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Top Trending Hotels Near Western Gateway, Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (528)
"Great stay … highly recommended!"
The price is P5,328
P5,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1579)
"Great place to stay!"
The price is P4,262
P4,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (809)
"Staff was great. Continental breakfast was fresh. Location was accessible and close to our destination. Overall my son and I had a great trip"
The price is P5,132
P5,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great stay"
The price is P8,016
P8,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
1 bedroom, free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (337)
"Nice place to stay."
The price is P6,159
P6,899 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (931)
"Great overnight stay to relax and unwind after a full day of driving. "
The price is P6,794
P7,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Love staying here! The rooms are very well designed and the over service is excellent! "
The price is P10,236
P11,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free daily continental breakfast

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Close to the airport and friendly staff"
The price is P5,928
P6,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1053)
"Great affordable quiet place to stay. We have stayed here a couple times now, and we'll stay again."
The price is P5,866
P6,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Lobby

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Very comfortable stay with a very comfortable bed in a nice quiet hotel with a great breakfast. "
The price is P5,295
P5,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Free daily buffet breakfast

Hotel Pommier Indianola

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (404)
"Excellent hotel. Everyone was nice and the room was spotless. Would highly recommend this hotel."
The price is P6,188
P6,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
Exterior

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"I would stay there again. "
The price is P5,426
P6,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (557)
"Beautiful hotel with the staff being very helpful and friendly. The morning breakfast buffet was really good. "
The price is P7,772
P8,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great property and convenient location. "
The price is P6,794
P7,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (674)
"Staff was very friendly. Room was very nice. Breakfast was good and was kept stocked. I would stay there again."
The price is P4,155
P4,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Beautiful quiet place great for a peaceful get away and amazing pool"
The price is P3,908
P4,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
Property amenity

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"This was an easy place to find. Very clean and had a nice continental breakfast. The beds & pillows were very comfortable. "
The price is P5,521
P6,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Exterior

Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515)
"Great location, friendly staff"
The price is P5,392
P6,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
Property amenity

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (50)
"Nice property and nice staff! "
The price is P6,781
P7,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Lobby

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Excellent hotel, room and staff. I would stay there again."
The price is P4,917
P5,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas and neighborhoods 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 map

Downtown Des Moines

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Historic East Village
Historic East Village map

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

Court District map

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade
Capitol Park map

Capitol Park

While Capitol Park isn't home to many top sights, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building are some notable places to visit nearby.

Grays Lake which includes a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

Greater South Side

While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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
"Low key, friendly staff, central location near highway and main roads breakfast included helped budget."
keith 9-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighborhood. Be sure to check out John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.

What's a favorite 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 will I be able to find in the Western Gateway area?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Western Gateway.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Western Gateway?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Western Gateway, click here.

What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?

For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and The Temple for Performing Arts. Des Moines Public Library and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Hoyt Sherman Place, 801 Grand, and Ruan Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Gateway. Polk County Courthouse and Terrace Hill are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.