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An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 1.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location, plenty of parking, large and clean room, very very comfortable bed and pillows."
United States
Ktom
The price is P6,606
P7,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 1.9 km from Woodland Heights
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,291 reviews)
"Amazing location and historic hotel. Great food and drink option , clean rooms ."
United States
Yekaterina
The price is P8,118
P9,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

3. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.1 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful place easy to navigate and staff was super kind"
United States
clayton
The price is P8,985
P10,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

4. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 2 km from Woodland Heights
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,082 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is P9,490
P10,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Des Lux Hotel
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"So good staff and rooms and cookies"
United States
joseph
The price is P6,563
P7,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
A bed with white bedding and pillows against a textured wall.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Meg
The price is P7,425
P8,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.3 km from Woodland Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was great and rooms were clean."
United States
Julie
The price is P10,499
P12,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.5 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent accommodations."
United States
Mark
The price is P6,271
P7,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

9. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Woodland Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"staff was extremely helpful"
United States
RYAN
The price is P6,863
P7,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

10. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 5.7 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"They found us a perfect room for our short stay"
United States
Jan
The price is P6,907
P7,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Staybridge Suites' on the facade.

11. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.1 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Terrific location, great happy hour, nice staff. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Dawn R.
The price is P7,113
P7,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

12. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.4 km from Woodland Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jayson
The price is P8,985
P10,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

13. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 5.7 km from Woodland Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,824 reviews)
"Great location nice staff"
United States
John
The price is P4,393
P4,920 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

14. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3 km from Woodland Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved breakfast, happy hour and the pool. Very walkable neighborhood as well"
United States
Michelle
The price is P8,135
P9,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Watrous South, 6.8 km from Woodland Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (712 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Reginald
The price is P6,551
P7,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

16. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 2.3 km from Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Great location"
United States
Mark
The price is P10,545
P11,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

17. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (438 reviews)
"Central hub location with cheap parking options. Was right around the corner from a concert I was seeing."
United States
Griffin
The price is P10,588
P11,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
7.5 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675 reviews)
"Great clean hotel close to the airport and restaurants!"
United States
Richard
The price is P7,647
P8,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

19. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 2.8 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (680 reviews)
"This is a clean, pleasant, and familiar place to stay with a great location near the ballpark and Court Avenue district."
United States
Michael
The price is P8,182
P9,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 2.9 km from Woodland Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Incredibly clean stay! Lovely staff."
United States
Lauren
The price is P6,600
P7,392 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
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Where to stay in Woodland Heights

Find the best Woodland Heights areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
The entrance to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with a large dome structure in the background.

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.

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm

Court District

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

A sign reading "Historic East Village" with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.

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.

The exterior and interior of Mars Cafe, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a red interior with hanging lights and artwork.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres

Drake

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

A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

Top Woodland Heights Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good
"Nice location and clean place"
Halle 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Frequently asked questions

What is Woodland Heights like?
Travelers to the Woodland Heights neighborhood in Des Moines will be sure to enjoy their stay.
How many hotels are there in Woodland Heights?
If you're searching for places to stay in Des Moines, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 21 Woodland Heights hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Woodland Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Woodland Heights.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?
Terrace Hill, Black Cultural Center, and La Casa Cultural Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Woodland Heights. While you're out sightseeing, Hoyt Sherman Place and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are a couple of additional sights to visit in Des Moines.

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