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Free daily continental breakfast
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed, and convenient shuttle."
United States
Cullanete
The price is ￥17,055
￥19,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free daily buffet breakfast
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Great staff very helpful. "
United States
Cleo and Michaelle
The price is ￥9,824
￥11,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
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Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (601)
"Beautiful updated room. We had breakfast at the resturant and it was incredible"
United States
Stacy J
The price is ￥19,548
￥21,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Staff was very helpful."
United States
Ronda
The price is ￥9,703
￥10,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1692)
"Breakfast was good and parking was close and snow removed."
United States
Deborah
The price is ￥9,852
￥11,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Watrous South
7.0 out of 10, Good, (137)
"Hotel was great "
United States
Michele
The price is ￥9,148
￥10,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2026
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.4 km from Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is ￥15,794
￥17,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Reception
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
2.5 star property
19 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (614)
"I stay here 1x a year when I head to Wisconsin for holiday. I like there is a coffee shop/restaurant next store plus I feel very safe when I walk my dog at night. "
United States
Brenda
The price is ￥13,292
￥14,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Sleep Inn Waukee-West 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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
15.3 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Friendly staff, great location, beds could be better. "
United States
Shelley
The price is ￥13,761
￥15,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Lobby sitting area
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
23 km from Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (714)
"Slept well. Comfortable beds and great room "
United States
Vickie
The price is ￥12,801
￥14,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 6.1 km from Watrous South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is ￥22,254
￥24,925 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby sitting area
The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
13.3 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (757)
"Six girl cousins spent Friday night for our annual get together. Perfect hotel for the get together. So nice."
United States
Tracey
The price is ￥24,236
￥27,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
3.5 star property
13.8 km from Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Shane
The price is ￥15,794
￥17,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 6.7 km from Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1040)
"Great atmosphere and quiet rooms."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ￥17,824
￥19,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
2.5 star property
20.1 km from Watrous South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"A bit of a dated hotel. Breakfast was limited and if you dont go when it is first put out you are out of luck. You have to request house keeping. That was not explained at check in. Good value overall"
United States
Michael
The price is ￥12,992
￥14,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Lounge
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 7 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is ￥21,134
￥23,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Lobby
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 star property
15.8 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is ￥11,799
￥13,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Exterior
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
3.0 star property
15.8 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Easy friendly check in. "
United States
Lisa
The price is ￥13,336
￥14,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
Two queens bedroom suite | Minibar
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Watrous South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (762)
"We were very impressed with the suite. We enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi. The bartender was very friendly, professional and made the experience so much fun"
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥15,901
￥17,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West
Breakfast and dinner served, American cuisine
Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Watrous South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (695)
"Thanks it was a great stay."
United States
Lotis
The price is ￥15,341
￥17,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive
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Where to stay in Watrous South

Find the best Watrous South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper and a city

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

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.

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.

Drake

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

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

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 Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Watrous South Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were cheerful and helpful. Clean room! Courtyard fountain very soothing after a long day of travel. Airport shuttle is literally 24 hours, they came to get me late at night in a storm bc they are so close to the airport. "
Christina 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is Watrous South like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Des Moines's Watrous South neighborhood has to offer.
What's a favorite place to stay in Watrous South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the highest ranked property in Watrous South. 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 find in the Watrous South area?
With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Watrous South 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 Watrous South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals in Watrous South.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Watrous South?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Watrous South, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?
Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Museum, and Air Lanes Bowling Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Watrous South. When you're sightseeing in Des Moines, A. H. Blank Golf Course and Southridge Mall are also worth a stop.