Greater South Side Travel Guide
Des Moines





Visit Greater South Side
Stay near popular Greater South Side attractions
Top hotels in Greater South Side

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Nice stay. Staff was helpful and working hard. They were thoughtful about our room placement and everything was clean."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Great place to stay the night before a flight."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
"Hotel was clean and the staff was very friendly. It’s across the street from street from the airport and close to everything you could think of."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
"Staff was lovely, we got the best room with the best balcony overlooking the pool area... it was the most private. Loved that! My only issue was that the coffee maker in the room did not work. I tried many times."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
"Weird stains on the sleeper sofa as well as the light fixtures. No additional bedsheets found in linen closet. Rancid smell in room, very few outlets. Roach found in bathroom, very stained and mildewed shower curtain. Refrigerator hardly cold enough to store food. Really dingy and unclean vibe overall, ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Greater South Side

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.

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.

Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

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.









