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Our top choices for Woodland Heights hotels

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 1.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Will stay there again!!!"
United States
Ashley
The price is ￥16,595
￥18,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 1.9 km from Woodland Heights
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,332 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Todd
The price is ￥19,865
￥22,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

3. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.1 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel"
United States
Menashe
The price is ￥21,237
￥23,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (516 reviews)
"Friendly staff. I would have liked to stay longer!"
United States
Charles
The price is ￥14,535
￥16,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

5. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Woodland Heights
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice hotel will stay there again"
United States
Felicia
The price is ￥17,257
￥19,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

6. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 2 km from Woodland Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,098 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, fantastic hot tub and the free breakfast was amazing!!!"
United States
Erin M
The price is ￥22,450
￥25,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Des Lux Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.3 km from Woodland Heights
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay! The bartenders were amazing!"
United States
Sweta
The price is ￥22,239
￥25,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.5 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Mario
The price is ￥14,002
￥15,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Meg
The price is ￥17,461
￥19,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

10. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3 km from Woodland Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a wonderful hotel and amazing staff and fantastic rooms!"
United States
Candy
The price is ￥20,510
￥22,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

11. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.4 km from Woodland Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jayson
The price is ￥22,495
￥25,195 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

12. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 5.7 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Great place to stay and is real close to the airport"
United States
Jayson
The price is ￥17,285
￥19,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

13. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.1 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Terrific location, great happy hour, nice staff. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Dawn R.
The price is ￥18,563
￥20,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

14. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 2.3 km from Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Close to everything we needed down town."
United States
Ryan
The price is ￥26,585
￥29,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring a central open space with tables and chairs, surrounded by balconies and a large, colorful ceiling structure.

15. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Watrous South, 6.8 km from Woodland Heights
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (724 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Reginald
The price is ￥18,563
￥20,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

16. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 2.8 km from Woodland Heights
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (684 reviews)
"This is a clean, pleasant, and familiar place to stay with a great location near the ballpark and Court Avenue district."
United States
Michael
The price is ￥20,628
￥23,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

17. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 5.7 km from Woodland Heights
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,812 reviews)
"Very clean room, great parking, quiet although near the airport"
United States
kathleen
The price is ￥10,382
￥11,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
7.5 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (683 reviews)
"Great clean hotel close to the airport and restaurants!"
United States
Richard
The price is ￥19,278
￥21,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

19. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
10.1 km from Woodland Heights
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (824 reviews)
"Nice breakfast very clean and well maintained"
United States
Maureen
The price is ￥12,569
￥14,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
7.9 km from Woodland Heights
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (684 reviews)
"Clean hotel, breakfast was good, room was very comfortable. Nice hotel, enjoyed our stay"
United States
nola
The price is ￥19,296
￥21,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
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Where to stay in Woodland Heights

Find the best Woodland Heights areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
The entrance to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with a large dome structure in the background.

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.

A sign reading "Historic East Village" with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.

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.

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
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.

The exterior and interior of Mars Cafe, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a red interior with hanging lights and artwork.
Photo by Eric Mondres
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.

A paved road flanked by trees and bushes, leading into the distance.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill

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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

Top Woodland Heights Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful rooms. Very clean. Classy hotel"
Tammy 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What is Woodland Heights like?
Travelers to the Woodland Heights neighborhood in Des Moines will be sure to enjoy their stay.
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How many hotels are there in Woodland Heights?
If you're searching for places to stay in Des Moines, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 21 Woodland Heights hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Woodland Heights, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Woodland Heights.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Woodland Heights?
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What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?
Terrace Hill, Black Cultural Center, and La Casa Cultural Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Woodland Heights. While you're out sightseeing, Hoyt Sherman Place and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are a couple of additional sights to visit in Des Moines.