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

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.6 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Erica

3.970.114 ₫

4.446.737 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.8 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Yekaterina

3.405.134 ₫

3.813.751 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A spacious living area with a large black marble fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern bar area with orange chairs.

An indoor venue with a brick wall, black chairs arranged in rows, and hanging plants.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

3. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Mark

4.411.238 ₫

4.940.585 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.1 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Jennifer

2.761.070 ₫

3.092.399 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a textured wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a no diving sign, and a pool ladder.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a TV, artwork on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

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

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Meg

3.001.730 ₫

3.361.938 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Staybridge Suites' on the facade.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and a view of the city at night through large windows.

A building entrance with a glass door, two benches outside, and a wooden ceiling.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a glass shower door.

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Dawn R.

3.314.954 ₫

3.712.748 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent '207' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Des Moines Civic Center

joseph

2.418.350 ₫

2.708.553 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

8. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Julie

3.831.252 ₫

4.419.685 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

A modern bar area with a pool table, bar stools, and a liquor display.

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a central bar area.

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Griffin

3.942.707 ₫

4.415.831 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

10. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Mary

2.231.721 ₫

4.253.582 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

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

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Des Moines Civic Center

clayton

3.749.552 ₫

4.199.498 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Mark

2.589.057 ₫

2.899.744 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

A reception area with two reception desks, a white table, and two armchairs.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Michael

3.422.755 ₫

3.833.485 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

A modern living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.

A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, a TV, and a large window with a view.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Lauren

2.761.070 ₫

3.092.399 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a modern lamp, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern conference room with a long table, white and black chairs, and a seating area with yellow ottomans.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large punch bowl, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Jayson

3.967.504 ₫

4.443.604 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.

16. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Michelle

3.403.179 ₫

3.811.561 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

RYAN

2.871.220 ₫

3.215.766 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A building with a two-story structure, featuring a balcony on the upper floor. There are multiple doors and windows on the ground floor, with a fire extinguisher visible on the right side.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television on the wall.

A yellow building with a covered outdoor area, a fire extinguisher, and a sign that says "OPEN".

18. Cozy Rest Motel

Indianola Hills, 3.1 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Tabatha

1.670.528 ₫

1.870.991 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A cityscape with a prominent building with a golden dome, surrounded by modern buildings and a highway.

19. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Cassidy

3.784.790 ₫

4.238.965 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

20. Wildwood Lodge

12.9 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Paul

2.538.942 ₫

2.843.552 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Civic Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,107 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,302 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Des Moines Civic Center Hotel Reviews

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Terrific location, great happy hour, nice staff. Would definitely stay here again"

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Had to move rooms because of the train but that was my fault for not doing better research on the property. Stayed in a room facing the garden side and it was fine as far as train noise. Rooms were nice and clean and beds comfy. We had some issues with the air and shower in room 218. Hopefully they get it fixed for the next people. Breakfast was ok. More options for breakfast would be nice. Great location and close to bars and restaurants."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Always enjoy staying at the Embassy. The location is great! Walking distance to a good Saturday Farmers Market and restaurants and bars. All staff was great except the breakfast guy making omelets. Thought he was just having a bad day but the second morning he was just as crabby and rude. Property is getting a bit worn but still nice and clean. Can't wait to stay again."

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location and historic hotel. Great food and drink option , clean rooms ."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"It was well maintained. Rooms could use a lounge chair"

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8/10 Good

"Na"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great accomodations and helpful staff!"

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great place to stay and it was clean. I was charged for a damaged side table that was damaged prior to my arrival. They investigated and realized I was not the one who damaged the side table and returned the fee they initially charged."

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean & bed comfortable. There was a nice variety for breakfast & food fresh & hot. There was always a bowl of apples sitting out which was great for a late evening snack. The location is very handy for going to the state fair. We will definitely stay here again!"

Other attractions near Des Moines Civic Center

Walnut Street Bridge

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Des Moines with a visit to Walnut Street Bridge. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World Food Prize Hall of Laureates during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

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Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Polk County Courthouse

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Polk County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Science Center of Iowa

8.8/10 (95 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Science Center of Iowa during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Ruan Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines when you take a trip to Ruan Center. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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EMC Expo Center

8.4/10 (188 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in EMC Expo Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Des Moines Civic Center?

Des Moines Civic Center is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 154 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Des Moines Civic Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Des Moines Civic Center.

What can I see and do near Des Moines Civic Center?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Science Center of Iowa, Des Moines Art Center or World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Sights like Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Walnut Street Bridge are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Des Moines Civic Center hotels

1. Des Lux Hotel

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

10. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

16. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

18. Cozy Rest Motel

19. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

20. Wildwood Lodge

Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Civic Center

Top Des Moines Civic Center Hotel Reviews

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Other attractions near Des Moines Civic Center

Walnut Street Bridge

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market

Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater

Polk County Courthouse

Science Center of Iowa

Ruan Center

EMC Expo Center

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