Southwestern Hills Travel Guide
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,822 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿2,822
฿3,161 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,172 reviews)
"Nice clean but from the 70s. Breakfast was great"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,522 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,522
฿2,825 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (887 reviews)
"This was a hard one because the images look fantastic on Expedia. That however is where it ends. From the moment we stepped foot in the building you could feel a level of moisture in the atmosphere. I'm not sure if the water park was an after thought but everything just felt not dry. The main area ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,880 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
฿4,880
฿5,465 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
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! (1,207 reviews)
"Fantastic property and such a cool historical elegance. The staff is super helpful and the rooms are very clean, spacious and the perfect place to rest after a long travel day. Very conveniently located to food, Starbucks and sights."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,669 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,669
฿2,989 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,813 reviews)
"My shower didn't work at all a.d when asked them to fix or move to another room the wouldnt"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
5505 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,669 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,669
฿4,110 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,064 reviews)
"Staff was great, the complimentary breakfast and dinner + drinks were such a money saving bonus. The location was great with plenty of conveniences around the property. Good gym, good pool!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,774 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,774
฿5,347 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,078 reviews)
"Great staff all the way around, wonderful morning breakfast served with a selection and plenty of room to dine. The hotel bar was excellent along with the lobby very well decorated and comfortable."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Southwestern Hills
Find the best Southwestern Hills 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.
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 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.
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.
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
