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
"Muy Bueno"
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
"The elevator in the parking ramp was broken, so I had to wrestle my luggage down three flights of stairs. Easy solution: valet parking. This hotel is on the historic registry, so if something's broken it must go through careful reviews before any repairs can begin. Just something to be aware of."
Reviewed on 16 Oct 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 Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

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

Woodland Heights
While Woodland Heights isn't home to many top sights, Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are some notable places to visit nearby.









