Southwestern Hills Travel Guide
Des Moines
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Things to do
The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
฿1,068
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Southwestern Hills
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,858 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,858
฿3,201 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,166 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,166
฿4,666 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,383 reviews)
"Very nice hotel in the heart of the city. Lot's of restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. Loved Hessen Haus german restaurant."
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,389 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,389
฿3,795 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Greeted by freindly staff which always accommodating. Very convenient location to major highways and accessible to the places our family wanted to see. Great rooms, great breakfasts, and the two year old loved the pool. Priced right for the area."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is ฿2,908 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿2,908
฿3,257 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,928 reviews)
"There was an emergency at the hotel and they took it serious and police were called immediately and they handled it with compassion and professional and very promptly. And gave us half off our stay. We aprpethem very much and will stay again!"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,216 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,216
฿2,482 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,822 reviews)
"Reliable airport shuttle"
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026
Wildwood Lodge
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
The price is ฿3,421 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿3,421
฿3,831 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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 ...
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Where to stay in Southwestern Hills
Find the best Southwestern Hills areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Des Moines
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.
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.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
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.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Woodland Heights
While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
