Western Gateway

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 P8,968 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P8,968
P10,044 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,201 reviews)
"Our room was very nice and the hotel is in a great location. We could walk around and felt very safe! The hotel is renovated and was a great for our mini getaway!"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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 P4,675 per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
P4,675
P5,236 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

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 P4,635 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P4,635
P5,191 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
5.8/10 (891 reviews)
"I thought the property was disgusting. Stained carpet. Left over food by the pool left out all night. While eating in the restaurant a mouse ran by us into the kitchen. The floor in the shower in my room was so slick I had to put a towel down so i didnt fall. We were told by the manager of the restaurant ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2026

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

4 out of 5
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
The price is P5,611 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P5,611
P6,284 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (463 reviews)
"We arrived after 1am and unfortunately Hotels.com only allows to book based on date, meaning because it was after midnight, we technically couldn't check-in til 3pm and it was 1am. Fortunately, the front desk worked with us and found an open room and accommodated our night stay. This was during the ..."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
11211 Hickman Rd Urbandale IA
The price is P7,308 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
P7,308
P8,185 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (688 reviews)
"The traffic near the hotel was crazy, as usual road construction, weaving thru a restaurant parking lot to get the hotel was weird; literally took 12 minutes before someone greeted us (another traveler and myself) and check us in, it was 4:16 PM, so nobody near from the front desk. The Machine Shed ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 P6,559 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P6,559
P7,347 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,064 reviews)
"Staff was great, the complimentary breakfast and dinner + drinks were such a money saving bonus. The location was great with plenty of conveniences around the property. Good gym, good pool!"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas and neighborhoods 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

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while in the area.

Drake

If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.

Southwestern Hills

While Southwestern Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.



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