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
$126 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$141 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 ...
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
$189 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$212 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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 ...
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 15 to Oct 16
$123 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The room looked very clean until we pulled the bed out of the couch and found old wrapers and crumbs. Other then that everything was great including the breakfast and the pool area. Would stay again. The biggest thing I loved about the stay was they had a parking garage to park in. Yes it does cost ..."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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! (1,000 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was really not interested in helping and when they did they were not excited about it at all. Missing hot tub big mistake."

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
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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Photo by Ryan Brohm
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.

The exterior and interior of Mars Cafe, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a red interior with hanging lights and artwork.
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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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Beaverdale

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaverdale and surrounding area, you can visit Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center.

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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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