Western Gateway Travel Guide
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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,841 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿4,841
฿5,422 total
26 Jul - 27 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! (1,210 reviews)
"Our stay here was absolutely perfect from start to finish. Every detail was seamless, beginning with a smooth and welcoming check-in all the way through to an effortless check-out. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, and the property itself was fantastic. We couldn't have asked ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,948 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿3,948
฿4,422 total
27 Jul - 28 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"The coffee tables glass was broke the ac cover was broke of and sat on the ac"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,592 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,592
฿2,903 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (1,822 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and rooms were perfectly cleaned. The price for the room was very acceptable. My only complaint would be the water pressure when I showered. I would definitely stay there again."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,369 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿2,369
฿2,653 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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 (908 reviews)
"Never stay there again place is a dump"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿5,046 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿5,046
฿5,652 total
8 Jul - 9 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! (1,075 reviews)
"I give it a 4 star because the carpet in the rooms looks not so clean."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,204 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿4,204
฿4,709 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (469 reviews)
"Lovely!!"
Reviewed on 30 Jun 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.
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.
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.
