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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
Greater South Side
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,753 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly. Property is old but very clean and beds were very comfortable. "
United States
Matthew
The price is ￥10,402
￥11,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free daily buffet breakfast

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Greater South Side
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"clean rooms, very polite and helpful staff. hot tub and pool were amazing. "
United States
DiJionee
The price is ￥10,073
￥11,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Reception

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Greater South Side
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice hotel thats close to the airport with shuttle service to take you to and from the airport."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥9,419
￥10,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Reception

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Greater South Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Marc
The price is ￥18,303
￥20,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Greater South Side
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (630 reviews)
"Wonderful stay beautiful place Staff was sp helpful"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ￥16,305
￥18,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Gift shop

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
2.5 star property
7.6 km from Greater South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Beautiful room, lots pf room with a great breakfast. Only issue we gad is big lack of water pressure with the shower wand. Great staff. Really liked the open concept. "
United States
Mary
The price is ￥13,500
￥15,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
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 Greater South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely facility and would stay again. "
United States
Sandra
The price is ￥15,355
￥17,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Basic Double Room | Free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
14.5 km from Greater South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (550 reviews)
"Good hotel nice clea"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥12,054
￥13,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny
3.0 star property
18.1 km from Greater South Side
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (89 reviews)
"Very clean, nice hotel. Staff was friendly."
United States
Lena
The price is ￥16,745
￥18,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny
Lobby

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.8 km from Greater South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (694 reviews)
"Very nice place, clean, quiet, and good breakfast. "
United States
David
The price is ￥15,398
￥17,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola
2.5 star property
20.9 km from Greater South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (444 reviews)
"We found every aspect of the stay very good. The great breakfast is what keeps us coming back."
United States
Dean
The price is ￥14,454
￥16,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Exterior

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
18 km from Greater South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was clean and the breakfast was good"
United States
Melissa
The price is ￥12,537
￥14,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Lobby

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 6.2 km from Greater South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,173 reviews)
"Great staff. Great stay"
United States
James
The price is ￥13,107
￥14,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Front of property

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Greater South Side
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 ￥11,989
￥13,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Wildwood Lodge
Exterior

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Greater South Side
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (553 reviews)
"Courteous staff, clean rooms!!!"
United States
Kristi
The price is ￥14,666
￥16,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Bar (on property)

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

Tru By Hilton Ankeny
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Greater South Side
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Smooth check in and check out, room was clean"
United States
Kolten
The price is ￥14,149
￥15,847 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Tru By Hilton Ankeny
Indoor pool

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Greater South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Clean room, Staff, Amenities"
United States
karounna
The price is ￥15,672
￥17,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.5 km from Greater South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (641 reviews)
"Very impressed at the cleanliness and hotel amenities for the price"
United States
Donna
The price is ￥14,666
￥16,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
18.8 km from Greater South Side
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Big room, friendly staff, gym had free weights up to 75 lbs"
United States
Albert
The price is ￥15,577
￥17,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
15.3 km from Greater South Side
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (783 reviews)
"Great facilities and friendly staff."
United States
Kenneth
The price is ￥7,663
￥8,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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Compare popular hotels in Greater South Side

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,753 reviews
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Reception
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,003 reviews
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Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
8.0
Very Good
1,003 reviews
View
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
8.2
Very Good
630 reviews
View
Free daily buffet breakfast
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
7.4
Good
1,005 reviews
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Where to stay in Greater South Side

Find the best Greater South Side areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Greater South Side
Learn more about Greater South Side
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden, signage and modern architecture

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.

View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown
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.

Historic East Village which includes signage

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.

Checked out the Mars Cafe in Des Moines, IA. Great spot with good seating, wifi, and a pretty good latte. Nice flavor to the espresso. A good spot for a light lunch wit good sandwiches. If I have to be in Iowa it's nice to find a good coffee joint.
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.

Western Gateway sunrise aerial looking downtown over Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Krause Gateway Center.

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Top Greater South Side Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Even though it was spring break and there were like 1,235 kids there, breakfast and the evening snacks were well stocked. And the three adult beverages were very much appreciated. Staff was attentive and kept their cool. "
mona 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Greater South Side?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Des Moines's Greater South Side neighborhood. Consider a visit to Gray's Lake Park as part of your Greater South Side travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Greater South Side?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the highest ranked property in Greater South Side. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other favorite options in the area include Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Greater South Side?
With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Greater South Side to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Des Moines area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Greater South Side, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Greater South Side.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Greater South Side?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Greater South Side, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Des Moines neighborhood?
Gray's Lake Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Greater South Side. While you're out sightseeing, Air Lanes Bowling Center and Lauridsen Amphitheater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Des Moines.

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