Places to stay in Des Moines, Iowa
We currently have 51 accommodations in and around Des Moines. There are also other regional listings available for Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels, Campgrounds and other properties. You can filter these listings by the available types.
Greater Des Moines boasts a vibrant arts scene and a collection of cultural events that invite you to explore their creative side. Cultural expression and a commitment to the arts remains an imporatant part of the city's vibrancy. With so many ways to enjoy the arts, you might want to stay an extra day or two! Local restaurants include Buzzard Billy's, Lola's Fine Kitchen, Northern Lights Pizza, and Taco John's.
If you are travelling in the area, Des Moines is located close to Medbury Hall, Mallys Weh-Weh Neh-Kee Park, Roosevelt High School, Muchikinock Creek and First Grace Brethern Church.
The center of Des Moines ( which is at is longitude -93°37'15.6 and latitude 41°35'53.52 ) is located 5 miles away from West Des Moines, 6 miles away from Urbandale, 6 miles away from Clive and 6 miles away from Pleasant Hill.
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Centro Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1007 Locust Street. Conveniently located in downtown Des Moines, within the restored Temple for Performing Arts, lives one of the city's most popular restaurants, CENTRO (pronounced chen-tro and translated means city center). The urban eatery specializes in serving delicious Italian inspired food featuring fresh ingredients and masterful preparation by Chef George Formaro. CENTRO'S lively, casual yet upscale atmosphere make it perfect for dining with family, friends, clients and business associates.
www.centrodining.com 
Chicago Speakeasy ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 1520 Euclid Avenue. For over 32 years, locally owned Chicago Speakeasy has been serving succulent prime rib, hand cut steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, ribs, chops and sandwiches. With our famous salad bar featuring over 50 homemade items, there is definitely something for everyone!
Our cozy and casual atmosphere combined with our legendary food and service makes the Speakeasy a place that you will bring your friends and family again and again!
www.chicagospeakeasyrestaurant.com
Splash Seafood Bar And Grill ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 303 Locust Street. The best place in Des Moines to enjoy fresh fish, oysters, and hand cut steaks all in a fun and vibrant surrounding. Stop in to the Oyster bar for some of the freshest original menu items or our famous clam chowder. The oyster bar has a nice casual feel and is open for lunch and dinner.
www.splash-seafood.com
Latin King Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 2200 Hubbell Avenue. Tursi's Latin King Italian Restaurant has been a hallmark of quality traditional Italian dining in Des Moines for over 50 years.
www.tursislatinking.com
Baratta's Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 2320 South Union Street. With two locations and our catering service, Baratta's is always an option for lunch, dinner, or that special event.
Baratta's is committed to serving only the best in Italian and American cuisine.
Our food is made daily from fresh ingredients, which is no small task because we have a huge menu offering our customers a wide variety of tempting dishes. Baratta's staff is busy creating fresh and delicious meals for the neighborhood and city we love.
www.barattas.com
Los Laureles ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 1518 East Grand Avenue. Like vintage wine, Los Laureles Lodge gets better with time. Rich in legend and history, the Lodge and Restaurant reflect the colorful influence of Spanish conquistadors, tribal Indians, and a flavorful mixture of bandits, cowboys and socialites. Los Laureles Lodge is Carmel Valley's original hotel and hunting lodge. The Pacific Improvement Company acquired the lodge in 1915. During the ownership of the Pacific Improvement Company many visiting dignitaries from other countries, as well as our country, where the guests of the Del Monte Hotel were transported by tallyho coaches when there was little or no sun along the coast.
loslaureles.com
Closed or unlisted properties
- Carter House Inn closed or delisted.
Renamed properties
- Quality Inn at 4950 Northeast 14th Street may have been previously known as Red Roof Inn or Comfort Inn
- Des Lux Hotel at 800 Locust Street may have been previously known as 800 Locust or The Suites of 800 Locust Hotel
- Red Roof Inn Des Moines at 5020 Northeast 14th Street may have been previously known as Rodeway Inn
- Quality Inn at 5231 Fleur Drive may have been previously known as Comfort Inn
- Days Inn at 1901 Hackley Avenue may have been previously known as Heartland Inn Des Moines Airport
- Super 8 at 2101 Adventureland Drive may have been previously known as Settle Inn and Suites Altoona
- Comfort Inn at 929 3rd Street may have been previously known as Quality Inn
- Ramada Des Moines Airport at 1810 Army Post Road may have been previously known as Best Western Des Moines Airport Hotel
- Sterling Hotel And Suites at 11428 Forest Avenue may have been previously known as Chase Suite Hotel Des Moines
- Embassy Suites at 101 East Locust Street may have been previously known as Des Moines On The River
- Doubletree By Hilton at 6800 Fleur Drive may have been previously known as Radisson Hotel
- Baymont by Wyndham at 4685 Northeast 14th Street may have been previously known as Travelodge
- Super 8 at 11414 Forest Avenue may have been previously known as Heartland Inn Des Moines West
- Sonesta Essential at 4755 Merle Hay Road may have been previously known as Econo Lodge or Super 8
- Americinn at 1920 Hackley Avenue may have been previously known as Super 8
- Sonesta Simply Suites at 7625 Office Plaza Drive North may have been previously known as Candlewood Suites