170617) ![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 1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse. [Find hotels in Drake](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=897427604785860608) ![Western Gateway sunrise aerial looking downtown over Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Krause Gateway Center.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/943633779787128832/6a18315e-1004-4aa8-9db4-df4436335dc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Western Gateway While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. [Find hotels in Western Gateway](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods®ionId=943633779787128832) ## Top hotels in Greater South Side ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £55 12 Mar - 13 Mar includes taxes & fees 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,749 reviews) Staff was courteous and answered all questions. The motel seemed to have been remodeled recently. Room was very clean, bathroom was very clean. Great hotel for the price. Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=49826&PinnedHotelID=49826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468957) ![Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17400/17394/11ef309e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport 5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £88 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) great room, very clean. staff was nice location located across from airport .5/10 minutes away from restaurants Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=17394&PinnedHotelID=17394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468957) ![AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/856000/855969/6f15108b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £56 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees 7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Clean room, well maintained, friendly staff. I would have given 5 stars if the breakfast (which was good) was better (watery eggs) and my room key hadn't stopped working. Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=855969&PinnedHotelID=855969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976468957) [See all 833 properties in Greater South Side](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package&startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635976468957) 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/Grays-Lake-Park-Greater-South-Side.d6287760.Attraction) #### Adventureland Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Adventureland-Des-Moines.d6075042.Attraction) \* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.