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Our top choices for Iowa State Fairgrounds hotels

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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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nothing fancy, but the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was friendly. I'd stay here again,"
United States
Teri
The price is P3,508
P3,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
Lobby sitting area

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, (1,033 reviews)
"Great stay will do again "
United States
Andrew
The price is P8,970
P10,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Des Lux Hotel
Exterior

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, (407 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is P8,905
P9,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Restaurant

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 P10,556
P11,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Dinner served

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, (1,081 reviews)
"Clean hotel from top to bottom, friendly staff, and great food! "
United States
John
The price is P7,931
P8,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

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, (978 reviews)
"I enjoy staying there.. friendly staff and clean rioms"
United States
Sherry
The price is P4,439
P4,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Terrace/patio

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, (853 reviews)
"Very clean, staff was amazing!"
United States
Mariah
The price is P6,487
P7,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
10.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,743 reviews)
"good value and a very good breakfast"
United States
MARK
The price is P3,804
P4,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Terrace/patio

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, (1,010 reviews)
"Room and hotel was very clean, staff were friendly, would definitely stay again!"
United States
Aaron
The price is P5,271
P5,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Property amenity

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, (580 reviews)
"The room was spotless and the staff at check in were some of the friendliest we have met! We would give it 10 stars if we could! "
United States
Matthew
The price is P5,657
P6,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

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, (1,495 reviews)
"Nice quiet room, very clean, great breakfast, friendly staff."
United States
Diane
The price is P4,967
P5,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Indianola Hills, 5.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
7.8 out of 10, Good, (652 reviews)
"This was a no frills place to stay but the room was nice and the front desk guy was friendly. If you are looking for a cheap but nice place to stay, check them out."
United States
Chuck
The price is P4,227
P4,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Cozy Rest Motel
View from property

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and great staff"
United States
Jodi
The price is P8,492
P9,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (953 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
Bret
The price is P5,760
P6,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.3 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room"
United States
Susan
The price is P6,581
P7,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Coffee service

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
8.8 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (477 reviews)
"Staff was super helpful."
United States
mary
The price is P4,874
P5,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Reception

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
10.1 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great room/breakfast!"
United States
Leonard
The price is P6,210
P6,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; American cuisine

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.4 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (960 reviews)
"Great location, clean, easy check in and check out. "
United States
Emily
The price is P8,492
P9,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Indoor pool

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
12.5 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (308 reviews)
"clean, friendly staff, room was well equipped"
United States
Colin
The price is P5,602
P6,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Lobby

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
10.3 km from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (681 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is P5,537
P6,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
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Top Iowa State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"My husband and I went out of town to Celebrate our 25th wedding Anniversary the staff did such an amazing job in our room it was beautiful. Staff very friendly room very clean never seen a place like Dex Lux definitely coming back. "
Adolfo 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Des Lux Hotel

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)
A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.
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State Historical Society of Iowa Museum featuring interior views

State Historical Museum of Iowa

Learn about early settlement and battles as well as bicycle races and the movie industry in this museum in Iowa’s state capital.
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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, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Iowa State Fairgrounds?
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.
How many hotels will I find near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view 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 Pappajohn Sculpture Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Walnut Street Bridge, Temple Theater, and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Iowa State Fairgrounds. You can catch a show at Wooly's, Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater, and Hoyt Sherman Place.