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Our top choices for Fort Des Moines Museum hotels

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Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (610)
"Nice place "
United States
Galen
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Reception
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (613)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Brenda
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport
Reception
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (684)
"Room was clean and very conveniently located close to the airport. Love that we can park vehicle there and they provide shuttle service to the airport. "
United States
Jill
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport
Free daily continental breakfast
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed, and convenient shuttle."
United States
Cullanete
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.0 star property
Watrous South, 2.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1687)
"Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!"
United States
Kevin
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
3.0 star property
Watrous South, 2.4 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (597)
"Great staff, clean room "
United States
Kenny
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free daily buffet breakfast
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great staff very helpful. "
United States
Cleo and Michaelle
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
Watrous South, 2 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (135)
"Hotel was great "
United States
Michele
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 6.8 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1028)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with very friendly staff."
United States
Scott
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Des Lux Hotel
Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 6.7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Property amenity
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
3.0 star property
6.5 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"We would stay there again"
United States
Mark
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 6.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great hotel"
United States
Grant
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 7.1 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1167)
"Convenient location to restaurants"
United States
Sally
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 7 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Staff was amazing. Room, pool, breakfast all spectacular. Enjoyed our stay. Will tell our friends and family and will come back "
United States
Amanda
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 6.1 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (976)
"Great room, good breakfast. "
United States
Jason
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 8.9 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Lounge
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 7.2 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 7.3 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean, good service"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Exterior
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 7.6 km from Fort Des Moines Museum
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (397)
"Clean room, quiet, excellent breakfast. "
United States
Randy
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
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Top Fort Des Moines Museum Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff, clean room, comfy bed, and convenient shuttle."
Cullanete 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hotels near other Fort Des Moines Museum attractions

Gray’s Lake Park

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.
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Blank Park Zoo

4.2/5 (246 reviews)
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Blank Park Zoo during your trip to Des Moines? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fort Des Moines Museum?
Fort Des Moines Museum is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. You'll find 262 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best hotel to stay near Fort Des Moines Museum?
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Fort Des Moines Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Fort Des Moines Museum?
Expedia has 262 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Fort Des Moines Museum.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fort Des Moines Museum, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Fort Des Moines Museum.
What can I see and do near Fort Des Moines Museum?
You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Iowa Hall of Pride. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Temple Theater and Walnut Street Bridge. You can watch performances at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Wooly's and Hoyt Sherman Place if you're interested in local theatre.