Downtown Des Moines, IA

Des Moines

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Iowa Events Center

8.8/10 (573 reviews)
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
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Downtown Des Moines Hotel Deals

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
$137 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$154 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,362 reviews)
"Parking not great, have to pay. No breakfast included and shop is pricey. Hotel itself is great. Very clean and great customer service."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$189 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$212 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,109 reviews)
"The ambiance of this historical hotel makes it an experience, they went all out for Halloween! The staff was so friendly and helpful with directions on parking. And a bonus was the breakfast selection - so much better than many other hotel breakfasts!"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Des Lux Hotel
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 out of 5
929 3rd St Des Moines IA
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$104 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3 out of 5
418 6th Avenue Des Moines IA
$110 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$123 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Hyatt Place DSM: location good room good breakfast excellent facility not good staff : front f=desk indifferent, breakfast excellent maintnenance non exitant"

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 out of 5
700 Grand Ave Des Moines IA
$135 nightly
The price is $151 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$151 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Valet was great. Restaurant & breakfast buffet were good; however, the food on the buffet was cold. Starbucks staff was friendly."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2026

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 out of 5
101 E Locust St Des Moines IA
$130 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$146 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The quiet of the place was peaceful and calm. Soothing for an anxiety driven individual who doesn't do well with situations outside my every day. Valet was extra nice and eager to help. Friendly. Room was well kept and spacious for my get away. I enjoyed my solitude amongst the people. Will be back ..."

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2026

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Des Moines

Find the best Downtown Des Moines areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Des Moines
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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.

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Open Photo by Ryan Brohm

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.

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Open Photo by Eric Mondres

Drake

If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.

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Open Photo by Analyn Suan

Greater South Side

While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Open Photo by Emily Ruschill

Southwestern Hills

While Southwestern Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

Downtown Des Moines, IA

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