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Where to stay in Historic East Village

Find the best Historic East Village 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.

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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.

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Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and La Casa Cultural Center.

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Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Columbus Park

While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

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Top Historic East Village Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

6/10 Okay

"The 1st room the sink was clogged and hair coming out the drain. The floors had weak spots and the phones in rooms don’t work. Paint chipping everywhere and they let crack heads hang out in the entryway and an over all smell inside the building. If your needing a bed only it works."

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Our room was a nice size. I especially liked the bed and pillows. Everything in our room was spon on. There was a floor drain somewhere before you walk into the pool. It just needs water poured down it because it stinks. Also! The information on the back of the door states check out time is noon. The front desk shows it's 11. I was here not too long ago and they weren't aware the times were different. They need to change the signs in the rooms! The pool was small and a bit chilly. After we left, they called us to let us know I had left my makeup mirror there and we went and picked it up. I really appreciated that. We'll be back"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great, we really appreciated the gift card for 801 Chophouse when we mentioned we were going there for our anniversary dinner. The only issue with the room was that there was shampoo or soap on the shower floor, when I stepped in. I slipped and almost fell. The room is very noisy Also, please get a better quality toilet paper. "

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

8/10 Good

"All the staff were helpful and friendly, the room was clean and the beds were comfortable. There were 3 reasons we gave 4 instead of 5 on the overall rating: 1) the "free breakfast" was only extended to 2 adults from each room, and we had 4 adults in our room. So rather than eat in the hotel restaurant, we went to a local favorite brunch place, to cater to the wishes of the group, so that 'amenity' was wasted on us. 2) we had trouble figuring out how to get to the hotel because of the parking lot being closed. We did eventually locate the correct lot and were able to schlepp our luggage across the street safely, with some extra effort. 3) the faucet in the tub/shower was almost impossible to turn fully off. All 4 adult members of our party tried to turn the tub faucet so the water would fully STOP, but only the heavily muscled, 21-year old college athlete member of our party was able to get it turned fully off with great effort. I definitely want to repeat that ALL the staff were friendly and helpful, from Ken at the desk, to the wonderful bartender/waitress in Cityscape the night we arrived, to the housekeeping staff. Overall, it was a GOOD stay, with a few inconveniences."

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic East Village like?

Historic East Village is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Are you looking for Historic East Village travel tips? Make sure that you visit Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Historic East Village?

Based on our traveller data, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic East Village. This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Casey's Center, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels are there in the Historic East Village area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Des Moines, choose from one of Expedia's 16 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic East Village.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic East Village, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Historic East Village.

What are the top things to see and do in Historic East Village?

Sights like Wooly's and State Historical Museum of Iowa can be part of your cultural tour of Historic East Village. A visit to Iowa State Capitol Building is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic East Village include Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater, Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens and Walnut Street Bridge. World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.

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Where to stay in Historic East Village

Downtown Des Moines

Court District

Drake

Southwestern Hills

Columbus Park

Top Historic East Village Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

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