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Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is HK$1,109
HK$1,242 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Property amenity
Aloft Waukee

Aloft Waukee

Aloft Waukee
3.0 star property
18.3 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179)
"Very courteous service and exceptional clean room. "
United States
Bonnie
The price is HK$723
HK$809 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Aloft Waukee
Terrace/patio
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
3.5 star property
11.9 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great pool and breakfast "
United States
Michelle or Ken
The price is HK$1,013
HK$1,135 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
Reception
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (613)
"I stay here 1x a year when I head to Wisconsin for holiday. I like there is a coffee shop/restaurant next store plus I feel very safe when I walk my dog at night. "
United States
Brenda
The price is HK$652
HK$731 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Coffee/tea maker
MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines

MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines

MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (134)
"Spotless, nice staff and great veiws"
United States
Brandon
The price is HK$687
HK$769 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines
Free daily continental breakfast
Quality Inn Indianola

Quality Inn Indianola

Quality Inn Indianola
2.5 star property
23.8 km from Western Gateway
7.6 out of 10, Good, (516)
"The staff was kind and the hotel rooms clean"
United States
Stephanie
The price is HK$520
HK$582 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Indianola
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola
2.5 star property
24.4 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (436)
"Loved it! Quaint and perfect stay! "
United States
Kara
The price is HK$559
HK$626 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Interior entrance
Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel

Qube Hotel
2.5 star property
22.6 km from Western Gateway
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (729)
"Great staff! Enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Lisa
The price is HK$615
HK$728 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Qube Hotel
Property amenity
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
2.5 star property
23.2 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (715)
"I stay at this property multiple times a year and have always had a positive experience. "
United States
John
The price is HK$819
HK$917 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (695)
"Thanks it was a great stay."
United States
Lotis
The price is HK$769
HK$862 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive
Reception
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (496)
"Comfortable bed Quiet room Great breakfast choices "
United States
Theodore
The price is HK$754
HK$844 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Front of property
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes
16.7 km from Western Gateway
7.6 out of 10, Good, (594)
"Great hot tub suite, and its a very good price for whatvyou gey."
United States
Brett
The price is HK$738
HK$827 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale
2.5 star property
11.4 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (427)
"Room is clean check-in was a breeze"
United States
Beth
The price is HK$758
HK$849 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale
Exterior
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines
2.0 star property
11.2 km from Western Gateway
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Room was great. Remote was missing from the room and the front desk was very helpful in getting me a new remote and making sure the TV works. "
United States
Robert
The price is HK$546
HK$611 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines
Courtyard
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
14.4 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (832)
"Clean, super friendly staff, and great location. "
United States
Darlene
The price is HK$693
HK$776 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
Lobby
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG
2.5 star property
11.3 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (734)
"Room was great. Breakfast was great "
United States
Mark
The price is HK$707
HK$792 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG
Exterior
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
14.5 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"Location, easy check in, welcoming vibe. "
United States
Denise
The price is HK$654
HK$732 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Property amenity
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"Great place to stay in DSM area!"
United States
Troy
The price is HK$852
HK$954 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG
Indoor pool
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Was a great stay and great price. "
United States
Roger
The price is HK$621
HK$695 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Terrace/patio
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
11.7 km from Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1213)
"Room was clean, all the staff was really friendly, & the continental breakfast was great!"
United States
Cady
The price is HK$699
HK$783 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Wildwood Lodge
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing landscape views, a skyscraper and a city

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

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

Court District

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

Drake

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

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Western Gateway Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were friendly and inviting. The woman at the front desk was efficient and friendly. Our room was clean and cozy. It is truly a dog friendly hotel. We were even given treats for our dog. "
Karen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.
What's a favourite 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 are there in Western Gateway?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer in Western Gateway.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Temple Theater. Des Moines Public Library and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Hoyt Sherman Place, 801 Grand and Ruan Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Gateway. Terrace Hill and Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.