Top 10 Hotels Near Water Works Park in Des Moines for 2026

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

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 4 km from Water Works Park

Cassandra

RM423 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

2. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

8.8 km from Water Works Park

Merlin

RM384 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

3. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

10.5 km from Water Works Park

Robert

RM416 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

4. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

9.3 km from Water Works Park

Kelly

RM457 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.

5. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

11.5 km from Water Works Park

Dorenda

RM423 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3.8 km from Water Works Park

Abdifatah

RM295 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern lounge area with a wooden table, bar stools, and seating.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

12 km from Water Works Park

Robin

RM407 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

8.9 km from Water Works Park

Nicholas

RM398 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

9.9 km from Water Works Park

Dennis

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

10. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

16.8 km from Water Works Park

gary

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

11. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

15.3 km from Water Works Park

Manilla

RM379 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

12. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

16.6 km from Water Works Park

Jennifer

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16.2 km from Water Works Park

Jeffrey

RM500 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

14. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 5.2 km from Water Works Park

Breanna

RM415 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

15. Wildwood Lodge

9.4 km from Water Works Park

Akacia

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5.8 km from Water Works Park

Larry

RM468 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

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

17. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 4.2 km from Water Works Park

Bobbi

RM738 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

18. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 3.9 km from Water Works Park

Christopher

RM569 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A modern hotel with a distinctive roof structure and a prominent 'HOTELS' sign.

19. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

15.5 km from Water Works Park

Julie

RM404 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern facade, stone exterior, and illuminated signage.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

11.7 km from Water Works Park

Susan

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Water Works Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 182 reviews	View
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,157 reviews	View
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Top Water Works Park Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"We spent one night here, on the drive from Colorado to Ohio. The hotel is clean, quiet, well maintained and easily accessed from I-80. The late night front desk staff was great. Our room was clean and had all of the amenities we needed. We REALLY appreciate the fee for a dog being only $10. Breakfast was decent. More plant based options would be appreciated. We would definitely consider staying there again."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"No issues what so ever. The check in and check out process were very fast and efficient. All staff were extremely friendly. The room was clean and larger than expected. Parking across the street was less expensive than originally thought, $7 instead of $10. The entrance was a little congested for a check in right before 4 pm, but they had an attendant that was moving cars through and even asked for my keys to move my car if needed while I went inside."

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I. loved the very clean room, excellent pillows, amazing bathroom lighting, and the fact that even with a full hotel, elevators were coming quickly. The food at our luncheon and banquet was meh, but that was ok. Bathrooms at our convention got dirty and should have been serviced between our breaks, but otherwise everything was very good. One problem however, we reserved a room with two queens and they gave us a king, so we cancelled our reservation and came back by Expedia. A bit more pricey, but still fine."

Other attractions near Water Works Park

An arched stone doorway with a black door, surrounded by hexagonal tiles and snow on the ground.

Salisbury House

8.6/10 (45 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Des Moines with a stop at Salisbury House. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Water Works Park?

Water Works Park is located in Des Moines. You'll find 372 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Water Works Park?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Water Works Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Water Works Park?

Expedia has 372 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Water Works Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Water Works Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Water Works Park.

What can I see and do near Water Works Park?

Study the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa or World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Temple Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for Water Works Park hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

2. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

3. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

4. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

5. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

6. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

10. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

11. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

12. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

14. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

15. Wildwood Lodge

16. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

17. Des Lux Hotel

18. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

19. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

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Top Water Works Park Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Other attractions near Water Works Park

Salisbury House

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