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Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
2.5 star property
0.7 km from Great Escape
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (970 reviews)
"good place to stay"
United States
Tammy
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
2.5 star property
1 km from Great Escape
6.2 out of 10, (175 reviews)
"The room was very clean, staff were very friendly and always nice … me and my family will definitely be staying here again "
United States
Porsha
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Great Escape
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,520 reviews)
"Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept. "
United States
Debra
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Exterior
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Great Escape
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (568 reviews)
"Staff was great, rooms were clean but could use some maintenance."
United States
Craymond
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Great Escape
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (852 reviews)
"Very clean, staff was amazing!"
United States
Mariah
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
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Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Great Escape
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (680 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
7 km from Great Escape
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (948 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
Bret
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
7 km from Great Escape
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (475 reviews)
"Staff was super helpful."
United States
mary
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
8.2 km from Great Escape
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (750 reviews)
"Great Hotel! "
United States
Erica
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
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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
9.3 km from Great Escape
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"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 €86
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lobby sitting area
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Great Escape
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,036 reviews)
"Very good and awesome hotel! "
United States
Matt
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Des Lux Hotel
Free WiFi
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
8 km from Great Escape
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Everything was very clean, and the staff was very helpful and kind. Quiet hotel and easy to access all the different places. "
United States
Larissa
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
2.0 star property
4.6 km from Great Escape
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room not bad"
United States
Edmond
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
Dinner served
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
10.6 km from Great Escape
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,076 reviews)
"Clean hotel from top to bottom, friendly staff, and great food! "
United States
John
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Great Escape
7.8 out of 10, Good, (911 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast choices"
United States
Marcia
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
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
12.5 km from Great Escape
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
2.5 star property
6.2 km from Great Escape
7.8 out of 10, Good, (704 reviews)
"Good"
Mexico
Ivan
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Exterior
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
9.1 km from Great Escape
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Indoor pool, pool loungers
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
10.6 km from Great Escape
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (983 reviews)
"Great room, good breakfast. "
United States
Jason
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Restaurant
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
10.2 km from Great Escape
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Staff ! "
United States
Susan
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
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Top Great Escape Hotel Reviews

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

10/10 Excellent
"I did not receive my deposit back "
Jerrius 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Hotels near other Great Escape attractions

Iowa State Fairgrounds

4.3/5 (512 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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Copper Creek Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Copper Creek Golf Course. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Great Escape?
Great Escape is located in Pleasant Hill. You'll find 62 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Great Escape?
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines 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 just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Great Escape. Another good option is WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Great Escape?
Expedia has 62 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Great Escape.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Great Escape, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Great Escape.
What can I see and do near Great Escape?
You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and Easter Lake Park. Create some family memories at Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Copper Creek Golf Course and Grand View Golf Course are worth a stop while you're in the area.