Southwestern Hills Travel Guide
Des Moines
Visit Southwestern Hills
Stay near popular Southwestern Hills attractions
Things to do
The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
฿1,068
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Southwestern Hills
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
6221 Willow Creek Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,008 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿3,008
฿3,370 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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. ...
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,208 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,208
฿4,713 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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! (1,396 reviews)
"The hotel itself is beautiful. The secret speakeasy downstairs was very cool. Unfortunately, for being the nicest hotel in Des Moines, there were a couple of serious issues. The main problem is we had no hot water the first morning of our stay. We were told too many people were showering at the same ..."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,423 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,423
฿3,834 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"nice location"
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is ฿3,005 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿3,005
฿3,366 total
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,933 reviews)
"Room was spacious and clean. Front desk helped explain anything and everything to us about any questions we had. Breakfast was a pretty standard continental breakfast, but I did enjoy a few items that I do not normally see at hotels. This was our first stay at this location, but I will definitely ..."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,239 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,239
฿2,507 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,827 reviews)
"It was a nice experience I will definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026
Wildwood Lodge
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
The price is ฿3,455 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,455
฿3,870 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,221 reviews)
"Was a wonderful experience. Staff were friendly room was clean. Very nice accommodations would stay again."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 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 Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park 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.
Beaverdale
While Beaverdale isn't home to many top sights, Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
