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Top Trending Hotels Near Western Gateway, Des Moines

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Great room and stay."
United States
Debbie
The price is ฿4,450
฿4,984 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
Watrous South, 5.1 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1676)
"Staff was friendly room was super clean breakfast was delicious "
United States
Sean
The price is ฿2,023
฿2,266 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Indoor spa tub
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 star property
11.5 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1794)
"Great customer service by the hotel staff!"
United States
Adam
The price is ฿2,440
฿2,732 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
Court District, 0.6 km from Western Gateway
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1032)
"room was clean, bed comfortable, staff friendly, breakfast good!"
United States
Joshlynn
The price is ฿5,462
฿6,118 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Des Lux Hotel
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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 1.7 km from Western Gateway
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1064)
"Room was great! Very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿4,084
฿4,575 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
Court District, 1.4 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1018)
"Clean room, friendly staff, convenient location"
United States
Seth
The price is ฿2,800
฿3,136 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Indoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2.5 star property
11.7 km from Western Gateway
7.8 out of 10, Good, (949)
"good place to stay"
United States
Tammy
The price is ฿2,562
฿2,870 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
Watrous South, 5.1 km from Western Gateway
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1018)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
The price is ฿1,992
฿2,232 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Western Gateway
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1020)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is ฿3,248
฿3,638 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Indoor pool
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.6 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"Clean room, very quiet, a lot of space for parking"
United States
Gabriela
The price is ฿2,975
฿3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
Lovington, 8.7 km from Western Gateway
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1018)
"Clean room, nice staff. The only complaint is the breakfast."
United States
Lindsey
The price is ฿1,940
฿2,270 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

3.0 star property
12.2 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1014)
"Was a great stay and great price. "
United States
Roger
The price is ฿2,566
฿2,873 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 1.8 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Nice! Spacious"
United States
ASHLEY
The price is ฿3,057
฿3,424 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
Court District, 0.8 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great hotel"
United States
Grant
The price is ฿5,170
฿5,790 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Drake, 2.3 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1018)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Alyca
The price is ฿3,057
฿3,424 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

3.0 star property
11.7 km from Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1202)
"Cozy, clean rooms that are dog friendly. The staff is also super friendly."
United States
Michael
The price is ฿3,728
฿4,176 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Wildwood Lodge
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 8.5 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1159)
"Friendly staff, quiet location, comfortable and clean rooms. Would stay there again."
United States
Alaina
The price is ฿2,402
฿2,690 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free buffet breakfast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

3.0 star property
14.5 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is ฿2,429
฿2,721 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Front of property
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
14.6 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (936)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
LaDonna
The price is ฿2,588
฿2,899 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Indoor pool, pool loungers
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

3.0 star property
14.3 km from Western Gateway
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (827)
"I enjoyed my stay. "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿2,566
฿2,873 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

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

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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.

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center.

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Western Gateway Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Only thing I'd say needed to be done is I've noticed not every room has an ice bucket & don't understand the 3 pillow thing either. "
Kylie 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

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Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Western Gateway?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is the highest ranked property in Western Gateway. This hotel offers a restaurant and a health club.
How many hotels are there in Western Gateway?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options in Western Gateway to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Western Gateway, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Western Gateway.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Temple Theater. Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden and Des Moines Public Library are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Hoyt Sherman Place, 801 Grand and Ruan Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Gateway. Terrace Hill and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.