Capitol Park

Des Moines

Des Moines Botanical Center showing a waterfall
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a pond
Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a park as well as an individual female
Capitol Park
Des Moines Botanical Center showing a garden

Popular places to visit

Des Moines Botanical Center featuring a garden and interior views

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Adventureland

Adventureland

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Adventureland
Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

Principal Park
Iowa State Capitol Building showing a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Living History Farms

Living History Farms

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Living History Farms
Des Moines Art Center showing art and interior views

Des Moines Art Center

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

Des Moines Art Center

Capitol Park Hotel Deals

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $199 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
CA $199
CA $223 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"The hotel is in a lovely, old building with great architecture. The room was clean. The bathroom was in disrepair with the shower head hanging in a broken bracket, which fell a few times in the middle of the night, waking us up. The faucet fixtures had the cover rings just hanging off the wall. The ..."

Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $111 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
CA $111
CA $124 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great I-80 travel stop for a good night rest
"This is a really easy access hotel if you're traveling I-80. The hotel was very clean and smelled nice and the desk staff helped me with a quick check-in. They even came around the desk to say hello to my Doberman traveling with me. The room was clean and the A/C was already set to a nice cool which ..."

Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $101 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
CA $101
CA $113 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,580 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on Sep. 8, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $135 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
CA $135
CA $151 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,754 reviews)
"Enjoyed the large room. Huge bed. Lovely hot tub. Fireplace was great. Room was super clean. However they missed the wasp nest in the window (we noticed and shut the window do they couldn't get in the room). And that our soap and shampoo were all empty. Otherwise in the Cottages it was great. Loved ..."

Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3 out of 5
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $154 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
CA $154
CA $172 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (984 reviews)
"Room and facilities were very clean and well kept. I thought the hotel must be fairly new because of its condition. Asked the desk clerk how old the hotel was and she replied”5 years”. Good job!"

Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2025

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
The price is CA $74 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
CA $74
CA $86 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"So far this property is clean, updated and the front staff lady is beyond welcoming and friendly!!"

Reviewed on Sep. 7, 2025

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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Other neighbourhoods around Capitol Park

Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

Historic East Village
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring a city, a high-rise building and landscape views

Downtown Des Moines

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.

Downtown Des Moines
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Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while in the area.

Court District
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park featuring a high-rise building, a city and a park

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Western Gateway
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Columbus Park

Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
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Woodland Heights

While Woodland Heights might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hoyt Sherman Place and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Woodland Heights

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