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. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG and AC Hotel Des Moines East Village .

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.

Top Historic East Village Hotels

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A modern building with a sign that reads 'Staybridge Suites.' It features a mix of glass and brick facades, large windows, and a flat roof.

1. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village

Emily

￥19,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

2. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village

Marcia

￥26,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central water feature, multiple floors, and a seating area with a sofa and table.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village

Patty

￥22,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Historic East Village

Ana

￥16,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village

CINDY

￥20,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

6. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 1.6 km from Historic East Village

Bobbi

￥28,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

7. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1 km from Historic East Village

Jill

￥17,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

8. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from Historic East Village

Nancy

￥23,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

9. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 1.8 km from Historic East Village

Christopher

￥21,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

10. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village

Valerie

￥22,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a distinctive ceiling design.

11. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village

Brent

￥24,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.9 km from Historic East Village

Kristy

￥18,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A dog lying on a bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

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

Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Historic East Village

Juliana

￥20,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

14. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village

dinah

￥19,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

15. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 1.4 km from Historic East Village

Brett

￥26,811 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 28 - Nov 29

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

Drake, 3.8 km from Historic East Village

Cassandra

￥16,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

6.4 km from Historic East Village

Abdifatah

￥11,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

18. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

6.4 km from Historic East Village

Daisy

￥11,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A restaurant with a stone wall, multiple tables, chairs, a counter, and a television.

19. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

6.6 km from Historic East Village

Barbara

￥11,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel lobby with striped carpeting, multiple seating areas including sofas and chairs, a central dining table, and a kitchen area in the background.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

8.1 km from Historic East Village

Richard

￥21,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

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Compare popular hotels in Historic East Village

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 449 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown	3.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Des Lux Hotel	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,119 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,404 reviews	View

Where to stay in Historic East Village

Find the best Historic East Village areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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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.

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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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Drake

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

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Beaverdale

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaverdale and surrounding area, you can visit Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center.

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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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