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 ฿4,321 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! (1,278 reviews)
"This is an excellently renovated hotel in downtown DesMoines. Walking distance to parks, restaurants, and the farmers market. The restaurant is five star…"
Reviewed on 16 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 ...
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 (1,021 reviews)
"walked into our room and it reeked of urine. the comforters were stained, the bathroom was full of mold, there was a giant bloody handprint on the curtain and i could see what i assume was bedbugs behind the tv. left within 5 minutes at went to the days in at the airport instead. dont stay here"
Reviewed on 17 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,832 reviews)
"awesome stay"
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
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! (1,010 reviews)
"The room itself was fine, except the AC was off when we arrived, so it took over 4 hours to cool down since we visited in summer. We booked for 6 people and only received 3 towels and 1 roll of toilet paper for a 4 night stay. They never came to take out our trash, I had to bring down dirty towels ..."
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! (1,884 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, good breakfast choices! My girls (and their friends) and I stayed 2 nights. They are all 13-14 years old. This is our 2nd stay there in the last year, and we love it. Definitely recommend this place! Great location close to shopping, restaurants, gas stations, etc. This has ..."
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.
