Greater South Side

Des Moines

A nighttime pedestrian bridge with illuminated railings and a rainbow-colored light projection on the floor.
A calm lake with mist rising from the water, surrounded by trees under a clear sky.
A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.
A park with a curved walking path, surrounded by grass and trees.
A river with a forested area and several buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Greater South Side attractions


Top hotels in Greater South Side

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 HK$627 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
HK$627
HK$703 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,823 reviews)
"Staff very friendly and professional. Property clean, convenient location."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3 out of 5
1920 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is HK$560 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
HK$560
HK$627 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (1,009 reviews)
"The staff was unfriendly and inefficient. I asked for a wake up call that I didn't get. My whole experience was just very unwelcoming."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 out of 5
5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$958 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
HK$958
HK$1,073 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. We flew out of the Des Moines airport, left our car at the Hampton Inn and were taken to the Airport by shuttle. We flew back a week later at 11:30 at night and were picked up promptly by the Hampton Inn shuttle. So quick and convenient. Our room was perfect as well. The night ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

2.5 out of 5
5231 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is HK$558 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$558
HK$625 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was priced competitively…Drawback was no hot tub to enjoy because it was inop? Of course no elevator to access the upper floor & a lack of a fitness center??? Breakfast was adequate being that the same exact food is served every morning? It would be nice to serve a breakfast meat? Otherwise, ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

3 out of 5
6111 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA
The price is HK$827 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
HK$827
HK$926 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (664 reviews)
"Staff was lovely, we got the best room with the best balcony overlooking the pool area... it was the most private. Loved that! My only issue was that the coffee maker in the room did not work. I tried many times."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

3 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is HK$855 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
HK$855
HK$957 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room met expectations"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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Where to stay in Greater South Side

Find the best Greater South Side areas 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

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in town.

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.



Greater South Side