Top 10 Hotels Near Iowa Events Center in Des Moines for 2026

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

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

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

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.8 km from Iowa Events Center

Heidi

P9,530

P10,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 1 km from Iowa Events Center

Sonya

P8,991

P10,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

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.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 2.7 km from Iowa Events Center

Megan

P6,862

P7,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

A spacious living area with a large black marble fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern bar area with orange chairs.

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.8 km from Iowa Events Center

Ryan

P10,589

P11,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

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

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Iowa Events Center

Dawn R.

P7,385

P8,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from Iowa Events Center

Meg

P7,456

P8,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent '207' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from Iowa Events Center

Charles

P5,805

P6,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.

A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

8. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.2 km from Iowa Events Center

Sweta

P8,669

P10,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

9. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 0.4 km from Iowa Events Center

Mary

P4,381

P9,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

A hallway with a bull head sculpture, a cabinet with bottles, and a modern light fixture.

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A modern bar area with a pool table, bar stools, and a liquor display.

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 0.9 km from Iowa Events Center

Lori

P9,962

P11,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from Iowa Events Center

Mario

P5,805

P6,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Nancy

P8,449

P9,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1 km from Iowa Events Center

Michael

P7,113

P7,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.

A modern living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1 km from Iowa Events Center

David A

P6,620

P7,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern conference room with a long table, white and black chairs, and a seating area with yellow ottomans.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a modern lamp, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Iowa Events Center

Jayson

P8,949

P10,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.

A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

16. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Iowa Events Center

Candy

P8,159

P9,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

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

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Felicia

P6,884

P7,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

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

A hotel room with a beige sofa, a teal ottoman, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a cabinet.

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Debbie

P8,897

P9,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

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

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

19. Wildwood Lodge

12.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Kristian

P5,668

P6,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

11.3 km from Iowa Events Center

Jeffrey

P8,012

P8,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Iowa Events Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,112 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,349 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Iowa Events Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was very nice and the skywalk connecting downtown was amazing!"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Really unique and comfortable stay. Would highly recommend."

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are clean overall with some noticeable wear. Location, layout, amenities and staff are great."

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Comfy and clean."

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I'll pass"

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Close to everything we needed down town."

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great place to stay and it was clean. I was charged for a damaged side table that was damaged prior to my arrival. They investigated and realized I was not the one who damaged the side table and returned the fee they initially charged."

Other attractions near Iowa Events Center

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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EMC Expo Center

8.4/10 (188 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at EMC Expo Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center

9.0/10 (23 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Casey's Center

8.8/10 (976 reviews)

Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World Food Prize Hall of Laureates during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Des Moines Civic Center

8.8/10 (374 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Des Moines Civic Center during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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Ruan Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Ruan Center. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa Events Center?

Iowa Events Center is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 153 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Iowa Events Center?

Adjacent to Iowa Events Center, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Iowa Events Center?

Expedia has 153 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Iowa Events Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa Events Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Iowa Events Center.

What can I see and do near Iowa Events Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Science Center of Iowa, and Des Moines Art Center. Sights like Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Walnut Street Bridge are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place, and Lauridsen Amphitheater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Iowa Events Center hotels

1. Des Lux Hotel

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

9. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

16. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

19. Wildwood Lodge

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

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Top Iowa Events Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Other attractions near Iowa Events Center

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

EMC Expo Center

Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center

Casey's Center

Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Des Moines Civic Center

Ruan Center

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