Merle Hay, IA
Des Moines
Popular places to visit
Adventureland
Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Iowa State Capitol Building
A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.
Des Moines Art Center
Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.
Living History Farms
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.
Merle Hay Hotel Deals
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Room was clean, bedding comfortable, breakfast was good and location was good
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Clean room
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Old outside appearance but when you get inside the room was like brand new. Super clean. Staff accommodated the hockey equipment of the boys. Great experience!
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Merle Hay
Beaverdale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beaverdale and surrounding area, you can visit Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Waveland Park
While visiting Waveland Park, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course.
Lovington
Lovington is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Merle Hay Mall, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Waterbury
While Waterbury isn't home to many top sights, Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Drake
If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.
North of Grand
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North of Grand and surrounding area, you can visit Des Moines Community Playhouse and Salisbury House.
