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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Staff was amazing. Room, pool, breakfast all spectacular. Enjoyed our stay. Will tell our friends and family and will come back "
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥13,881
￥15,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1040)
"Great atmosphere and quiet rooms."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ￥17,777
￥19,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Lounge
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is ￥21,134
￥23,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
16.8 km from Historic East Village
7.8 out of 10, Good, (725)
"Nice clean room, friendly staff. "
United States
Cheryl
The price is ￥7,974
￥8,931 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Free daily full breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
12.9 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (299)
"clean, friendly staff, room was well equipped"
United States
Colin
The price is ￥13,257
￥14,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"A great place to stay"
United States
Carol
The price is ￥15,595
￥17,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Free buffet breakfast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
13.3 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is ￥12,493
￥13,993 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Lobby
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 star property
16.4 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is ￥11,799
￥13,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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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
23.3 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (716)
"I stay at this property multiple times a year and have always had a positive experience. "
United States
John
The price is ￥16,482
￥18,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 6.4 km from Historic East Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1691)
"Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!"
United States
Kevin
The price is ￥9,826
￥11,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
14.4 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (674)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is ￥15,388
￥17,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is ￥15,441
￥17,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 3.8 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is ￥14,580
￥16,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
13.2 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541)
"Location, easy check in, welcoming vibe. "
United States
Denise
The price is ￥13,125
￥14,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Bar (on property)
Tru By Hilton Ankeny

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

Tru By Hilton Ankeny
2.5 star property
13.8 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129)
"Clean room, attentive staff, great amenities and ease of parking"
United States
Linda
The price is ￥14,206
￥15,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Tru By Hilton Ankeny
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola
2.5 star property
24.5 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (438)
"Loved it! Quaint and perfect stay! "
United States
Kara
The price is ￥11,370
￥12,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Pommier Indianola
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, 1.8 km from Historic East Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is ￥22,254
￥24,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 1.4 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Great hotel"
United States
Grant
The price is ￥19,860
￥22,243 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
16.9 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Friendly staff, great location, beds could be better. "
United States
Shelley
The price is ￥14,505
￥16,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 10.4 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1171)
"Convenient location to restaurants"
United States
Sally
The price is ￥13,425
￥15,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Where to stay in Historic East Village

Find the best Historic East Village areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city

Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.

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.

Drake

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

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

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.

Southwestern Hills

While Southwestern Hills 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 Historic East Village Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast options were plentiful, and the entire place was very clean. Beds were comfortable and staff was very friendly."
Bridget 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic East Village like?
Historic East Village is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options. Are you looking for Historic East Village travel tips? Be sure to check out Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Historic East Village?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Hotel Des Moines East Village is the highest ranked property in Historic East Village. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Casey's Center, and it offers a restaurant and a fitness center. Other favorite options in the area include Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Historic East Village?
If you're searching for places to stay in Des Moines, choose from one of Expedia's 18 hotels and other accommodations in Historic East Village.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic East Village, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Historic East Village.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Historic East Village?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Historic East Village, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Historic East Village?
Sights like Wooly's and State Historical Museum of Iowa can be part of your cultural tour of Historic East Village. A visit to Iowa State Capitol Building is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Historic East Village include Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater, Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, and Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge. Walnut Street Bridge and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.

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