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A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A buffet setup with various food items, including fruits and cereals, and a soup station.

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

nola

₩143,979

₩161,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

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

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise equipment.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, green patterned chairs, a television mounted above the fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

2.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Richard

₩164,259

₩183,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A bar area with a polished bar counter, a variety of bottles and glasses, and a well-lit ambiance.

A restaurant with a wooden interior, a chandelier, and a 'Reserved' sign on the table.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

2.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Christine

₩192,540

₩215,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 2.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Jayson

₩125,322

₩140,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a leather sofa, dining area, kitchen, and large windows with curtains.

A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Felicia

₩87,725

₩98,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring a central open space with tables and chairs, surrounded by balconies and a large, colorful ceiling structure.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a potted plant, and a seating area.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 2.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Reginald

₩152,799

₩171,135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a chalkboard wall, and a ceiling fan.

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

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Milagros

₩85,447

₩95,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with a checkered border, a sunroof, and a seating area with white tables and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Barbara

₩85,447

₩95,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and neon signs for Corona and Modelo beer brands.

A reception area with a curved glass partition, a reception desk, and a stone accent wall.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Ashley

₩86,867

₩97,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Wildwood Lodge

15.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Kristian

₩116,878

₩130,898 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 spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

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

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16.5 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Jeffrey

₩146,740

₩164,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

12. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 6.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Heidi

₩227,992

₩255,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 7.1 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Robert

₩110,980

₩124,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a desk, chair, television, and built-in wooden cabinet.

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 modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 8.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Cassandra

₩140,146

₩156,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 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 spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

15. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 6.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Kelsey

₩192,339

₩215,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

16. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

16.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Robert

₩164,862

₩184,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a vending machine, and a decorative wall piece.

A modern living room with a fireplace, green upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

6.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Jodi

₩116,784

₩130,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

18. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

6.2 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Merlin

₩112,790

₩126,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

19. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

14.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Mervin

₩134,021

₩150,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

17.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum

Jerad

₩158,361

₩177,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 688 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport	9.2 Wonderful 685 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport	9.0 Wonderful 742 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,824 reviews	View

Top Fort Des Moines Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Helpful staff"

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"Stains in toilet"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Valet was great. Restaurant & breakfast buffet were good; however, the food on the buffet was cold. Starbucks staff was friendly."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The ambiance of this historical hotel makes it an experience, they went all out for Halloween! The staff was so friendly and helpful with directions on parking. And a bonus was the breakfast selection - so much better than many other hotel breakfasts!"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Short stay but was clean and up to date"

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms seemed old and dated."

Cozy Rest Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Above-average budget motel. The bed was comfortable and the room was nice-looking. Staff was friendly and helpful."

The Palms Mirage House 3 Bedroom Home

8/10 Good

"The house is lovely for a weekend of meditation or connecting with nature, but I wouldn't recommend it for very outgoing families, as the local community is very sensitive about music. I actually felt stressed by the surrounding environment; in my view, renting a house implies having more freedom to have fun, but that wasn't the case here. Next time, I’d choose a hotel instead—I’d have a better time and save money, too."

4 Mi to Easter Lake Park! Inviting Rental w/ Patio

10/10 Excellent

"This place was exactly what we needed! Super clean, well appointed, and close to the city. Also close to the Easter Lake Park, which was so pretty. Thanks for a great stay!"

Other attractions near Fort Des Moines Museum

A lakeside park with docks, boats, and a walking path.

Gray’s Lake Park

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

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A bridge over a river with a clear blue sky.

Principal Park

8.6/10 (133 reviews)

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

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Blank Park Zoo

8.4/10 (350 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who live at Blank Park Zoo during your travels in Des Moines? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Southridge Mall

6.8/10 (26 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Southridge Mall during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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A. H. Blank Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at A. H. Blank Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Echo Valley Driving Range

You can take time to visit Echo Valley Driving Range during your travels to Norwalk.

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Easter Lake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Easter Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lauridsen Amphitheater

You can enjoy a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater during your trip to Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Des Moines Museum?

Fort Des Moines Museum 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 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Fort Des Moines Museum?

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Fort Des Moines Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Fort Des Moines Museum?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Fort Des Moines Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Des Moines Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Fort Des Moines Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Fort Des Moines Museum?

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What can I see and do near Fort Des Moines Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Temple Theater, and Walnut Street Bridge. You can watch performances at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Wooly's, and Hoyt Sherman Place if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Fort Des Moines Museum hotels

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

10. Wildwood Lodge

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

12. Des Lux Hotel

13. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

16. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

18. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

19. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

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Top Fort Des Moines Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Cozy Rest Motel

The Palms Mirage House 3 Bedroom Home

4 Mi to Easter Lake Park! Inviting Rental w/ Patio

Other attractions near Fort Des Moines Museum

Gray’s Lake Park

Principal Park

Blank Park Zoo

Southridge Mall

A. H. Blank Golf Course

Echo Valley Driving Range

Easter Lake Park

Lauridsen Amphitheater

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