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Top 10 Hotels Near Iowa State Fairgrounds

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1040)
"Great stay"
The price is RM588
RM658 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Enjoyed our stay! Rooms were clean and modern. Staff was courteous and helpful. East Village location is always lively but not too crowded."
The price is RM478
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Lobby lounge

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (538)
"Fast checkin, clean rooms and great breakfast."
The price is RM543
RM608 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Love staying here! The rooms are very well designed and the over service is excellent! "
The price is RM760
RM851 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (902)
"Nice hotel"
The price is RM632
RM708 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (927)
"Great overnight stay to relax and unwind after a full day of driving. "
The price is RM486
RM545 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Always a great stay here. "
The price is RM650
RM749 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (360)
"Quick check in, quiet, right across from our venue and allowed us to use parking all day for our event."
The price is RM492
RM551 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Indoor pool

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"We had a nice stay there. "
The price is RM468
RM524 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
View from property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (911)
"It was good and easy to check in "
The price is RM649
RM727 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great property and convenient location. "
The price is RM501
RM562 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Property amenity

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (505)
"The area was clean and quiet. Was there for the National Senior Olympics"
The price is RM482
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Food and drink

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (568)
"Good location for our travel and the amenities of the rooms"
The price is RM587
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (620)
"Great place to stay..!"
The price is RM499
RM559 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice place!"
The price is RM576
RM645 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1558)
"Great place to stay"
The price is RM423
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Free daily full breakfast

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (231)
"Breakfast was great"
The price is RM406
RM454 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
Reception

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (597)
"Close to airport (has a shuttle). Quiet & clean."
The price is RM560
RM628 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Front of property

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (858)
"Nice place, very clean. "
The price is RM632
RM708 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Lobby

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449)
"Clean and great staff. "
The price is RM394
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
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Top Iowa State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and modern suite room. Free full breakfast and free Mon-Wed cocktail hour with hot food. Rooms were very quiet and blackout shades were excellent. Five minutes walking distance away from downtown dining district and sports locations. Full-sized refrigerator and even had dishwasher, stovetop, cooking implements and dinner setting for four."
KIER 8-night trip
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa State Fairgrounds?

Iowa State Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 8 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Iowa State Fairgrounds?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Iowa State Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Iowa State Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given 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 best options available near Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What can I see and do near Iowa State Fairgrounds?

Science Center of Iowa, State Historical Museum of Iowa and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Learn about local history at Walnut Street Bridge and The Temple for Performing Arts. You can catch a show at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.