Western Gateway Travel Guide

Des Moines

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent skyscraper, a well-lit plaza, and a winding road.
A large stone sculpture of a smiling face on a pedestal in a park with grass and trees.
A sculpture of a large spider in a grassy park with a city skyline in the background.
A large white sculpture of a human figure in a park with buildings in the background.
A building with large white letters in the foreground.

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Top hotels in Western Gateway

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿5,288 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
฿5,288
฿5,923 total
3 Jul - 4 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! (1,206 reviews)
"The hotel is really top notch and in an historic building. Beautifully maintained. Parking is a bit expensive. Nice casual restaurant in the lobby floor has a good selection for breakfast, lunch, etc."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,625 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,625
฿4,060 total
5 Jul - 6 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean room (king w/ sofa sleeper) with ample space and nearby amenities in addition to those onsite. Worth noting the sofa sleeper is more like a twin than a full if traveling with family."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,598 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿2,598
฿2,910 total
14 Jul - 15 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 ...
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is ฿3,467 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
฿3,467
฿3,883 total
10 Jul - 11 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 (897 reviews)
"The staff was exceptionally courteous. The bed in the room was exceptionally comfortable. However, I encountered several issues during my stay. The television was non-functional, and the bathroom lacked a shower curtain, as it was only equipped with a half-door. These shortcomings significantly diminished ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3 out of 5
5505 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,658 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,658
฿4,097 total
5 Jul - 6 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! (1,071 reviews)
"I’ve learned that Drury hotels are simply some of the best hotels in the country. Family owned, incredibly high standards, staff who love their jobs."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,759 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿4,759
฿5,331 total
1 Jul - 2 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! (1,077 reviews)
"Breakfast was poor quality but overall experience it was a nice hotel."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Des Lux Hotel
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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.

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.

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.



Western Gateway Travel Guide