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Discover 772 Western Gateway hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1016)
"Great stay"
The price is ₩193,978
₩217,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
Free WiFi

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19)
"We really enjoyed our stay! Extremely clean, all of the staff we encountered were very friendly and the breakfast was amazing! "
The price is ₩162,808
₩182,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1568)
"Good place to stay for a night."
The price is ₩132,751
₩148,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (453)
"It was good for a night and the breakfast was good. "
The price is ₩126,086
₩141,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
Indoor pool

Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Good place to stay for the price"
The price is ₩105,199
₩117,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Front of property

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (868)
"Nice clean hotel, staff was friendly, all amenities worked and were as described. Thanks for the pleasant stay!"
The price is ₩136,508
₩152,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (830)
"Clean rooms, delicious free breakfast, plenty of parking"
The price is ₩107,064
₩119,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Terrace/patio

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (400)
"Great service Thank you "
The price is ₩92,870
₩104,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Indoor pool

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (884)
"Conveniently off the highway and easy to find. "
The price is ₩122,732
₩137,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Exterior

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1005)
"I likes this motel because it was very clean and very friendly and very safe to stay this is my second time staying here and I would stay here again"
The price is ₩90,783
₩101,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

2.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (152)
"Internet connection is not the best but it works"
The price is ₩222,643
₩249,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Lobby

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (667)
"Very convenient location and Rhonda made check-in very easy"
The price is ₩107,453
₩120,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (810)
"The staff were friendly and the rooms were clean. "
The price is ₩176,723
₩197,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
Exterior

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Very well kept friendly workers felt safe nice rooms"
The price is ₩87,527
₩98,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Indoor pool, sun loungers

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (779)
"Clean, quiet, convenient to shopping and restaurants. "
The price is ₩111,196
₩124,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Exterior

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (992)
"property is a little dated, but clean and staff is friendly."
The price is ₩132,473
₩148,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (682)
"Very clean, quiet and safe!"
The price is ₩98,353
₩110,155 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Property amenity

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (667)
"flew into Des Moines for the Knoxville nationals and this was an ideal location for our stay and would return again"
The price is ₩176,236
₩197,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Lobby sitting area

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (721)
"Very nice clean and safe - Great for an extended stay - kitchen in room and room was very spacious "
The price is ₩117,221
₩138,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
Courtyard

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (743)
"Such a great stay! "
The price is ₩123,998
₩138,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
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Where to stay in Western Gateway

Find the best Western Gateway 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 map

Downtown Des Moines

7 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 map

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 map

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a cascade
Capitol Park map

Capitol Park

While Capitol Park isn't home to many top sights, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building are some notable places to visit nearby.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole
Greater South Side map

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 Western Gateway Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Bed was starting to dip in the middle Food was good for breakfast"
Tina 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is Western Gateway like?

Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Des Moines's Western Gateway neighborhood. Be sure to check out John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park as part of your Western Gateway travel plans.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Western Gateway?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is the highest ranked property in Western Gateway. This hotel offers a restaurant and a health club.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Western Gateway area?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations in Western Gateway to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Western Gateway, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Western Gateway.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Western Gateway?

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What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighborhood?

For cultural attractions in Western Gateway, head to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and The Temple for Performing Arts. Des Moines Public Library and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. Hoyt Sherman Place, 801 Grand, and Ruan Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Western Gateway. Polk County Courthouse and Terrace Hill are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.