Hotels in Des Moines, IA

Located along the Des Moines River, Iowa's capital city is home to a thriving arts scene, lush outdoor spaces, breathtaking historic sites and beloved sports teams – and it's the perfect place to get away from it all for a week or a weekend.  

In the heart of Central Iowa, our hotels in Des Moines put the best of the city right outside your door. From the thriving Downtown to the historic East Village, Urbandale to the Market District, with many of the city's most exciting neighborhoods and destinations just a short walk or drive away, it's easy to discover all this remarkable city has to offer.   

In Des Moines, no matter what your passion may be, you'll find the perfect way to indulge it. Here, you'll find art in many of downtown's public spaces, as well its museums and galleries. Meanwhile, architecture fans find buildings by I.M. Pei, Daniel Burnham, Mies van der Rohe, Eero Saarinen and more.  

If Mother Nature is your artist of choice, Birdland Park and its Neal Smith Trail which follows the Des Moines River, will transport you to a tranquil wonderland of water and wildlife. At Lake Ahquabi State Park, anglers can drop a line in the lake's bright blue waters as they fish for bluegill and catfish. And over at Raccoon River Park, you'll find 600 acres to explore, including a lake, swimming beach, boathouse, sports complexes and more. If you happen to be traveling with Fido, Raccoon River Park even features a 10-acre dog park where your pooch can run and play with other local pups. 

If you'd like to combine your love or art and the outdoors, don't miss the Pappajohn Sculpture Park. In the heart of downtown and just minutes from some of the best hotels in Des Moines, the Pappajohn Sculpture Park features more than 30 contemporary art pieces – and is the perfect place for a selfie (or a few). 

When the sun goes down, the fun is just getting started – whether you're traveling with your kids, your partner or your closest friends and family. From breweries to nightclubs, lounges and theaters to bowling alleys and arcades, just minutes from our hotels in Des Moines you can treat yourself – and every member of your family – to a night on the town.  

After an active day, you can kick back and watch your favorite sports. In Des Moines, you can catch pro-quality sports virtually all year long – from Australian football to classic American baseball, hockey and arena football to games featuring NBA G League players. The city even has a women's professional tackle football team. 

With the day behind you, don't miss the chance to unwind with a fantastic "only-in-Iowa" meal at one of the city's most famous restaurants or little-known eateries. With farm-to-table fare, award-winning BBQ, perfectly cooked Iowa steaks, great bakeries and brunch spots, plus local wineries, breweries and distilleries, no matter what you're in the mood for, Des Moines has you covered. 

Regardless of why you're traveling, you'll find some of the top hotels in Des Moines not only provide a quiet retreat from the world outside, but convenient access to the best that Iowa's capital has to offer – and we look forward to welcoming you soon. 

Don't forget to check out our hotels nearby in Iowa City, Cedar Rapids and Dubuque!