Downtown Des Moines, Iowa
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Hotels
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
101 E Locust St
Des Moines, Iowa
Days Inn Merle Hay
4845 Merle Hay Rd
Des Moines, Iowa
Quality Inn & Suites
5231 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, Iowa
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Des Moines Airport
6800 Fleur Drive
Des Moines, Iowa
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area
1050 6th Ave
Des Moines, Iowa
Hotel Fort Des Moines
1000 Walnut St
Des Moines, Iowa
AmericInn Des Moines-Airport
1920 Hackley Ave
Des Moines, Iowa
Marriott Des Moines
700 Grand Ave
Des Moines, Iowa
Motel 6 Des Moines South - Airport
4817 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, Iowa
Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtwn
418 6th Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airp
6880 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, Iowa
Quality Inn And Suites Event
929 3rd St
Des Moines, Iowa
Baymont Inn Des Moines Airport
6221 Sw Army Post Rd
Des Moines, Iowa
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center
6111 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, Iowa
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest
4800 Merle Hay Rd
Des Moines, Iowa
Hampton Inn Des Moines Airport
5001 Fleur Dr
Des Moines, Iowa
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conference Center Des Moin
5000 Merle Hay Rd
Des Moines, Iowa
KIRKWOOD CIVIC CTR HOTEL
400 WALNUT ST
Des Moines, Iowa
Days Inn And Suites Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave
Des Moines, Iowa
Ramada Hotel Des Moines Airport
1810 Army Post Road
Des Moines, Iowa
Rodeway Inn Des Moines
5020 Ne 14th St
Des Moines, Iowa
Motel 6 Des Moines Ia
4940 NE 14th Street
Des Moines, Iowa
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites - Des Moines/Merle Hays R
4755 Merle Hay Road
Des Moines, Iowa
Baymont Inn & Suites Des Moines
4685 Ne 14th St
Des Moines, Iowa
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
100 SW Water Street
Des Moines, Iowa
QUALITY INN AND SUITES
4995 NW MERLE HAY RD
Des Moines, Iowa
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
120 Sw Water St
Des Moines, Iowa
Extend a Suites - Des Moines
5220 Northeast 14th Street
Des Moines, Iowa
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines
1140 24th St
Des Moines, Iowa
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
401 Locust St
Des Moines, Iowa
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
410 E 30th Street
Des Moines, Iowa
Village Inn Motel Des Moines
1348 East Euclid Ave
Des Moines, Iowa
Travelodge Des Moines
4685 A Northeast 14th Street
Des Moines, Iowa
Comfort Inn Des Moines
4950 Ne 14th St
Des Moines, Iowa
Hotel Tips
Elevators are notorious for being a nuisance so ask to be roomed on the top floor and as far away as possible. Most hotels book nearby rooms last so hopefully they have availability elsewhere.
Avoid booking poolside for kids playing during the day and gatherings at night. Sound bounces off of the water and voices carry so ask for a room away from the pool either on the opposite side of the hotel or in higher floors.
Policies vary on the availability of pet friendly rooms to it is wise to be open, honest and upfront during the booking process. You may find yourself kicked out or even paying a large deposit if you are not in a pet-friendly hotel and bring one anyway. New ADA laws are fuzzy though as service animals are not required to be documented and proprietors are legally not allowed to ask if the animal is a pet vs. a service animal.
Things To Do
Des Moines makes shopping for wine and other spirits easy by bringing an incredible collection sourced from local, regional well-known producers from around the World. Hit the wine tasting events and stock up on your favorite choice to be shipped home for your convenience.
Des Moines has that special dining venue and you are sure to find something to please with numerous meals served to satisfy each palette. A wide variety of restaurants and delis are available to choose from with a nice selection of entrees and especially desserts.
Des Moines keeps your pets fed, groomed, clothed and entertained with a wide assortment of ts.s available online and in-store. Does your dog need a bit of training? Check with us for great referrals to dog walkers, trainers and veterinarians who can work with your pets.
Why Do You Love Downtown?
Mara Crane
I haven't been downtown yet.
Kathy Burchett
I've never been and I would like to visit the downtown area, during my visit. During our last visit, we were not aware of a downtown area. Thank You!!!
Angela Shields
I will be visiting Ashland for the first time this coming weekend! I have heard from numerous people what a great town it is and how much I will like it. Very excited to check it out and do some shopping!
Kim Patrick
There is a lot of unique things to find.
Debbie Kimpel
We are coming in August to visit . My husband is related to Esther, the town was named after. We would like to visit some Historial areas there and also visit the downtown area as well.
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