A street lined with brick buildings, parked cars, and hanging flower baskets.

Find hotels in Historic East Village, Des Moines

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

This weekend
Aug 28 - Aug 30
Next weekend
Sep 4 - Sep 6

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Selecting then applying a filter from this group will update the results on a new page

Our top choices for Historic East Village hotels

Exterior

1. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Loved breakfast, happy hour and the pool. Very walkable neighborhood as well"
United States
Michelle
The price is ₩180,685
₩202,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Room for as clean, breakfast was great"
United States
Gerry
The price is ₩152,441
₩170,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

3. 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, (434 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff, bar on the rooftop is amazing."
United States
James
The price is ₩209,330
₩234,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Property amenity

4. 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, (679 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 ₩181,724
₩203,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Lobby sitting area

5. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 1.6 km from Historic East Village
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,105 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is ₩210,784
₩236,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Des Lux Hotel
Dinner served

6. 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, (1,298 reviews)
"Beautiful property and wonderful staff!"
United States
Susan
The price is ₩180,685
₩202,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby sitting area

7. 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, (1,010 reviews)
"Incredibly clean stay! Lovely staff."
United States
Lauren
The price is ₩146,593
₩164,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Terrace/patio

8. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was great and rooms were clean."
United States
Julie
The price is ₩203,412
₩234,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Lobby

9. 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, (1,038 reviews)
"Excellent accommodations."
United States
Mark
The price is ₩141,355
₩158,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Indoor pool, sun loungers

10. 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, (1,008 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Meg
The price is ₩152,441
₩170,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
BBQ/picnic area

11. 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, (500 reviews)
"So good staff and rooms and cookies"
United States
joseph
The price is ₩128,397
₩143,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

12. 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, (1,015 reviews)
"staff was extremely helpful"
United States
RYAN
The price is ₩152,441
₩170,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
View from property

13. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Jayson
The price is ₩199,560
₩223,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Terrace/patio

14. 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, (1,015 reviews)
"A great place to stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩146,593
₩164,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

15. 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, (1,010 reviews)
"Beautiful place easy to navigate and staff was super kind"
United States
clayton
The price is ₩199,560
₩223,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Restaurant

16. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Great location"
United States
Mark
The price is ₩223,119
₩249,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

17. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 6.4 km from Historic East Village
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,858 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful Clean room Good breakfast 😋"
United States
Arlene
The price is ₩95,123
₩106,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby

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, (676 reviews)
"Nice location"
United States
Galen
The price is ₩170,457
₩190,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Reception

19. 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, (1,013 reviews)
"This is our favorite place to stay when we go on trips"
United States
Tracy
The price is ₩145,263
₩162,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Lobby

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 10.4 km from Historic East Village
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,203 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, good breakfast"
United States
Michael
The price is ₩125,972
₩141,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties

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 Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center 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

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was great and the breakfast was good!!!"
samuel 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Wildwood Lodge

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 11-minute walk from Casey's 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.