North of Grand Travel Guide
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Top hotels in North of Grand
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,160 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,160
฿3,539 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 ...
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,242 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,242
฿2,512 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! (1,851 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful Clean room Good breakfast 😋"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
The price is ฿1,993 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿1,993
฿2,330 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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 clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,260 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,260
฿4,771 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,295 reviews)
"This property is historic, beautiful and well-maintained. When I stay in hotels of this type, my expectation is above-average service, and amenities. The rooms delivered by being spacious and modern with the ultra-plush beds (extremely soft, little back support) and a large walk-in shower. Housekeeping ..."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,333 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿2,333
฿2,613 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (1,031 reviews)
"Property is dying for a renovation. Despite some reviews this is not a family friendly location."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
The price is ฿3,499 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,499
฿3,919 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and Merle Hay Mall are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (769 reviews)
"This is a modern, bright, well maintained hotel with a very nice pool and a gigantic hot tub. The breakfast was one of the better ones I have had. The price for the stay was very reasonable and much cheaper than the hotels closer to Des Moines. A wonderful stay."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in North of Grand
Find the best North of Grand 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 Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
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.
