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Our top choices for Capitol Park hotels

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

1. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 1.6 km from Capitol Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a wonderful hotel and amazing staff and fantastic rooms!"
United States
Candy
The price is 3.385.969 ₫
3.792.285 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Capitol Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Mario
The price is 2.406.121 ₫
2.694.855 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

3. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 2.6 km from Capitol Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,347 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Sonya
The price is 3.666.704 ₫
4.106.709 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

4. Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 2.4 km from Capitol Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,111 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. It is a beautiful hotel with a nice lounge, wonderful breakfast and super friendly staff."
United States
Heidi
The price is 3.950.037 ₫
4.424.249 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Des Lux Hotel
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 3.8 km from Capitol Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Comfy beds and pillows, nice breakfast"
United States
Megan
The price is 2.747.530 ₫
3.077.233 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Capitol Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Would stay there again."
United States
Meg
The price is 3.350.130 ₫
3.752.145 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

7. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 1.5 km from Capitol Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Terrific location, great happy hour, nice staff. Would definitely stay here again"
United States
Dawn R.
The price is 3.064.460 ₫
3.432.195 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

8. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 2.1 km from Capitol Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (684 reviews)
"This is a clean, pleasant, and familiar place to stay with a great location near the ballpark and Court Avenue district."
United States
Michael
The price is 3.405.446 ₫
3.814.099 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

9. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Capitol Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay! The bartenders were amazing!"
United States
Sweta
The price is 3.639.696 ₫
4.198.517 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Capitol Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (521 reviews)
"Friendly staff. I would have liked to stay longer!"
United States
Charles
The price is 2.406.121 ₫
2.694.855 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 2.1 km from Capitol Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Was good"
United States
Jesse
The price is 2.747.107 ₫
3.076.759 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

12. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.1 km from Capitol Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel will stay there again"
United States
Felicia
The price is 2.857.140 ₫
3.199.997 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Capitol Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Clean hotel, breakfast was good, room was very comfortable. Nice hotel, enjoyed our stay"
United States
nola
The price is 3.194.310 ₫
3.577.626 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

14. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.2 km from Capitol Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Exceptional hotel"
United States
Menashe
The price is 3.505.950 ₫
3.926.665 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 7.6 km from Capitol Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,831 reviews)
"Definitely would stay here again close to everything downtown"
United States
Felicia
The price is 1.722.071 ₫
1.928.719 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

16. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
12.3 km from Capitol Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,919 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel. The cottages legit feel like a resort"
United States
Justin E
The price is 2.536.906 ₫
2.841.335 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

17. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 2.3 km from Capitol Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Close to everything we needed down town."
United States
Ryan
The price is 4.388.930 ₫
4.915.602 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
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

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
2.0 star property
4 km from Capitol Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The place is very clean and the room is very cozy and we got to have some very good breakfast and that was close to the event that I was going to"
United States
Brittany
The price is 1.599.752 ₫
1.791.723 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

19. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Watrous South, 7.6 km from Capitol Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Milagros
The price is 1.611.439 ₫
1.804.812 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A multi-story hotel with a prominent logo on the facade, a parking lot, and landscaped areas with flowers.

20. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
11.1 km from Capitol Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (835 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay!!!"
United States
Robin
The price is 2.123.047 ₫
2.377.812 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
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Where to stay in Capitol Park

Find the best Capitol Park 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.

A sign reading "Historic East Village" with a clear blue sky and clouds in the background.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.

A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm

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.

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

Drake

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

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.

Top Capitol Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay, well maintained, friendly staff."
Thomas 1-night trip
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Frequently asked questions

What is Capitol Park like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Des Moines's Capitol Park neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden as part of your Capitol Park travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Capitol Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Capitol Park.
What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Capitol Park. Iowa State Capitol Building and State Historical Museum of Iowa are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Des Moines.