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Compare 616 hotels close to Iowa State Fairgrounds with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property
0.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
" The room is very nice, big, quiet. I thought this motel would be cheaper than Motel 6 but no. Econolodge wants $25 per pet per day! "
United States
Cheryl
$56 nightly
The price is $63
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Would definitely stay here again "
United States
Kelly
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior
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, 4.2 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (951)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Ann
$104 nightly
The price is $116
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 4.2 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1036)
"Great room and stay."
United States
Debbie
$139 nightly
The price is $155
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
Court District, 4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1015)
"It is an excellent place. "
Mexico
Juan
$166 nightly
The price is $186
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Des Lux Hotel
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
Court District, 3.6 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The hotel was centrally located near a number of good restaurants. The staff was friendly and helpful. "
United States
Michael
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Lobby lounge
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

2.5 star property
4.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (558)
"Loved the double queen suit. Lots of room and great beds"
United States
Shelly
$119 nightly
The price is $133
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Indoor pool
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.7 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Staff very sweet friendly "
United States
Oralia
$97 nightly
The price is $109
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

3.0 star property
4.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (841)
"The staff at check in were friendly and polite."
United States
Steven
$118 nightly
The price is $132
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
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, 5.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Clean room, delicious breakfast, great experience. "
United States
Anastasia
$95 nightly
The price is $107
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Lounge
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.2 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (400)
"Hotel is clean, spacious and well-lit "
United States
Angela
$151 nightly
The price is $169
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.8 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great place "
United States
Eddie
$134 nightly
The price is $150
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Property amenity
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

3.0 star property
Court District, 3.6 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (547)
"Room was comfortable, good sized, and modern. Lobby was clean and updated."
United States
Alan
$96 nightly
The price is $107
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
5.6 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1554)
"Over all good stay"
United States
Amy
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
Court District, 3.9 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great stay"
United States
Dominique
$195 nightly
The price is $218
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Indoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2.5 star property
2.9 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
7.8 out of 10, Good, (939)
"Front desk staff was amazing"
United States
Jasmine
$76 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.9 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (389)
"The staff was very friendly. The room was very spacious and clean."
United States
Angie
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 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
Watrous South, 6.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1651)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Theresa
$68 nightly
The price is $76
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1068)
"Room was great! Very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful!"
United States
Jessica
$119 nightly
The price is $134
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
View from property
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (949)
"Very nice property"
United States
Scott
$144 nightly
The price is $161
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
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Top guest rated hotels close to Iowa State Fairgrounds

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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
2.0 star property
    7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
    $56 nightly
    The price is $63
    Nov 16 - Nov 17
    Total with taxes and fees
    Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
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    Top Iowa State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

    Des Lux Hotel

    Des Lux Hotel

    10/10 Excellent
    "Really enjoyed the Des Lux. All of the staff were wonderful from the front desk, breakfast staff, housekeeping and bar. We splurged on Room 504--a decadent suite on the top floor with high ceilings, tons of windows looking down Locust, fireplace, wet bar, jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The room was quiet and relaxing. The only things missing were a robe hook in the bathroom and wine glasses. Water glasses are provided, but actual wine glasses would be nice. The bar was closed on Sunday, but there are other options nearby downtown, and with the mini bar, ice a few steps away down the hall, and Instacart, you can easily relax with a drink in your room. Parking is easy and inexpensive in the garage across the street. There is a beautiful lounge area in the lobby where we hung out with family members, who also stayed at Des Lux. The bartender on Friday and Saturday of our stay was really nice. Overall, Des Lux has a vintage, boutique feel that is difficult to find where I currently live in central Oregon. We'll definitely stay at the Des Lux again when we return to Des Moines!"
    Lian 3-night trip
    Posted 2 days ago
    Des Lux Hotel

    Hotels near other Iowa State Fairgrounds attractions

    Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

    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 which includes 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 are the top-rated hotels near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
    Discovering top-rated hotels near Iowa State Fairgrounds can elevate your stay in Des Moines, Iowa, and provide a perfect blend of comfort and accessibility.

    Des Lux Hotel

    Des Lux Hotel offers an exceptional experience with a review rating of 9.6 and a 3.5-star rating. Located just 4.6 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, this hotel features a soothing spa, a hot tub, and a fitness center, ensuring travelers can unwind after a day of exploration. Guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast daily, and the inviting terrace provides a perfect spot to relax. Unique amenities like winery tours nearby and designer toiletries enhance the overall experience.

    Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

    With a stellar review rating of 9.6 and a 4.5-star rating, Hotel Fort Des Moines is situated 4.7 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds. This luxury hotel boasts a health club, a cozy fireplace, and spacious rooms equipped with kitchen facilities. Guests appreciate the convenience of valet parking and the option for early check-in. The daily housekeeping and premium bedding ensure a comfortable stay that travelers will cherish.

    Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

    Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown stands out with a review rating of 9.4 and a 3-star rating, located just 3.4 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds. This hotel features an indoor pool and hot tub, perfect for relaxation, along with a fitness center accessible 24 hours. Guests can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast and utilize the in-suite kitchen for added convenience. The hotel's nearby a shopping district makes it an appealing choice for travelers.
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    Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

    Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds is a cozy and budget-friendly option located just a 9-minute walk from Iowa State Fairgrounds. With a review rating of 7.2, this hotel ensures a comfortable stay with amenities like an indoor pool and free self-parking. Guests appreciate the convenience of early check-in and late check-out, along with daily housekeeping services. The hotel is also accessible, featuring an accessible pool and parking, making it a perfect choice for all travelers.
    How much is a hotel near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
    Staying near Iowa State Fairgrounds is a treat, with plenty of hotels from $63 offering incredible amenities. If you're leaning toward a little luxury, prices can rise, especially in peak season. Be sure to book in advance to enjoy more options and potentially better rates, especially if you're planning a vacation during weekends or around public holidays.
    What are the most popular family-friendly hotels near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
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    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG stands 4.8 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds and enjoys an impressive travelers' rating of 9.2. This family-friendly hotel provides free rollaway beds and cribs, along with connecting rooms for larger families. Guests can unwind in the indoor pool, enjoy a hot breakfast on the house, and take advantage of the onsite fitness facilities, making it an excellent choice for family trips.

    Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

    Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is an inviting 4.3 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds and features a strong travelers' rating of 8.8. This family-friendly hotel offers convenient amenities such as a kitchenette, connecting rooms, and free cribs to ensure a comfortable stay for families. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, complimentary buffet breakfast, and fitness center, making it a perfect choice for family vacations.

    Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

    Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown, located just 3.5 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, boasts a solid travelers' rating of 8.2 and a 3.5-star rating. Families will appreciate the spacious rooms equipped with a sofa bed, kitchenette, and free cribs. The indoor pool and kids' meal options at the restaurant make it a family-friendly haven. Additional amenities include a 24-hour fitness center and complimentary breakfast, ensuring a delightful stay.
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    Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

    Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is a top-rated hotel located 4.3 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, a review rating of 8.8. This inviting hotel features a RiverView that enhances the experience for travelers looking to enjoy beautiful scenery. Guests can take advantage of amenities such as a complimentary buffet breakfast, an indoor pool, and a well-equipped fitness center. The kitchenette in each room provides convenience for longer stays, making it a great choice for those visiting the area.
    What are the best affordable hotels near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
    For those seeking budget-friendly options near Iowa State Fairgrounds, several top-rated hotels provide comfort and convenience without breaking the bank.

    Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

    Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown offers a family-friendly atmosphere just 3.4 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, with a superb review rating of 9.4. Guests can enjoy free daily breakfast and access to an indoor pool and hot tub, making it ideal for relaxation after a day of fun. With amenities like a fully-equipped kitchen, free WiFi, and 24-hour fitness facilities, this 3-star hotel ensures a comfortable stay for all travelers.

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

    Located 4.8 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown is perfect for families and features a great traveler rating score of 9.2. Guests appreciate the complimentary breakfast and free parking, which add to the value. The hotel boasts an indoor pool, fitness center, and spacious rooms with premium bedding, ensuring a restful retreat for everyone.

    AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

    AC Hotel Des Moines East Village is a stylish choice just 3.3 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, rated 9.2 by travelers. This 3-star hotel provides free WiFi and toiletries, along with a fitness center for those looking to stay active. Guests can also take advantage of the scheduled airport shuttle and easy access to local attractions, making it a great base for exploring the area.
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    Discover the perfect hotels with pools near Iowa State Fairgrounds to enhance your stay in Des Moines. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly atmosphere or top-rated comfort, these options cater to your needs.

    Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

    Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds is just a 9-minute walk from Iowa State Fairgrounds and features an indoor pool, perfect for a refreshing dip after a day of events. Rated 7.2 by travelers, this budget-friendly hotel also offers accessible facilities, free parking, and daily housekeeping to ensure a straightforward experience for travelers.

    Hilton Des Moines Downtown

    Hilton Des Moines Downtown is located 4.4 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds and boasts an impressive 9.0 review rating from travelers. This 3.5-star hotel features an accessible indoor pool, making it a great family-friendly choice. Additional amenities include a fitness center, free cribs for little ones, and an airport shuttle for convenience.

    Des Moines Marriott Downtown

    Des Moines Marriott Downtown is situated 4.1 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds and has earned an 8.8 review rating. This 3.5-star hotel offers an inviting indoor pool complete with sun loungers, ideal for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy 24-hour fitness facilities, valet parking, and room service, ensuring a delightful stay.
    What are the best pet-friendly hotels near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
    For travelers looking for pet-friendly accommodations near the Iowa State Fairgrounds, there are some excellent options that ensure both comfort and convenience for you and your furry friends.

    Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

    Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection is a luxurious 4-star hotel situated 4.6 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds, an impressive 9.4 review rating from travelers. This upscale hotel is not only pet-friendly with provisions for dogs and cats, but also offers thoughtful amenities such as food and water bowls. Guests can enjoy a fitness center, complimentary crib for children, and a delightful romantic atmosphere, making it perfect for a memorable stay.

    WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

    WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill is a budget-friendly option located just 4.0 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds. Rated by travelers with a solid 6.0, this hotel welcomes pets with amenities like in-room pet permissions and designated areas for dogs. Guests will appreciate the convenience of in-room kitchens, including stovetops and microwaves, as well as free self-parking and late checkout options.

    Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

    Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown, rated 8.6 by travelers, is a welcoming 3-star hotel located 4.0 miles from Iowa State Fairgrounds. This pet-friendly hotel accommodates dogs and cats, ensuring a comfortable stay for all. Guests can enjoy spacious suites equipped with kitchens, an indoor pool, and free breakfast options. Additionally, the hotel provides amenities such as a hot tub and fitness center, catering to both relaxation and wellness.
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