Polk City
Travel Guide
Visit Polk City
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
"The coolest hotel with so much character. Staff were amazing, very friendly and helpful. Room was perfect. Clean, fresh and great view. Breakfast was delicious. The sandwich and coffee were great. Walking distance to many other restaurants. This will be the hotel I stay at in Des Moines from now ..."
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Staff was friendly. Bed and pillows were comfortable. Bathroom and room were clean but our room smelled like mildew."
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University
"Great place to stay near ISU campus."
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
"Great location, easy check in, will definitely come back"
Reviewed on 3 May, 2026
Popular places to visit
Jordan Creek Town Center
You can do some window-shopping at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening in Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Iowa State Capitol Building
A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.
