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 Central Assembly of God Church, Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Iowa State Capitol, Clarkson (historical) and Carlisle City Fire Department.
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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Taco John's ( Dining / Mexican ). Taco John's recipes combine hearty helpings of seasoned meats, crispy Potato Oles, and flavorful cheeses with fresh-made Mexican specialties like burritos, tacos, and quesadillas. All topped off with bold sauces, spices and salsas.
www.tacojohns.com 
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
Iowa Beef Steak House ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 1201 East Euclid Avenue. "The best exemplar of an unusual Hawkeye State trope: Customers can cook their steaks themselves on a large charcoal grill." - Money magazine, which nominated Iowa Beef Steakhouse as one of the top 8 steakhouses in the nation.
www.iowabeefsteakhouse.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
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
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
Closed or unlisted properties
- Carter House Inn closed or delisted.
Renamed properties
- Quality Inn at 5231 Fleur Drive may have been previously known as Comfort Inn
- Sonesta Essential at 4755 Merle Hay Road may have been previously known as Econo Lodge or Super 8
- Super 8 at 11414 Forest Avenue may have been previously known as Heartland Inn Des Moines West
- Days Inn at 1901 Hackley Avenue may have been previously known as Heartland Inn Des Moines Airport
- Red Roof Inn Des Moines at 5020 Northeast 14th Street may have been previously known as Rodeway 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
- Baymont by Wyndham at 4685 Northeast 14th Street may have been previously known as Travelodge
- Des Lux Hotel at 800 Locust Street may have been previously known as 800 Locust or The Suites of 800 Locust Hotel
- 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
- Americinn at 1920 Hackley Avenue may have been previously known as Super 8
- Doubletree By Hilton at 6800 Fleur Drive may have been previously known as Radisson Hotel
- Embassy Suites at 101 East Locust Street may have been previously known as Des Moines On The River
- Sonesta Simply Suites at 7625 Office Plaza Drive North may have been previously known as Candlewood Suites
- Quality Inn at 4950 Northeast 14th Street may have been previously known as Red Roof Inn or Comfort Inn