Saylorville Travel Guide
Des Moines
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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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Iowa State Capitol Building
After visiting Iowa State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in Saylorville
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
"The Waterpark is pretty good and oie kids had fun. The rooms smell and are not the greatest. Beds were decent and we slept well. The price is inexpensive...and the Waterpark being included was great. But if I would have known the state of the rooms I would have made reservations elsewhere."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Nice Place"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
"Things were generally clean but room showed some aging. Toilet flushing wasn't the greatest but we made it work. Sink handle seemed like it could use some lubrication. Hotel generally ok."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
"Elevator was broken lots of people trying to use 1 elevator"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Des Lux Hotel
"The property location is good. The property is very well decorated. Breakfast was very good with many choices. The bar was closed so no comment on that."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
"They have been renovating and things are kind of a mess. Pool being worked on. 2nd floor under renovation. 1st floor still needs done. Only 3rd floor done. No wash cloths in our room the first night. No hot water 2nd day in the afternoon. Had to take a cold shower. One of these things is no big deal ..."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Saylorville
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.
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.
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.
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
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.
