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Our top choices for State Historical Museum of Iowa hotels

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1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 1.8 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,228 reviews)
"clean room and amazing staff!!!!!!"
United States
Lejla
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Restaurant

2. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 1.4 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Great location"
United States
Mark
The price is €183
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Indoor pool, pool loungers

3. 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, 2 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, comfy bed, great breakfast!!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
BBQ/picnic Area

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (477 reviews)
"Pretty clean and quite!! The staff was pretty helpful and kind. Free parking. Convenient location. The only it might need to be perfect is pool"
United States
Miguel
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
Terrace/patio

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Overall great hotel. Upscale facilities, nice main space, good rooms. Need to add streaming to TVs and would prefer walk in showers to bathtubs."
United States
Brett
The price is €179
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

6. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 0.3 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (433 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff, bar on the rooftop is amazing."
United States
James
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

7. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Would definitely stay again. "
United States
Cody
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Property amenity

8. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 1 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (660 reviews)
"Room and staff were amazing"
United States
Jeanette
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
Standard Room

9. Cozy Rest Motel

Cozy Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Indianola Hills, 3 km from State Historical Museum 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
Indoor pool

10. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
12.8 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (345 reviews)
"Clean and nice area"
United States
Steve
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
Front of property

11. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
13.7 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,226 reviews)
"Great hotel all away around !"
United States
Carolyn
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Wildwood Lodge
Lobby

12. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 10.5 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,190 reviews)
"Clean comfy bed, great accommodations."
United States
Alicia
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

13. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
2.0 star property
13.9 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
6.0 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"It was quiet. The bed was decent. It was a bit rundown."
United States
Julie
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Terrace/patio

14. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
10.6 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900 reviews)
"Lovely view decent breakfast !"
United States
HEIDI
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
Property amenity

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
3.0 star property
12.7 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (122 reviews)
"New, clean hotel in a good location and with friendly staff"
United States
Nicholas
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
Lobby

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
14.4 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"The room and property were extremely clean. Building very well maintained. Everything was perfect."
United States
Phil
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Exterior

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
13.2 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,074 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly, nice pool area, breakfast very very good, comfortable bedding, hot showers."
United States
Renee
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

18. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
13.2 km from State Historical Museum 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
Lobby

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
3.0 star property
12.6 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"Best hotel experience on my whole trip. Place was very clean and room was very spacious. Breakfast was great and staff was lovely."
United States
Greg
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale
Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
14.5 km from State Historical Museum of Iowa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (795 reviews)
"Loved the big breakfast!"
United States
Michael
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
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Compare popular hotels close to State Historical Museum of Iowa

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Dinner served
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,228 reviews
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Restaurant
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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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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BBQ/picnic Area
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
477 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
999 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around State Historical Museum of Iowa?
State Historical Museum 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 119 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to State Historical Museum of Iowa?
Adjacent to State Historical Museum of Iowa, Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG 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 Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center.
How many hotels should I expect to find near State Historical Museum of Iowa?
Expedia has 119 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from State Historical Museum of Iowa.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near State Historical Museum of Iowa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near State Historical Museum of Iowa.
What can I see and do near State Historical Museum 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. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Walnut Street Bridge and Temple Theater. You can catch a show at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater.