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Our top choices for Iowa State Fairgrounds hotels

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
2.0 star property
0.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The place is very clean and the room is very cozy and we got to have some very good breakfast and that was close to the event that I was going to"
United States
Brittany
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

2. 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, (1,012 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The staff are fantastic, the room was great, and the breakfast was delicious. We loved the large, spacious room, and the bed was very comfortable."
United States
Diane
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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3. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
2.5 star property
9.7 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (190 reviews)
"One of the cleanest rooms I have ever stayed in"
United States
Merlin
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

4. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
6.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,847 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Abdifatah
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

5. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 9.2 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,196 reviews)
"Great place to stay with a family!"
United States
Breanna
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
3.0 star property
9.8 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"New, clean hotel in a good location and with friendly staff"
United States
Nicholas
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
7.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (707 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!"
United States
Larry
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
7.7 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,049 reviews)
"Nice place! Would stay again!"
United States
Paula
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
2.5 star property
9.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (889 reviews)
"Very clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Anahy
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston
An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

10. 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, (943 reviews)
"Nice staff and beautiful grounds"
United States
Stacia
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

11. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
7.8 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (378 reviews)
"New hotel and everything worked great!"
United States
Kristi
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
7.7 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean! Would stay here again!!"
United States
Karen
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
6.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (746 reviews)
"Breakfast was great"
United States
Kim
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
4.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and things in the area."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

15. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
11.5 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,236 reviews)
"Great place for family"
United States
Akacia
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Wildwood Lodge
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

16. 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, (1,424 reviews)
"Love the Bar and Restaurant also the Rooms were perfect with great staff in all locations."
United States
Christopher
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

17. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
7.6 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (965 reviews)
"I have stayed here before, it was perfect for my b night just passing through."
United States
Jessica
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

18. 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, (1,324 reviews)
"Breakfast fantastic!"
United States
Wayne
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

19. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
6.2 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Tom
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

20. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
10.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,941 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Jacklyn J
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
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Compare top hotels near Iowa State Fairgrounds

A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

2.0 star property
0.4 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
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An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Drake, 5.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
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Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.7 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
6.3 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
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A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 9.2 mi from Iowa State Fairgrounds
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7.2
Good
1,000 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,012 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
190 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,847 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,196 reviews
The price is £48
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The price is £78
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top Iowa State Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Room was super clean, spacious and staff was amazing and very helpful. The bar is super cool. Hint: speakeasy"
Wendy 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Other attractions near Iowa State Fairgrounds

A large government building with a golden dome, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Iowa State Capitol Building

9.0/10 (354 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa State Fairgrounds?
Iowa State Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 14 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Iowa State Fairgrounds?
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Iowa State Fairgrounds.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa State Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Iowa State Fairgrounds.
What can I see and do near Iowa State Fairgrounds?
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Science Center of Iowa and State Historical Museum of Iowa feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Learn about local history at Walnut Street Bridge and Temple Theater. You can catch a show at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.