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 ฿2,255 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,255
฿2,525 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,846 reviews)
"All the amenities are awesome. It was a very clean hotel. The most unique thing about this hotel is the staff the front desk gal is amazing. I’ve stayed here several times while traveling. She’s always there with a smile. Love this place."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,206 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿2,206
฿2,470 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! (1,036 reviews)
"The staff were very pleasant and helpful. Our room was clean, but the bathroom was in need of repair."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
6111 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,350 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,350
฿3,752 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (697 reviews)
"The whirlpool hot tub was broken down. The main front door was broken. The lobby floor had a caution: wet, slippery sign up the entire time. I was sliding around in my cross everything I walked through."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
5231 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,335 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿2,335
฿2,616 total
27 Aug - 28 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)
"Please replace the towels"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,529 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿3,529
฿3,952 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! (1,010 reviews)
"The air conditioner seemed to have an issue with the condenser. It was damp in the room the entire time. Everything seemed wet. They need to service their air conditioners in the rooms and ensure they are cooling properly."
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,177 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,177
฿3,558 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! (1,012 reviews)
"Nice rooms, equipped with refrigerator and coffee maker. Bathroom large and easy to navigate. Breakfast was abundant and delicious. Lovely staff"
Reviewed on 20 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.
