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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A snack display with various packaged foods and a sign indicating a peak inside for personal items.
A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
19.7 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Christy
RM436
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern cafe with seating arrangements, a coffee machine, and a television.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a table, and a chair.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
19.6 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
rick
RM421
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a blue ceiling, and a 'Poolside is my vibe' sign on the wall.
A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

3. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
19.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
todd m
RM419
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large television mounted on the wall.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a seating area, and a bathroom with a bathtub.
A clean, well-lit restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with various food items and condiments, and a refrigerator with a Pepsi logo.

4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
15.1 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
William
RM257
RM288 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.
A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a bathroom with a bathtub.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and multiple seating areas around the pool.
An indoor pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
18.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Austin
RM278
RM311 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a microwave.
A hallway with a green wall, a wooden floor, a mirror, and a reception desk.
A person operating a front-loading washing machine in a laundromat with multiple machines.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.

6. WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
19 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Kendra
RM265
RM297 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
A two-story building with a green roof and beige walls, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole with an American flag.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a lamp, a microwave, and a remote control.
A hotel hallway with carpeted floors and doors on both sides.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, a framed picture, and a plant.

7. Colfax Inn

Colfax Inn
15.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Deano
RM232
RM259 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Colfax Inn
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Breakfast included
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Pet-friendly
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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
9.2
Wonderful
738 reviews
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A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
9.0
Wonderful
830 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
9.2
Wonderful
105 reviews
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A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
7.6
Good
629 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
7.8
Good
1,000 reviews
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Top Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel and a great breakfast"
Donald 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

8/10 Good
"The location and room were great. The staff was even better. It was end of summer season next to amusement park, so it looked like a lot of traffic had been through."
Claire 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms are nice and clean. The staff is very friendly. The treadmills were out if order."
Misty 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8/10 Good
"location. street parking"
Shelly 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

8/10 Good
"Clean room, friendly staff, sufficient breakfast, very good as expected"
Laurel 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
Edward 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

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Toad Valley Golf Course

5.0/10 (2 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Toad Valley Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
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Trainland U.S.A.

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Trainland U.S.A. during your trip to Colfax. Discover the countryside in this trendy area.
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Copper Creek Golf Course

6.6/10 (7 reviews)
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Cinemark Altoona

You can take time to visit Cinemark Altoona during your travels to Altoona. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.
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Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

7.4/10 (3 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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Valle Drive In

7.4/10 (19 reviews)
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Valle Drive In in Newton. You'll find more to see and do in this trendy area.
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Westwood Municipal Golf Course

7.0/10 (8 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Newton at Westwood Municipal Golf Course. Discover the countryside in this trendy area.
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Jasper County Historical Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Jasper County Historical Museum during your travels in Newton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge?
Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is located in Prairie City. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge?
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Other good choices around the area include My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA and Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge.