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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, (1,108 reviews)
"Loved our stay. "
United States
Lexanne
The price is ￥23,436
￥26,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Exterior

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
14.8 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely facility and would stay again. "
United States
Sandra
The price is ￥15,472
￥17,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Lobby

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
16.6 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (702 reviews)
"Staff was amazing, kind welcoming from front desk to breakfast attendant."
United States
Jill
The price is ￥15,188
￥17,011 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 5.1 km from Western Gateway
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,763 reviews)
"Super close to airport and very comfortable!"
United States
Amy
The price is ￥11,656
￥13,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Gift shop

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
2.5 star property
11.1 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very clean and great service"
United States
Jeremy
The price is ￥13,617
￥15,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
Lobby

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 8.5 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,165 reviews)
"Was clean and a nice place for family to stay"
United States
Amy
The price is ￥12,933
￥14,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 2.3 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Breakfast was amazing and staff were very welcome and friendly! Hope to stay here more often in the future!"
United States
Adrian
The price is ￥17,481
￥19,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Lobby

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (631 reviews)
"Great stay and great team "
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥19,639
￥21,996 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Property amenity

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Nice room with a good price and close to the ballfields!"
United States
Eric
The price is ￥15,328
￥17,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
11.2 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (563 reviews)
"Rooms, pool, hot tub, breakfast & staff were all great."
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥13,103
￥14,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
13.6 km from Western Gateway
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean room, pool was nice, plenty parking. "
United States
JANE
The price is ￥15,807
￥17,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
16.7 km from Western Gateway
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (761 reviews)
"Great Hotel! "
United States
Erica
The price is ￥15,474
￥17,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Big room, friendly staff, gym had free weights up to 75 lbs"
United States
Albert
The price is ￥15,698
￥17,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
Reception

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 5.1 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Marc
The price is ￥21,888
￥24,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
12.6 km from Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (587 reviews)
"Rooms very clean Breakfast was excellent Walking distance to restaurants "
United States
Kelly
The price is ￥17,481
￥19,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Front of property

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
11.7 km from Western Gateway
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,238 reviews)
"Nice pool area and breakfast was better than most places"
United States
Daryn
The price is ￥12,853
￥14,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Wildwood Lodge
Property amenity

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Western Gateway
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (864 reviews)
"Breakfast and comfortable room"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥14,945
￥16,740 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
12.6 km from Western Gateway
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice options near by. "
United States
Tina
The price is ￥17,562
￥19,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Property amenity

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, (735 reviews)
"Hotel and staff were great. The breakfast was fantastic. "
United States
Donna
The price is ￥19,256
￥21,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Lobby sitting area

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 0.6 km from Western Gateway
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,052 reviews)
"Love this hotel every time we stay, never disappoints. Great staff, rooms, spa, breakfast, location and overall value."
United States
Lori
The price is ￥24,286
￥27,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Des Lux Hotel
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

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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.

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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.

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 Western Gateway Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent
"Clean brand new , loved my kitchen as well "
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighborhood. Be sure to check out John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.
What's a favorite 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 will I be able to find in the Western Gateway area?
Expedia has 34 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Western Gateway.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Western Gateway?
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What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?
For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and Temple Theater. Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden and Des Moines Public Library are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. 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.