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

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

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

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.6 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Bobbi

RM621

RM696 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

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

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

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.8 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Kelsey

RM516

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

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

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.1 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Cassandra

RM385

RM432 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

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

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

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Brett

RM690

RM773 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, framed artwork, a reception desk, and a seating area.

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Emily

RM466

RM521 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

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

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Joe

RM466

RM522 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Charles

RM392

RM439 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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.

8. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Mary

RM313

RM625 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern indoor pool area with lounge chairs, a diving board, and a city view through large windows.

A modern lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A gym with multiple treadmills and stationary bikes, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

9. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Sweta

RM566

RM653 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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.

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Marcia

RM617

RM691 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Thomas

RM378

RM424 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

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

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

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Nicole

RM482

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

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

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

David A

RM432

RM484 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Jayson

RM588

RM659 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, television, and framed pictures on the walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a chair.

A reception area with a curved marble counter, wooden paneling, and framed artwork on the walls.

A buffet table with various dishes including chips, vegetables, and dips.

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Candy

RM533

RM596 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.

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.

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Felicia

RM449

RM503 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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".

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.

17. Cozy Rest Motel

Indianola Hills, 3.1 km from Des Moines Civic Center

V. Dale

RM284

RM318 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Debbie

RM580

RM650 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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

19. Wildwood Lodge

12.9 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Theresa

RM387

RM433 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12.4 km from Des Moines Civic Center

Jerad

RM483

RM540 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Civic Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,113 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,371 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Des Moines Civic Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"Clean room Good staff - professional and courteous Breakfast was very good with a spotless eating area Parking was not required this trip. I would recommend it’s convenience to the downtown area."

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the concierge lounge and how comfortable the bed was."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8/10 Good

"Checking in was a challenge because there were several people gathered around the couch and tv in the lobby who were very loud and noisy. It made it very hard to hear what the receptionist was asking me. Maybe having a couch there isn’t the best idea because it invites groups to gather there."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately they were doing maintenance on the outside so we were not able to use the hot tub. Nice hotel and friendly people. The shuttles guys were very helpful also."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Great location to all of downtown"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is a wonderful property. I love staying there. It is both eclectic and comfortable. And I highly recommend it."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and spacious rooms. Good breakfast and great coffee!"

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing downtown hotel! We had a beautiful corner room on the 10th floor and absolutely loved our stay. The historic charm and attention to detail throughout the entire hotel were incredible. Everywhere we looked, there was something unique to admire. We only stayed for one night, but we truly wished we could have stayed longer! The hotel offers fantastic amenities and is within walking distance of so many wonderful restaurants. Valet parking was a great convenience, and every staff member we encountered was courteous, welcoming, and friendly. We had such a wonderful experience and will definitely be back for another visit. Highly recommend!"

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

10/10 Excellent

"Clean updated hotel , lobby was great bar was nice . Shuttle ride to airport which was convenient"

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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 great live music 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 lively festivals 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 lively festivals 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 144 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Des Moines Civic Center?

Adjacent to Des Moines Civic Center, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Des Moines Civic Center?

Expedia has 144 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Des Moines Civic Center.

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 World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Science Center of Iowa or Des Moines Art Center. 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. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

9. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

17. Cozy Rest Motel

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

19. Wildwood Lodge

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

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Top Des Moines Civic Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

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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