Iowa Gold Star Military Museum Tours

Interested in the history of armed conflicts? Make your way to Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and browse its intriguing military collections and unique memorabilia.

When you've finished exploring this Johnston exhibition of military memorabilia, why not check out Merle Hay Mall, Des Moines Area Community College, and Living History Farms? They're near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and also a favorite with many travelers.

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Super 8 by Wyndham Jefferson

Super 8 by Wyndham Jefferson

2.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)
7.4/10 Good! (205 reviews)
Easy registration. No elevators…

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

AmericInn by Wyndham Ames

2.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
Walked in to the hotel and immediately noticed no air conditioning in the lobby, not a huge deal. Staff was very friendly, we had reserved a room with 2 queen beds, staff pointed out we were given a larger room due to it being handicap accessible, once again, very nice of them. When we walked into our room there an unpleasant odor and the carpet felt wet, I’m guessing the humidity in the building caused this, after a few minutes in the room you got used to it, but it was still noticeable every time you walked in and out of the room, The pool was great, 9/10cleanliness, the only bad part was that the water was super cold. The hot tub, which also looked amazing, was out of order. The shower floor in the handicap room needs some cleaning, everything else was very clean. The TV was dish T.v, some of the channels we were watching were freezing and lagging. Breakfast was typical hotel breakfast, waffles, cereal, juice etc. No complaints. Over all a pretty good experience for the price.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Philadelphia (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Comfortable layout for king rooms, with separate sofa area and bed area. Quiet, updated.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

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Best Lodging Options Near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2 out of 5
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Pet-Friendly Johnston Getaway w/ Deck & Yard!

Pet-Friendly Johnston Getaway w/ Deck & Yard!

Johnston
Pet-Friendly Johnston Getaway w/ Deck & Yard!
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2 out of 5
4755 Merle Hay Road, Des Moines, IA
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 out of 5
5050 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

3 out of 5
4800 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

3 out of 5
8800 Northpark Dr, Johnston, IA
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale
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