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 ฿4,321 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,321
฿4,840 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! (1,275 reviews)
"The $40 valet did not have an umbrella or offer one in the pouring rain. Got soaked getting our own bags out of the car. There is mold in the grout of the bathroom and the shower door handle is falling off. There is one office chair to sit on so one of us has to sit on the bed if we just want to ..."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,360 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,360
฿3,763 total
23 Aug - 24 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff was nice and breakfast was good. The A/C was really loud and seemed a bit worn and old."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿2,366 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,366
฿2,650 total
24 Aug - 25 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 (1,018 reviews)
"Rooms had broken things, the outside door was supposed to be key entry only but was broken so anyone could walk in off the street. The staff was unhelpful"
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,275 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,275
฿2,548 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 ...
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,022 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,022
฿2,364 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The breakfast was always full and welcoming, we stayed 3 nights and not once did our room get cleaned and the ice machine was out of order"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is ฿2,883 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,883
฿3,229 total
24 Aug - 25 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! (1,881 reviews)
"Fridge in room didn't work, and coffee wasn't restocked."
Reviewed on 16 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 Des Moines Community Playhouse and La Casa Cultural Center.
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.
