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Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 1.1 km from Principal Park
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,072 reviews)
"Awesome staff, unique environment, great location"
United States
Tyler
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Des Lux Hotel

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 1.1 km from Principal Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,196 reviews)
"Great restaurant and coffee bar! Great staff!"
United States
Maggie
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 0.8 km from Principal Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
United States
Sal
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

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, 1 km from Principal Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, comfy bed, great breakfast!!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & 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, 1 km from Principal Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and good location for my work trip"
United States
Katie
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 1.2 km from Principal Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (426 reviews)
"Would not come back"
United States
Stephen
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 0.4 km from Principal Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (641 reviews)
"Room and staff were amazing"
United States
Jeanette
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.3 km from Principal Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The place was fantastic since the last time I was there"
United States
Maxemillian
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hilton 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, 1.6 km from Principal Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (459 reviews)
"Staff was nice and helpful. Room was clean and nicer than expected"
United States
Nadia
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 0.4 km from Principal Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The breakfast was awesome everyday and the rooms were pretty clean even though they were doing a little bit of remodeling when I stayed, they were able to keep it pretty clean"
United States
Ivet
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Principal Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Would definitely stay again. "
United States
Cody
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.6 km from Principal Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here when coming into town. Affordable, great breakfast, and easy to get too"
United States
Leah
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1 km from Principal Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in downtown Des Moines. I stayed for the Des Moines half marathon, and the hotel was a block from the finish line. An added benefit was the Saturday farmer's market a block from the hotel!"
United States
Brad
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 0.9 km from Principal Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
United States
Nina
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Principal Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, breakfast was decent and room was comfortable "
Canada
CHRIS
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Principal Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Location and staff!"
United States
Tobin
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Indianola Hills, 2.3 km from Principal Park
7.8 out of 10, Good, (658 reviews)
"Quick trip to Des Moines for a fancy dinner and a trip to the zoo. Clean, modern room and a very helpful front desk. Spent more on dinner than the room. 14th Street is busy, and you may need to do turnaround off a side street, but you can get to just about anything you need from there without much travel."
United States
Jason
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Cozy Rest Motel

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 3.7 km from Principal Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation i always stay here when in town!"
United States
Barbara
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 5.1 km from Principal Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff friendly and breakfast was great"
United States
Gerald
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hampton Inn 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, 5.1 km from Principal Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,812 reviews)
"Very comfortable room in a great area near the airport."
United States
Scott
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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Compare popular hotels close to Principal Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lobby sitting area
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,072 reviews
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Dinner served
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,196 reviews
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Restaurant
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Principal Park?
Principal Park is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 144 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Principal Park?
Adjacent to Principal Park, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options close by include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Des Lux Hotel.
How many hotels are there near Principal Park?
Expedia has 144 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Principal Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Principal Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Principal Park.
What can I see and do near Principal Park?
Study the collections at Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates or Des Moines Art Center. Explore notable local landmarks like Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Walnut Street Bridge. You can check out the local talent at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater.