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

A buffet setup with various food items, including fruits and cereals, and a soup station.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Galen

3.188.160 ₫

3.570.740 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, framed pictures on the wall, and a seating area with patterned cushions.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise equipment.

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

2.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Richard

3.176.496 ₫

3.557.675 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

A modern hallway with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A bar area with a polished bar counter, a variety of bottles and glasses, and a well-lit ambiance.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

2.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

sharen

3.591.994 ₫

4.023.033 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

John

1.824.768 ₫

2.043.741 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

5. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 2.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Crystal

2.614.291 ₫

2.928.005 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring a central open space with tables and chairs, surrounded by balconies and a large, colorful ceiling structure.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A multi-level indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by colorful lounge chairs and a stone wall.

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 2.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Reginald

2.954.880 ₫

3.309.465 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and two lamps.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Milagros

1.762.560 ₫

1.974.067 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.

A swimming pool with a checkered border, a sunroof, and a seating area with white tables and chairs.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

JAVIER

1.662.250 ₫

1.861.719 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A reception area with a curved glass partition, a reception desk, and a stone accent wall.

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

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, modern seating, and a distinctive blue-lit ceiling.

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Ashley

1.699.056 ₫

1.903.046 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

17.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Shazia

2.954.362 ₫

3.308.885 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

11. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 6.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Angela

3.942.432 ₫

4.415.731 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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.

12. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

6.2 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Nathan

2.316.730 ₫

2.594.738 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16.5 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Tiff

2.956.954 ₫

3.311.788 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

14. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 6.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Todd

3.273.178 ₫

3.665.960 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

6.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Jodi

2.486.246 ₫

2.784.596 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

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

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

16. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 7.1 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Paul

2.467.584 ₫

2.763.694 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

16.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Robert

3.291.840 ₫

3.686.861 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 8.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Ashley

2.848.090 ₫

3.189.861 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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.

19. Wildwood Lodge

15.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Paul

2.637.327 ₫

2.953.807 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a dresser.

20. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

14.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Justin

2.591.741 ₫

2.902.750 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 679 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport	9.2 Wonderful 681 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport	9.0 Wonderful 739 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,818 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport	8.8 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View

Top Fort Des Moines Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Staff were very nice. Had to get ice on another floor due to the one on my floor was out of service."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"The tv has hardly anything on it to watch . I would like more options. Otherwise stay was good"

The Palms Mirage House 3 Bedroom Home

8/10 Good

"The house is lovely for a weekend of meditation or connecting with nature, but I wouldn't recommend it for very outgoing families, as the local community is very sensitive about music. I actually felt stressed by the surrounding environment; in my view, renting a house implies having more freedom to have fun, but that wasn't the case here. Next time, I’d choose a hotel instead—I’d have a better time and save money, too."

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was very friendly and helpful. We needed to return our rental car and the shuttle picked us up from the rental car center. Room was clean."

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay clean environment. Great amenities."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is always so pleasant and everything is high class. Loved the whirlpool in the room!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"Clean hotel, breakfast was good, room was very comfortable. Nice hotel, enjoyed our stay"

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Me and my husband stayed for a couple of days and everything went smoothly. From the check-in, the room, cleanness and staff. Everything is nearby, specially the airport, that’s a plus."

4 Mi to Easter Lake Park! Inviting Rental w/ Patio

10/10 Excellent

"This place was exactly what we needed! Super clean, well appointed, and close to the city. Also close to the Easter Lake Park, which was so pretty. Thanks for a great stay!"

Other attractions near Fort Des Moines Museum

Gray’s Lake Park

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Gray’s Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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Blank Park Zoo

8.4/10 (350 reviews)

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Blank Park Zoo during your trip to Des Moines? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Southridge Mall

6.8/10 (26 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Southridge Mall during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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A. H. Blank Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at A. H. Blank Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Air Lanes Bowling Center

You can take time to visit Air Lanes Bowling Center during your travels to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Echo Valley Driving Range

You can take time to visit Echo Valley Driving Range during your travels to Norwalk.

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Easter Lake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Easter Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lauridsen Amphitheater

You can enjoy a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater during your stay in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Des Moines Museum?

Fort Des Moines Museum is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Fort Des Moines Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Des Moines Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Fort Des Moines Museum.

What can I see and do near Fort Des Moines Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Walnut Street Bridge and Temple Theater. You can watch performances at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Wooly's and Hoyt Sherman Place if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Fort Des Moines Museum hotels

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

5. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11. Des Lux Hotel

12. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

14. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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

16. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

19. Wildwood Lodge

20. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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Top Fort Des Moines Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

The Palms Mirage House 3 Bedroom Home

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Lux Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

4 Mi to Easter Lake Park! Inviting Rental w/ Patio

Other attractions near Fort Des Moines Museum

Gray’s Lake Park

Blank Park Zoo

Southridge Mall

A. H. Blank Golf Course

Air Lanes Bowling Center

Echo Valley Driving Range

Easter Lake Park

Lauridsen Amphitheater

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