Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Badger Creek State Recreation Area in Van Meter - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Holiday Rentals in Van Meter](https://expedia.co.uk/Van-Meter-Holiday-Rentals.d3000437643.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Badger Creek State Recreation Area Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Badger-Creek-State-Recreation-Area.d635035015166160896.Car-Hire-Guide)[Badger Creek State Recreation Area Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Badger-Creek-State-Recreation-Area-Van-Meter.d635035015166160896.Attraction) ![Badger Creek State Recreation Area (near Van meter) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000437643/e0e3cd90-954d-4aca-9e46-385c9d96c3e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by Emily Ruschill ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000437643/e0e3cd90-954d-4aca-9e46-385c9d96c3e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=635035015166160896&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=635035015166160896&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=635035015166160896&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=635035015166160896&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Badger Creek State Recreation Area hotels ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085733/f1192c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower) | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085733/8bf5b2af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085733/37a87e28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085733/9a697537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Sleep-Inn.h47085733.Hotel-Information) 8.2 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (624 reviews) "Great facilities & kind, helpful staff. Good breakfast" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Daryl £66 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Sleep-Inn.h47085733.Hotel-Information) ![Concierge desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16112600/16112546/018a0ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16112600/16112546/fd8777be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16112600/16112546/66bb05ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16112600/16112546/f70b7069.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-West-Des-Moines-Jordan-Creek.h16112546.Hotel-Information) 8.9 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,005 reviews) "Very nice hotel and attentive staff! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jared £77 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-West-Des-Moines-Jordan-Creek.h16112546.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1840000/1836200/1836184/a1ae2959.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1840000/1836200/1836184/5f933aab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1840000/1836200/1836184/4f9f1eae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1840000/1836200/1836184/9b33de45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Drury-Inn-Suites-West-Des-Moines.h1836184.Hotel-Information) 9.2 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,003 reviews) "Food/drinks for happy hour was wonderful! Very clean and friendly staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Cathie £82 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Drury-Inn-Suites-West-Des-Moines.h1836184.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104279400/104279325/987111fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104279400/104279325/de9b64af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104279400/104279325/w3995h2667x0y0-0271aa6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104280000/104279400/104279325/w3995h2667x0y0-c398a1bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aloft Waukee [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Aloft-Waukee.h104279325.Hotel-Information) 8.1 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (185 reviews) "Nice room, comfortable bed, great staff" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Chris £81 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Aloft-Waukee.h104279325.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/7af8cb4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/1dcd7638.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/38d83aab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20010000/20009600/20009550/93ff03da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-West-Des-Moines-Jordan-Creek.h20009550.Hotel-Information) 8.6 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,000 reviews) "Friendly staff, great location, beds could be better. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Shelley £80 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-West-Des-Moines-Jordan-Creek.h20009550.Hotel-Information) ![Free continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085734/0cd55a15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency) | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085734/5767499d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085734/702a2602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47085800/47085734/e7e86d9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-MainStay-Suites.h47085734.Hotel-Information) 8.3 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (138 reviews) "Spotless, nice staff and great veiws" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Brandon £71 includes taxes & fees 8 Mar - 9 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-MainStay-Suites.h47085734.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11515100/11515068/3b3fe178.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11515100/11515068/883d5233.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11515100/11515068/5131bbc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11520000/11515100/11515068/a6c25554.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-West-Des-MoinesSW-Mall-Area.h11515068.Hotel-Information) 8.7 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (947 reviews) "Great place to stay!! We enjoyed our trip there" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tammy £74 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Suites-West-Des-MoinesSW-Mall-Area.h11515068.Hotel-Information) ![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2231800/2231741/5be1b469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2231800/2231741/60f79d61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2231800/2231741/f80b3d13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2240000/2231800/2231741/412b82ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Courtyard-Des-Moines-WestJordan-Creek.h2231741.Hotel-Information) 8.6 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 8.8/10 Excellent (900 reviews) "We had a great stay here!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Denise £65 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Courtyard-Des-Moines-WestJordan-Creek.h2231741.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/01d93670.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/09fcb0cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/4a8285f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/77600/77590/25aa74bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-And-Suites-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h77590.Hotel-Information) 9.9 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,006 reviews) "Convenient location " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kimberly £72 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-And-Suites-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h77590.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12690000/12685800/12685701/4e014370.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, Non Smoking (2 Full Beds) | Individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12690000/12685800/12685701/94563687.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12690000/12685800/12685701/dd01e90f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12690000/12685800/12685701/735a8569.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edgetowner Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/De-Soto-Hotels-Edgetowner-Motel.h12685701.Hotel-Information) 6.4 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 6.2/10 (158 reviews) "Friendly staff, very affordable room" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tom £37 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/De-Soto-Hotels-Edgetowner-Motel.h12685701.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1145700/1145664/16724f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1145700/1145664/d37bcf31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1145700/1145664/e4655dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1145700/1145664/417c0866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h1145664.Hotel-Information) 8.7 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (569 reviews) "Room was clean, staff was kind, breakfast was good. Enjoyed the fitness room, great location!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Amy £90 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h1145664.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17290000/17289900/17289856/1d7379f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17290000/17289900/17289856/c85feaef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17290000/17289900/17289856/ec6d5244.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17290000/17289900/17289856/2a9314ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-West-Des-Moines-Near-Jordan-Creek.h17289856.Hotel-Information) 9.5 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 8.8/10 Excellent (1,002 reviews) "The breakfast was great! Overall cleanliness & accessibility of the facility was excellent!