Western Gateway Travel Guide
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Top hotels in Western Gateway
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,310 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,310
฿4,828 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 ...
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,352 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,352
฿3,754 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 ...
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,361 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿2,361
฿2,644 total
26 Aug - 27 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 (997 reviews)
"Rooms had a lot of moisture in them due to the water park and poor air flow. E wrythibg felt damp 24/7. Room was clean but smelled very musty. My husband seen a mouse in the hallway. They ran out of towels and we only got 2 towels to start with. Shower had no curtain and only half a glass covered ..."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,298 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,298
฿2,574 total
7 Sept - 8 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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,848 reviews)
"Great staff!!"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is ฿3,230 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿3,230
฿3,617 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (1,879 reviews)
"I have to admit that I didn’t know the property was under renovation. It wasn’t better than the $70 hotels we have stayed at and after a visitation and preparing for a funeral we wanted better. Smelled like paint or glue the whole night, I am sensitive to smells and had to have the covers over my ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,243 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿3,243
฿3,633 total
12 Aug - 13 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (716 reviews)
"Room didn't get touched for 3 days"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Western Gateway
Find the best Western Gateway 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.
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.
