To explore this urban area, you'll need to find your way to West Des Moines. You'll find plenty of other things to see and do in this area, such as Iowa State Capitol Building, Blank Park Zoo, and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.
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Wildwood Lodge
Price was $384, price is now $309 per person
$309
per person
Feb 26 - Mar 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Des Moines (DSM)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,194 reviews)
This place is gorgeous. Rustic lodge look. Beautiful fireplaces inside and out. Rooms were spacious and nice.
The only reason I didn’t give five stars is our toilet kept running and you had to fiddle with the tank each time. But staff were very responsive when we first said something.
Other than that, I was impressed!
I will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
Price was $646, price is now $521 per person
$521
per person
Feb 26 - Mar 1
found 16 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Des Moines (DSM)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
It was quick and easy to get airport transportation!
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Downtown Des Moines
Price was $398, price is now $324 per person
$324
per person
Feb 26 - Mar 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to Des Moines (DSM)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,037 reviews)
The staff was amazing--I had booked for the wrong week and showed up. I did a chat with Expedia and they got on the phone with the staff at the hotel. There was room at the inn--so they switched the booking for me for no extra charge. I was thrilled! the staff of the hotel greeted us each day, brought up a remote for the tv when we couldn't find it, lent us an umbrella (a nice bubble one too)--we couldn't have asked for anything more! The bathroom shower was amazing too.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
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Water Works Park
Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Des Moines Art Center
4.5/5(76 reviews)
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Raccoon River Park
5/5(1 review)
Raccoon River Park is just one of the places to see in West Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Salisbury House
4/5(42 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Des Moines when you stop by Salisbury House. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Walnut Woods State Park
3.5/5(2 reviews)
You can take time to visit Walnut Woods State Park during your travels to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Gray’s Lake Park
4/5(8 reviews)
Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.
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Historic Valley Junction Loft
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Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines
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Quality Inn
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