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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1687)
"Breakfast was good and parking was close and snow removed."
United States
Deborah
The price is RM255
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free daily continental breakfast
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed, and convenient shuttle."
United States
Cullanete
The price is RM428
RM479 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free daily buffet breakfast
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great staff very helpful. "
United States
Cleo and Michaelle
The price is RM254
RM284 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
The price is RM251
RM281 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Watrous South
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (598)
"Great staff, clean room "
United States
Kenny
The price is RM444
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Lobby
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Watrous South
7.0 out of 10, Good, (135)
"Hotel was great "
United States
Michele
The price is RM234
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
20.6 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (745)
"Great staff, good breakfast."
United States
Hans William
The price is RM384
RM430 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
20.5 km from Watrous South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (672)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is RM365
RM409 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
19.1 km from Watrous South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1530)
"Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept. "
United States
Debra
The price is RM359
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Lobby
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.9 km from Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (474)
"Breakfast good"
United States
John
The price is RM342
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
2.0 star property
18.8 km from Watrous South
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Room was very nice as the whole hotel."
United States
RONDA
The price is RM261
RM293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
Front of property
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (944)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff."
United States
LaDonna
The price is RM380
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.5 km from Watrous South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (905)
"Room was very clean and staff was professional."
United States
LARRY
The price is RM255
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Indoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Watrous South
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (963)
"good place to stay"
United States
Tammy
The price is RM323
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Lobby
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Watrous South
7.8 out of 10, Good, (700)
"Room was warm and clean; the bed and pillows were very comfortable. (We stayed in the winter) The staff were courteous and the dining area was clean with breakfast well stocked. We had requested a quiet room on the third floor and the staff were happy to accommodate this. The hotel is older but well kept. If you are traveling on a budget, this is all you need!"
United States
Donna
The price is RM275
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
17.1 km from Watrous South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (850)
"Finding a nice place to stay when traveling for work can be hi or miss. This is in the top three places that I have stayed while on the road. Great place to stay "
United States
Justin
The price is RM461
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Lobby lounge
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
2.5 star property
17 km from Watrous South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (565)
"Polite staff and very clean"
United States
Melissa
The price is RM461
RM517 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Exterior
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
2.0 star property
9.6 km from Watrous South
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Nothing fancy, but the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was friendly. I'd stay here again,"
United States
Teri
The price is RM237
RM266 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
Exterior
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
3.0 star property
20.2 km from Watrous South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (540)
"Location, easy check in, welcoming vibe. "
United States
Denise
The price is RM340
RM381 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Courtyard Marriott Ankeny
Indoor pool, pool loungers
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
3.0 star property
20 km from Watrous South
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (829)
"Rooms are clean, staff are friendly, breakfast was good, and the pool and hot tub were great. A perfect stay in my opinion."
United States
Morgan
The price is RM323
RM362 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
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Where to stay in Watrous South

Find the best Watrous South areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum showing a city, landscape views and a skyscraper

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

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

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

Top Watrous South Hotel Reviews

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent, all around! "
Sydney 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is Watrous South like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Des Moines's Watrous South neighbourhood has to offer.
What's the best accommodation in Watrous South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is the highest ranked property in Watrous South. This hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other favourite options in the area include Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Watrous South?
With 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Watrous South to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Des Moines area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Watrous South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Watrous South.
What can I see and do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Museum and Air Lanes Bowling Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Watrous South. When you're sightseeing in Des Moines, A. H. Blank Golf Course and Southridge Mall are also worth a stop.

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