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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,921 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,921
฿5,512 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿5,661 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,661
฿6,340 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,228 reviews)
"It was gorgeous and so clean. Great Downtown location. Was bummed we didn’t try any of the restaurants onsite. My only gripe is the water bottle situation. They only give you 2 a day then didn’t refresh with housekeeping. When we asked for additional we got a lecture about being charged. Other Hilton ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,826 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿2,826
฿3,165 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,961 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿2,961
฿3,316 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (944 reviews)
"The pool area for the kids was clean and attendants were very friendly. Carpeting was in poor condition. The rooms were spacious but were outdated and need serious work. Our door didn't want to stay shut, the window of the bedroom looked as if it had been broken into and wouldn't close. Had maintenance ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is ฿3,286 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿3,286
฿3,681 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (1,870 reviews)
"It is under construction and wasn't told that. Had to call the hotel to get someone to the registration desk to check in as no one was there. I'm sure it will be good once construction is done."
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
11211 Hickman Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿4,921 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,921
฿5,512 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
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Where to stay in Drake
Find the best Drake 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.
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 Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in town.
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.
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lauridsen Amphitheater and Gray’s Lake Park.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lauridsen Amphitheater and Salisbury House.
