What is Historic East Village like?

Historic East Village is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options. Are you looking for Historic East Village travel tips? Make sure that you visit Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Historic East Village?

Based on our traveller 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 9-minute walk from Iowa Events Center, and it offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG and AC Hotel Des Moines East Village .

How many hotels are there in the Historic East Village area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Des Moines, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodation options 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 bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able 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 best deals in Historic East Village.

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 neighbourhood. 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.

Top 10 Historic East Village Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Historic East Village hotels

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

1. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village

Dawn R.

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

2. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village

Candy

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

3. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village

Lori

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Historic East Village

Mario

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village

Charles

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.9 km from Historic East Village

David A

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

7. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Historic East Village

Felicia

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

8. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1 km from Historic East Village

Michael

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Historic East Village

Meg

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

10. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village

Sweta

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.8 km from Historic East Village

Cassandra

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from Historic East Village

Nancy

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

13. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 1.8 km from Historic East Village

Kelsey

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

14. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 1.6 km from Historic East Village

Heidi

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Historic East Village

Jayson

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

16. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 6.4 km from Historic East Village

Jayson

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

17. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 6.4 km from Historic East Village

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

18. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

4.2 km from Historic East Village

Brittany

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 6.4 km from Historic East Village

Milagros

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 10.4 km from Historic East Village

Robert

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Where to stay in Historic East Village

Find the best Historic East Village areas 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

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

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The exterior and interior of Mars Cafe, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a red interior with hanging lights and artwork.

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

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A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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A paved road flanked by trees and bushes, leading into the distance.

Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Top Historic East Village Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This is a beautiful hotel - great staff, clean room, nice amenities, good breakfast. I liked that there was always someone at the front desk when I needed something. This was the first time I was ever referred to as a VIP guest, and I got a little welcome gift and a room upgrade. That made me feel pretty special! :) My 2nd night, however, I had neighbors, and I don't know if it's because my room had a connecting door or what, but I could hear everything they said and even the song they were playing on their phone, and had to turn the TV on just so I wasn’t a captive audience to their conversation!"