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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
2.0 star property
Fairground, 0.7 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room not bad"
United States
Edmond
The price is 1.506.880 ₫
1.687.705 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 5.4 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. Room, pool, breakfast all spectacular. Enjoyed our stay. Will tell our friends and family and will come back "
United States
Amanda
The price is 2.337.674 ₫
2.618.195 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lobby sitting area
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 6.5 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,035 reviews)
"Very good and awesome hotel! "
United States
Matt
The price is 3.906.280 ₫
4.375.128 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Des Lux Hotel
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 8.5 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is 2.347.655 ₫
2.629.372 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.7 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (982 reviews)
"Great room, good breakfast. "
United States
Jason
The price is 2.915.526 ₫
3.265.390 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
7.2 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (852 reviews)
"Very clean, staff was amazing!"
United States
Mariah
The price is 2.915.526 ₫
3.265.389 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Dinner served
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 6.7 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,075 reviews)
"Clean hotel from top to bottom, friendly staff, and great food! "
United States
John
The price is 3.747.633 ₫
4.197.349 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
2.5 star property
7.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (568 reviews)
"Staff was great, rooms were clean but could use some maintenance."
United States
Craymond
The price is 2.875.602 ₫
3.220.674 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Lobby sitting area
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 5.7 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean everything, nice staff, convenient, good breakfast!"
United States
Robert
The price is 2.347.655 ₫
2.629.373 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,520 reviews)
"Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept. "
United States
Debra
The price is 2.332.421 ₫
2.612.417 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Lobby
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 5.9 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and professional "
United States
Shadienise
The price is 2.487.916 ₫
2.786.465 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
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AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 5.2 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is 3.966.166 ₫
4.442.106 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Restaurant
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 6.3 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Staff ! "
United States
Susan
The price is 3.650.974 ₫
4.089.091 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Property amenity
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 5.8 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (570 reviews)
"Nice rooms"
United States
Sven-Christian
The price is 2.519.435 ₫
2.821.767 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Terrace/patio
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Close to venue."
United States
jason
The price is 3.639.942 ₫
4.199.135 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Lobby
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (970 reviews)
"good place to stay"
United States
Tammy
The price is 2.096.027 ₫
2.347.550 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 5.5 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,042 reviews)
"Great atmosphere and quiet rooms."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is 2.993.799 ₫
3.353.055 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
BBQ/picnic Area
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.3 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (401 reviews)
"Nice hotel with a nice lounge. Quiet, convenient, nice beds."
United States
Karla
The price is 2.705.398 ₫
3.030.046 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 10.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,711 reviews)
"good clean room, easy access to airport, perfect for short notice stay. "
United States
Michael
The price is 1.654.758 ₫
1.853.329 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Reception
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 10.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly staff"
United States
Frances
The price is 2.924.719 ₫
3.275.633 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
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Top Iowa State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Hotels near other Iowa State Fairgrounds attractions

View of Iowa State Capitol Building amidst urban landscape in Historic East Village of Des Moines, Iowa

Iowa State Capitol Building

4.5/5 (326 reviews)
After visiting Iowa State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring interior views

State Historical Museum of Iowa

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at State Historical Museum of Iowa during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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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 11 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
Expedia has 11 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 Temple Theater. You can catch a show at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.

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