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Julie £62 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Sleep-Inn-Suites-West-Des-Moines-Near-Jordan-Creek.h17289856.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42600/42540/157a0ec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe, One King Bed, Non-Smoking | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42600/42540/6e31869a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42600/42540/39319c4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42600/42540/e3ff0ff3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-West-Des-Moines-Lake-Drive.h42540.Hotel-Information) 10.1 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,001 reviews) "Everything was wonderful. The breakfast was great with lots of options. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Michael £70 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-West-Des-Moines-Lake-Drive.h42540.Hotel-Information) ![Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151200/151170/08426e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151200/151170/ec652f62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151200/151170/ecba6790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/160000/151200/151170/e516da37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Extended Stay America Select Suites - Des Moines - Urbandale [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Extended-Stay-America-Suites-Des-Moines-Urbandale.h151170.Hotel-Information) 13.2 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 6.8/10 (911 reviews) "I've been here for a month or so now with I issues the staff is friendly, they leave you to yourself and have taken care of any issues I've had right away or the next morning. as good as living in a hotel can be it's nice. wish they had coffee machines in room or downstairs ,but it's all good and a gym would be excellent but so far my that's my only complaint" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) tracy £52 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Extended-Stay-America-Suites-Des-Moines-Urbandale.h151170.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10450000/10446900/10446857/221411cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10450000/10446900/10446857/ebfe9fd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10450000/10446900/10446857/f46e6906.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10450000/10446900/10446857/0d76b175.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winterset-Hotels-Cobblestone-Inn-Suites-Winterset.h10446857.Hotel-Information) 10.3 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.2/10 Wonderful (716 reviews) "Great place to stay. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Steve £70 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winterset-Hotels-Cobblestone-Inn-Suites-Winterset.h10446857.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553975/2e2cdb05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553975/6611460a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553975/5e1f51c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/554000/553975/e7866b7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SpringHill Suites Des Moines West [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-Des-Moines-West.h553975.Hotel-Information) 9.6 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 8.6/10 Excellent (1,007 reviews) "Very amounts of healthy options for breakfast. Very helpful staff. Perfect area with plenty of dining options. Clean comfortable rooms. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Samantha £65 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-SpringHill-Suites-Des-Moines-West.h553975.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23900/23878/78638120.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23900/23878/1dc4e11b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily on-the-go breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23900/23878/d50d8a7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23900/23878/237bd8a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-West-Des-Moines-Clive.h23878.Hotel-Information) 11.6 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 6.0/10 (1,002 reviews) "Clean room as friendly staff and cheaper laundry than any laundry mat around and it was right on hotel propert!!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Robby £38 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 12 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-West-Des-Moines-Clive.h23878.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12600000/12595500/12595427/ef01c517.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12600000/12595500/12595427/f0e2c11e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12600000/12595500/12595427/57baea01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12600000/12595500/12595427/8a2ec576.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-WestJordan-Creek.h12595427.Hotel-Information) 8.9 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 8.8/10 Excellent (855 reviews) "Clean room great breakfast" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sìdney £73 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 16 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-WestJordan-Creek.h12595427.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/35b2ee27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/3b0888ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/029b91c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/473200/473122/372c3679.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Des-Moines-Airport.h473122.Hotel-Information) 11.8 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,182 reviews) "Very nice, comfortable accommodations. Would definitely stay again. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) JoAnn £71 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Des-Moines-Airport.h473122.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742900/1742850/d9e031af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742900/1742850/7c38dd31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742900/1742850/4a2ced17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742900/1742850/0752979f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-The-Rewind-West-Des-Moines.h1742850.Hotel-Information) 8.9 mi from Badger Creek State Recreation Area 9.0/10 Wonderful (760 reviews) "Very clean, great service!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) William £122 includes taxes & fees 25 Feb - 26 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-The-Rewind-West-Des-Moines.h1742850.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-West-Des-Moines-Jordan-Creek.h16112546.Hotel-Information) ![Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1145700/1145664/16724f59_y.jpg) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West 10/10 Excellent "Room was clean, staff was kind, breakfast was good. Enjoyed the fitness room, great location!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Des-Moines-West.h1145664.Hotel-Information) ![Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/986100/986072/e3428772_y.jpg) ### Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA 10/10 Excellent "Great staff. Love to see the same gentleman check us in during the day. So welcoming and professional. Motel 6 is a GEM." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Motel-6-West-Des-Moines.h986072.Hotel-Information) ![Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines/SW Mall Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11920000/11919200/11919176/7718b27a_y.jpg) ### Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines/SW Mall Area 10/10 Excellent "Friendly staff and great room!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-Homewood-Suites-By-Hilton-West-Des-MoinesSW-Mall-Area.h11919176.Hotel-Information) ![LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34150000/34149700/34149649/647e4df9_y.jpg) ### LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS! 10/10 Excellent "We had lots of fun. Several things broken and not real clean. But still had lots of fun. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Hotels-CHEAP-WEEKDAYS-ARCADE.h34149649.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Badger Creek State Recreation Area attractions ### Trindle Park Trindle Park is just one of the places to see in Van Meter, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the museums while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=930969653598081024) ### Bob Feller Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Bob Feller Museum during your travels in Van Meter. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532648999) ### Van Meter Public Library After visiting Van Meter Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Van Meter. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=930968971463741440) ### Van Meter City Hall After visiting Van Meter City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Van Meter. Take in the museums while you're in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=930969452776923136) ### West Grand Golf Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at West Grand Golf. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621561929443) ### 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=939276371738382336) ### Whisper Point Park After visiting Whisper Point Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Des Moines. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=930969594267672576) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Badger Creek State Recreation Area? ### What's the best place to stay close to Badger Creek State Recreation Area? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Badger Creek State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?