The Best Hotels Closest to Badger Creek State Recreation Area in Van Meter - 2026 Updated Prices

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A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Wildwood Lodge

18.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Theresa

2.300.962 ₫

2.577.077 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

2. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

18.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

William

2.235.341 ₫

2.503.634 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

3. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

20.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Merlin

2.177.129 ₫

2.438.385 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, and a wall-mounted TV.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, chairs, a TV screen, and a poster on the wall.

A hotel corridor with a reception desk, a microwave, two chairs, and a TV screen displaying a promotional message.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a prominent '6' sign on the building.

4. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

15.5 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

petro

1.629.677 ₫

1.825.269 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar stools, a counter with a menu, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel with a curved exterior, stone facade, and a patio area with outdoor seating.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee table.

5. Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

13.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Pedro

2.623.224 ₫

2.938.011 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area.

6. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

14.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Dennis

2.354.352 ₫

2.636.875 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern living room with a fireplace, green upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a vending machine, and a decorative wall piece.

A modern bar area with a white countertop, black bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

20.5 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Nicholas

2.254.227 ₫

2.524.733 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and tiled walls.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a brick wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A bar area with a granite countertop, multiple refrigerators, and bar stools.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

14.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Christie

2.836.865 ₫

3.177.288 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living area with a central island, seating arrangements, and a view into the adjacent dining area.

A patio area with outdoor seating and a fire feature.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a grey headboard.

A bar area with multiple tables and chairs, shelves with decorative items, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

9. The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

14.2 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Diane

4.156.337 ₫

4.655.098 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

A lobby with a brown sofa, grey armchairs, a small round table, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, a large apple-shaped sign, and a kitchen display.

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

13.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Joshua

2.638.944 ₫

2.955.617 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, bar stools, round tables, and comfortable seating.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a television screen displaying a news program.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a chair, a small table, and two bedside lamps.

11. West Des Moines Marriott

15.7 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Sandra

3.615.200 ₫

4.049.024 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a framed picture on the wall, a sink, and a microwave.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large blue accent wall.

A snack display area with a variety of treats and a refrigerated section.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with stone and brick facade.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

14 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Cynthia

2.616.953 ₫

2.930.988 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.

A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

18.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Tamara

1.913.234 ₫

2.142.822 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a sign above the entrance, and a covered walkway.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a brown sofa, a small armchair, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A bar area with a stone wall, a TV mounted on the wall, and a refrigerator.

14. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

16.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Joseph

3.026.765 ₫

3.390.008 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

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

18.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Dennis

2.093.562 ₫

2.344.790 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bathroom with a white sink, black shelving, and a cityscape mural on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a decorative wall piece.

A corner seating area with a blue sofa, a small round table, and a colorful rug.

16. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

13 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Gina

2.367.805 ₫

2.651.942 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a floral mural.

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and tables, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

17. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

15.2 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

John

1.664.087 ₫

1.863.778 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, modern lighting fixtures, a leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, a round wooden table, and a staircase.

18. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

19.8 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Julie

2.927.676 ₫

3.278.997 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

A buffet setup with various food items, a toaster, and a coffee station.

A reception area with a central counter, two bar stools, and a wall with illuminated panels.

A bathroom with a round mirror, wooden cabinets, and a towel rack with white towels.

19. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

19.8 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Barbara

3.373.191 ₫

3.777.974 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

A Hampton Inn hotel with a brick facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a clear entrance.

A brick building with outdoor seating and large windows.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.

20. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

16.3 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Jesus

2.287.085 ₫

2.561.535 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,220 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 1,201 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA	7.8 Good 1,085 reviews	View
Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek	8.8 Excellent 982 reviews	View

Top Badger Creek State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay after a concert"

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely front desk ladies. Room 101 was a suite and first impression was that it was very clean and the carpet was pristine. The room felt like a premium lodge/cabin and very homey with the heater on for us. Comfy bed. Soft sheets. Good pillows. Breakfast was light and good quality."

Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

8/10 Good

"Breakfast is great here! Love that there's a kitchen in the rooms, and a ceiling fan, which is a game changer in a hotel stay. I've had a few good stays here but I was on a different floor this last time and the room wasn't as maintained, some things were visibly broken and the remote for the TV was missing. they had no way to get another remote when I asked about it, so the TV was unusable the whole stay. That was a first, hopefully won't happen again! Would still stay again, maybe just not on that floor again, ha."

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were always quite helpful!"

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

8/10 Good

"Liked the nice large space but the air condition system was too noisy."

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

10/10 Excellent

"We had a nice room during our stay. Breakfast was delicious each morning. This hotel is close to many stores and restaurants in the area."

Other attractions near Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Trindle Park

Trindle Park is just one of the places to see in Van Meter, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Bob Feller Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Bob Feller Museum during your travels in Van Meter. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Van Meter Public Library

After visiting Van Meter Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Van Meter. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Van Meter City Hall

After visiting Van Meter City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Van Meter. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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West Grand Golf

8.2/10 (34 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at West Grand Golf. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex

After visiting The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Des Moines. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Whisper Point Park

After visiting Whisper Point Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Des Moines. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Our top choices for Badger Creek State Recreation Area hotels

1. Wildwood Lodge

2. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

4. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

5. Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

6. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

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

8. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

9. The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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

11. West Des Moines Marriott

12. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

14. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

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

16. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

17. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

18. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

19. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

20. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

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Top Badger Creek State Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge

Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

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

Other attractions near Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Trindle Park

Bob Feller Museum

Van Meter Public Library

Van Meter City Hall

West Grand Golf

The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex

Whisper Point Park

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