Greater South Side Travel Guide
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Convenient and easy airport"
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
"Michelle at the front desk was AMAZING. Give that gal a raise! Comfy beds. Nice breakfast. Our room was humid but located across from ice machine and laundry on 3rd floor so perhaps that contributed. Nice stay ceey close to the airport after a long day of flying and appreciated the 1/2 mile ..."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Our room was on the second floor; I’m grateful that my bag was light since no elevator required me to carry it up stairs. This will be good to know if you’re traveling with heavy bags. Breakfast was nice; there was something for everyone from waffles to eggs and sausage with biscuits and gravy."
Reviewed on 5 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
"Clean, nice staff, well maintained facility"
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
"Staff is very friendly. The hotel itself was dated."
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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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 Des Moines Civic Center or Science Center of Iowa might round out your trip.

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.

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.

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.









