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

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

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

1. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3.6 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Robert

₩112,186

₩125,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A Days Inn & Suites sign, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors and windows.

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

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

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Amanda

₩87,725

₩98,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

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

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

9.9 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Cassandra

₩139,020

₩155,702 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area.

4. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

5.5 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Dennis

₩121,971

₩136,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

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.

5. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

8.3 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Merlin

₩112,790

₩126,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

6. Wildwood Lodge

7.4 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Kristian

₩124,182

₩139,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.

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

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a brick facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a clear entrance.

7. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

7.8 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Jesus

₩118,477

₩132,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

7.7 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Dennis

₩108,353

₩121,356 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

A modern bar area with a white countertop, black bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

8.3 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Jodi

₩116,784

₩130,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a matching ottoman, a flat-screen TV on a wooden desk, a standing lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

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

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

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

8.3 km from Walnut Woods State Park

nola

₩146,177

₩163,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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 striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

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

11. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

4 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Mervin

₩134,021

₩150,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

A lobby with a brown sofa, grey armchairs, a small round table, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, a large apple-shaped sign, and a kitchen display.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

6.7 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Joshua

₩136,715

₩153,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

13. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

12.9 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Jacklyn J

₩130,933

₩146,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a framed picture on the wall, a sink, and a microwave.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large blue accent wall.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with stone and brick facade.

A snack display area with a variety of treats and a refrigerated section.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

4.8 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Cynthia

₩135,575

₩151,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

15. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

17.2 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Tyler

₩124,544

₩139,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

7.6 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Tamara

₩104,949

₩117,548 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a blue sofa and chairs, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator, and a colorful carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.

A spacious lobby with a curved blue sofa, a round coffee table, and a seating area with chairs. There is a staircase with a railing leading to an upper level.

17. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

7.8 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Carlos

₩129,638

₩145,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

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

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

18. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

8 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Jayson

₩125,322

₩140,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

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

A modern restaurant with a variety of seating options including tables, chairs, and sofas.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

19. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

10.4 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Paul

₩113,138

₩126,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8.1 km from Walnut Woods State Park

Milagros

₩85,447

₩95,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Walnut Woods State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 1,201 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,826 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 167 reviews	View

Top Walnut Woods State Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room helpful staff"

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is really friendly, the breakfast is good and the rooms are clean"

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was comfortable in my kids enjoyed it. We all had a good time."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, comfy bed, friendly staff, breakfast was good, pool was bigger than a regular hotel pool, hot tub was as well. Would definitely stay here again. Probably will next time in Des Moines."

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

8/10 Good

"ALL AND ALL IT WAS VERY NICE, AND PRICE WAS RIGHT."

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West at Jordan Creek Town Center

8/10 Good

"Loved that it was pet-friendly"

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect stay. Nice room, friendly staff, great happy hour and breakfast."

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet and nice. Nice pool and gym."

Element by Marriott West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was delicious and the chef was phenomenal, everything was restocked quickly. Didn’t make it to the pool but I’ve heard many great things. Would 100% stay again."

Other attractions near Walnut Woods State Park

Raccoon River Park

8.6/10 (99 reviews)

Raccoon River Park is just one of the places to see in West Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Jordan House

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Jordan House during your travels in West Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Valley Stadium

8.0/10 (57 reviews)

Catch an event at Valley Stadium during your trip to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Willow Creek Golf Club

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at Willow Creek Golf Club. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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West Glen Town Center

8.8/10 (183 reviews)

During your visit to West Des Moines, you can search for that perfect souvenir at West Glen Town Center. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

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Valley Junction

8.6/10 (98 reviews)

During your visit to West Des Moines, you can enjoy retail therapy at Valley Junction. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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West Grand Golf

8.2/10 (34 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at West Grand Golf. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex

After visiting The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Des Moines. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Walnut Woods State Park?

Walnut Woods State Park is located in a welcoming area of West Des Moines known for its lively festivals. You'll find 146 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Walnut Woods State Park?

Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek 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 2 mi (3.3 km) from Walnut Woods State Park. Other good choices within 5 miles include Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines and Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Walnut Woods State Park?

Expedia has 146 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Walnut Woods State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Walnut Woods State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Walnut Woods State Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Walnut Woods State Park?

For additional details about updating your stay near Walnut Woods State Park or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Walnut Woods State Park?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Des Moines Art Center and Jordan House. Learn about local history at Valley Junction and Salisbury House. Attractions like Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Community Playhouse highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Walnut Woods State Park hotels

1. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

5. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

6. Wildwood Lodge

7. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

8. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

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

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

11. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

13. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

14. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

15. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

17. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

18. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

19. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

20. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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Top Walnut Woods State Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Wildwood Lodge

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West at Jordan Creek Town Center

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

Element by Marriott West Des Moines

Other attractions near Walnut Woods State Park

Raccoon River Park

Jordan House

Valley Stadium

Willow Creek Golf Club

West Glen Town Center

Valley Junction

West Grand Golf

The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex

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