Greater South Side Travel Guide
Des Moines
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Top hotels in Greater South Side
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,275 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,275
฿2,548 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,254 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,254
฿2,524 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,026 reviews)
"Pool and gym equipment is out of service. Room and bathroom are not updated. Cabinets are broken."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
6111 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,646 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,646
฿4,083 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (695 reviews)
"👍"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
5231 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,356 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,356
฿2,639 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Conveniently located hotel with friendly staff and comfortable rooms. Easy check in - we had an issue with getting the tv to work but issue resolved easily after asking at front desk. A good selection for breakfast and a pleasant stay overall."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,561 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿3,561
฿3,988 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was lovely and the room was spotless. Very nice for the money."
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,360 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,360
฿3,763 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff was nice and breakfast was good. The A/C was really loud and seemed a bit worn and old."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Greater South Side
Find the best Greater South Side 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.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and La Casa Cultural Center.
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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
