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1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3.8 km from Water Works Park

Abdifatah

Rp1.377.125 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

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

9.9 km from Water Works Park

Dennis

Rp1.618.749 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5.8 km from Water Works Park

Larry

Rp2.109.843 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Nov - 28 Nov

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

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

3.8 km from Water Works Park

Tom

Rp1.894.280 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

5. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 3.9 km from Water Works Park

Christopher

Rp2.525.166 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

6. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

16.8 km from Water Works Park

Kristi

Rp1.640.399 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16.2 km from Water Works Park

Jeffrey

Rp2.134.544 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 4 km from Water Works Park

Cassandra

Rp1.876.333 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

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

9. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

11.2 km from Water Works Park

diane

Rp1.877.059 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television.

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

10.2 km from Water Works Park

Cynthia

Rp1.876.333 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

11. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

8.8 km from Water Works Park

Merlin

Rp1.704.851 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

8.9 km from Water Works Park

Nicholas

Rp1.765.227 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

12 km from Water Works Park

Rosalee

Rp1.805.282 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

14. Wildwood Lodge

9.4 km from Water Works Park

Akacia

Rp1.921.233 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

15. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10.2 km from Water Works Park

greg

Rp2.458.715 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern facade, stone exterior, and illuminated signage.

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

11.7 km from Water Works Park

Susan

Rp1.884.150 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, bar stools, round tables, and comfortable seating.

17. West Des Moines Marriott

11.8 km from Water Works Park

carl

Rp2.306.685 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

18. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

15.3 km from Water Works Park

Debra

Rp1.676.489 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

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

9.9 km from Water Works Park

Ashley

Rp1.532.863 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

20. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

11.5 km from Water Works Park

Dorenda

Rp1.877.059 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,838 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,019 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 707 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,414 reviews	View

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An arched stone doorway with a black door, surrounded by hexagonal tiles and snow on the ground.

Salisbury House

8.6/10 (45 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Des Moines with a stop at Salisbury House. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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

Des Lux Hotel

Downtown Des Moines

8/10 Good

Biljana

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

Norwalk

10/10 Excellent

Zoltan

A modern building with a sign that reads 'Staybridge Suites.' It features a mix of glass and brick facades, large windows, and a flat roof.

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Catherena

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

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Altoona

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Water Works Park?

Water Works Park is located in Des Moines. You'll find 372 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Water Works Park?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located 2.5 mi (3.9 km) from Water Works Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Water Works Park?

Expedia has 372 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Water Works Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Water Works Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Water Works Park.

What can I see and do near Water Works Park?

Study the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa or World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Temple Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place and Wooly's.

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1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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

3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

5. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

9. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

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

11. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

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

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

14. Wildwood Lodge

15. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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

17. West Des Moines Marriott

18. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

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

20. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

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Other attractions near Water Works Park

Salisbury House

Top Water Works Park Hotel Reviews

Des Lux Hotel

8/10 Good

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Water Works Park?

What's the best place to stay near Water Works Park?

How many hotels can I expect to find near Water Works Park?

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Water Works Park, will I receive a refund?

What can I see and do near Water Works Park?