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A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a view into the interior of a restaurant.

A dining table with decorative items, including a Buddha statue, candle, and vases.

A spacious room with a large table in the center, surrounded by chairs. The room has large windows with multiple views of the outdoors.

1. Qube Hotel

2.7 km from Saylorville Lake

Jaime

₩108,118

₩127,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

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

2. Wildwood Lodge

17.3 km from Saylorville Lake

Theresa

₩133,426

₩149,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

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

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

17.3 km from Saylorville Lake

Dennis

₩108,639

₩121,676 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

14.1 km from Saylorville Lake

Todd

₩111,643

₩125,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

5. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

13.2 km from Saylorville Lake

gary

₩126,806

₩142,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

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 swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

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

6. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

7.8 km from Saylorville Lake

Tyler

₩118,479

₩132,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and windows with a view of greenery.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

9.5 km from Saylorville Lake

Robin

₩118,931

₩133,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

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

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

14 km from Saylorville Lake

Dawn

₩124,937

₩139,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

9. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

14.3 km from Saylorville Lake

Nicholas

₩107,368

₩120,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

A hotel reception area with a self-service kiosk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a sign indicating a corner market.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

11.7 km from Saylorville Lake

Aimee

₩128,034

₩143,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

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

11. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10.9 km from Saylorville Lake

Jacklyn J

₩130,391

₩146,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, wooden accents, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

12. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

13.1 km from Saylorville Lake

Carl

₩152,167

₩170,427 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a reception desk, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a long corridor.

A snack display with various brands and a 'Welcome to Urbandale' sign above.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and large windows.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

11.6 km from Saylorville Lake

Diane

₩135,015

₩151,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a chair.

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

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

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

17.4 km from Saylorville Lake

Tamara

₩103,367

₩115,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A reception area with two white reception desks, a blue and white geometric wall design, and a patterned carpet.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee station.

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

11.7 km from Saylorville Lake

Jennifer

₩125,984

₩141,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

12.7 km from Saylorville Lake

Christopher

₩112,323

₩125,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

A spacious living area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

11.2 km from Saylorville Lake

Lisa

₩135,567

₩151,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

18. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

21.2 km from Saylorville Lake

Robert

₩169,520

₩189,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

19. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

14.6 km from Saylorville Lake

michael

₩130,250

₩145,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

20. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

21.9 km from Saylorville Lake

Paul

₩112,444

₩125,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Saylorville Lake

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Qube Hotel	8.4 Very good 821 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,224 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,055 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 370 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Saylorville Lake

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

₩118,931

₩133,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Qube Hotel

Polk City

₩108,118

₩127,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Lovington

₩90,766

₩105,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Johnston

₩130,391

₩146,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating area, and a cityscape artwork.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A hotel room with a sofa, two lamps, a small table, a kitchen area with a microwave, and a refrigerator.

An indoor swimming pool with clear markings, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Lovington

₩82,694

₩92,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and benches, large windows, and a building with a brick facade in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Johnston

₩79,421

₩88,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel with a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food options, including fruits, sandwiches, and beverages.

A modern retail space with a central island stocked with beverages, surrounded by shelves of snacks and packaged goods.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Ankeny

₩169,052

₩189,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

The exterior of Red Lion Inn & Suites with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and two lamps.

A lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas with patterned upholstery.

A gym with exercise equipment, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Grimes

₩113,922

₩127,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

Top Saylorville Lake Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the better hotels I have stayed lately. The location is safe and quiet, the room is very nice, and the staff was great. The maid even followed me to my car to return a piece of clothing I left in the room. I highly recommend!"

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient with the necessary amenities and pleasant staff. Did not use the pool."

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Excelente estancia"

Qube Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good place to stay in town. Stayed here twice now and priced well."

Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was very clean. Just bathroom drain was slow. Line super ling for breakfast but would return if ever in the area again"

Other attractions near Saylorville Lake

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Johnston. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Oak Grove Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Oak Grove Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Cherry Glen Greenway

Cherry Glen Greenway is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Saylorville Lake Marina

Explore the waterfront in Polk City with a trip to Saylorville Lake Marina. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Watercrest Park

After visiting Watercrest Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

9.4/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Iowa Gold Star Military Museum during your trip to Johnston. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Saylorville Lake?

Saylorville Lake is located in an area that travelers like for its sporting events. You'll find 16 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Saylorville Lake?

Qube Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Saylorville Lake. Another good option is Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines, located 4.8 mi (7.8 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Saylorville Lake?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Saylorville Lake.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Saylorville Lake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Saylorville Lake.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Saylorville Lake?

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What can I see and do near Saylorville Lake?

Local parks like Jester Park, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area, and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Explore nature at Oak Grove Recreation Area and Cherry Glen Recreation Area. If you have some time to wander around the area, you might stop by Big Creek State Park, Fender's Brewery, or Polk City Refuge.

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Our top choices for Saylorville Lake hotels

1. Qube Hotel

2. Wildwood Lodge

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

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

5. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

6. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

9. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

11. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

12. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

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

15. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

17. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

18. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

19. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

20. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

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Hotels recommended for families near Saylorville Lake

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Qube Hotel

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Top Saylorville Lake Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Qube Hotel

Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

Other attractions near Saylorville Lake

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Cherry Glen Greenway

Saylorville Lake Marina

Watercrest Park

Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

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