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Our top choices for Historic East Village hotels

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

1. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (439 reviews)
"Central hub location with cheap parking options. Was right around the corner from a concert I was seeing."
United States
Griffin
The price is ￥23,159
￥25,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

2. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Terrific location, great happy hour, nice staff. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Dawn R.
The price is ￥22,078
￥24,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

3. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Such a wonderful hotel and amazing staff and fantastic rooms!"
United States
Candy
The price is ￥19,990
￥22,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

4. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Staff was great and rooms were clean."
United States
Julie
The price is ￥22,504
￥25,960 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.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,018 reviews)
"Excellent accommodations."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥14,871
￥16,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 0.9 km from Historic East Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Incredibly clean stay! Lovely staff."
United States
Lauren
The price is ￥16,218
￥18,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

7. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 1 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (683 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 ￥20,105
￥22,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"staff was extremely helpful"
United States
RYAN
The price is ￥17,172
￥19,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"So good staff and rooms and cookies"
United States
joseph
The price is ￥14,205
￥15,909 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

10. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jayson
The price is ￥21,925
￥24,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful place easy to navigate and staff was super kind"
United States
clayton
The price is ￥20,698
￥23,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

12. 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, (1,305 reviews)
"Very nice and clean I enjoyed my stay"
United States
LaSeana
The price is ￥22,001
￥24,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

13. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 1.6 km from Historic East Village
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,094 reviews)
"I love staying here for the ambience and hot breakfast."
United States
Angela
The price is ￥26,079
￥29,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Des Lux Hotel
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

14. 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 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Meg
The price is ￥15,792
￥17,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

15. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Great location"
United States
Mark
The price is ￥25,911
￥29,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Will stay there again!!!"
United States
Ashley
The price is ￥16,306
￥18,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

17. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 6.4 km from Historic East Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was pleasant enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Crystal
The price is ￥16,532
￥18,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (678 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Galen
The price is ￥18,858
￥21,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Historic East Village
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (739 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel , close to hotel . Shuttle was great in time Would definitely stay here again"
Australia
sharen
The price is ￥20,618
￥23,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Historic East Village
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (680 reviews)
"Great clean hotel close to the airport and restaurants!"
United States
Richard
The price is ￥18,789
￥21,044 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
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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.
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 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 calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

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.

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 Historic East Village Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent
"Great place."
William 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

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 our traveler data, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic East Village. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Iowa Events Center, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG.
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 17 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 Walnut Street Bridge. World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.

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