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Our top choices for Science Center of Iowa hotels

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1. Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Indianola Hills, 2.7 km from Science Center of Iowa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (664 reviews)
"Clean"
United States
Tabatha
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Cozy Rest Motel
Dinner served

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 0.8 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,228 reviews)
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Basic Double Room

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (690 reviews)
"Super great hotel with awesome amenities. We were blown on away at how clean and nice the front desk man was. We will be back to stay here next time we are passing thru."
United States
Jacquelyn
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Front of property

4. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
13 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,225 reviews)
"Great hotel all away around !"
United States
Carolyn
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Wildwood Lodge
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
14.2 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (915 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Boyd
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers

6. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
12.5 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,861 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Terri
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace

7. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
3.0 star property
13.7 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Cleanroom, comfortable beds, friendly staff."
United States
Kathy
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA
Interior entrance

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
17 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (752 reviews)
"The breakfast was very good and quote a selection. The staff were so nice and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay there."
United States
Chris
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
Indoor pool

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

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
3.0 star property
13.4 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Cleanest and nicest hotel pool we've experienced in years and the biggest hotel hot tub! Location very convenient being right off interstate"
United States
Kayla
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA
Terrace/patio

10. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900 reviews)
"Lovely view decent breakfast !"
United States
HEIDI
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Free daily continental breakfast

11. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
2.0 star property
14 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (826 reviews)
"This was an affordable and well-maintained hotel."
United States
Jason
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines
Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
15.7 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (795 reviews)
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
Reception

13. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 5.3 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great hotel. Great staff, comfortable place to stay."
United States
Timothy
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free WiFi, bed sheets

14. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
15.9 km from Science Center of Iowa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (959 reviews)
"I like everything about the hotel and the staff is very friendly"
United States
Lillian
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Reception

15. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
2.5 star property
19.4 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (708 reviews)
"Clean, staff was courteous and the bed was really amazingly comfortable."
United States
Lynn
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Indoor pool

16. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,403 reviews)
"Great place to stay, would stay there again , and recommend it to anyone."
United States
Norman
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
View from property

17. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

Aloft by Marriott Waukee
3.0 star property
19.6 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Great location next to Vibrant Hall"
United States
Steve
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Aloft by Marriott Waukee
Lobby

18. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
3.0 star property
15.6 km from Science Center of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Property was clean, updated, and staff was very nice."
United States
Jessie
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Exterior

19. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
14 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms"
United States
Juli
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines
Lobby

20. Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Science Center of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (519 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was good"
United States
Rubyt
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
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Compare popular hotels close to Science Center of Iowa

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Standard Room
Cozy Rest Motel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
664 reviews
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Dinner served
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,228 reviews
View
Basic Double Room
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
690 reviews
View
Front of property
Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,225 reviews
View
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
915 reviews
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Top Science Center of Iowa Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Would stay there again."
Meg 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Hotels near other Science Center of Iowa attractions

Principal Park

8.6/10 (133 reviews)
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Science Center of Iowa?
Science Center of Iowa 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 148 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Science Center of Iowa?
Adjacent to Science Center of Iowa, 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 can I expect to find near Science Center of Iowa?
Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Science Center of Iowa.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Science Center of Iowa, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Science Center of Iowa.
What can I see and do near Science Center of Iowa?
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Des Moines Art Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Walnut Street Bridge are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater.