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Des Moines History Buff's Ultimate Spa & Stay Retreat
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items This is your ultimate guide to blending historical geekery with some serious pampering in Des Moines, Iowa. We'll uncover spots where you can dive deep into the past and then float away on a cloud of relaxation. Because let’s face it, even history bu...
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Okay, straight up, this place is a former savings and loan building. Imagine this: you’re chilling in a room where people once stressed out over their savings accounts! Plus, it's dripping with that 1913 charm but with modern comforts. The sheets are...
Surety Hotel
Staying at Des Lux Hotel is like being the king of your own history-themed castle. The building has that old-world charm, and the rooms have beds so comfy you’ll think you’ve been transported to another era. After a day of historical tours, you can r...
Des Lux Hotel
This bed and breakfast is not only adorable but also over a century old! Each room is uniquely decorated, and trust me, the breakfast is to die for. Plus, it’s like stepping into a time machine with Wi-Fi! Perfect combo!
The Butler House On Grand
After a long day of wandering through historical sites, hit up Plaza Spa. This place is the Holy Grail for relaxation. Their deep tissue massage will make you feel like the king or queen of ancient times, where stress just didn’t exist.
Top 10 Best Day Spas Near Des Moines, Iowa - Yelp
Ever wanted to get a massage in a neighborhood rich with history? East Village Spa offers heavenly facials, massages, and mood-enhancing baths. After learning about old times, you’ll be pampered into blissful oblivion.
East Village Spa
Before you do your deep dive into history, get a workout in at Surety Wellness Center. Originally a savings and loan building's vault, it’s now a fitness haven where you can ponder the irony of sweating in a once money-tight place.
Surety Hotel
Alright, don’t laugh - this place is legit. It’s super close to many historical landmarks and they have free. Waffles. Need I say more? It's all the comfort you need after a day of geeking out on history.
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Walking into this newly restored gem feels like stepping back in time but with 2023 perks. Plush rooms that scream ‘luxury’ and yet, it’s like having a sleepover in a museum. Their brunch? Fit for a royal historian!
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Spa at West Glenn is where history buffs can finally chill. After exploring the city’s rich past, treat yourself to a massage that feels as revitalizing as discovering hidden treasure. Their hydrotherapy is basically a spa time machine.
The Spa at West Glen
Feeling fancy? Get a drink in the library lounge at Surety Hotel. Talk about pairing cocktails with history. It’s an elegant spot where you can sip on local craft beers while paging through books about Des Moines' storied past. Also, fantastic people...
Surety Hotel
Smack dab in the middle of all the action, Des Moines Marriott Downtown is your historical headquarters. You get modern luxury with easy access to historical sites. Plus, their rooftop pool is perfect for unwinding after a long day of being a history...
Des Moines Marriott Downtown