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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted artwork depicting a sunset.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot in front.

A waiting area with a brown sofa, two armchairs, and a blue chair.

A reception area with a marble counter, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

1. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

9.7 km from Water Works Park

Julie

€53

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a kitchenette.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 4 km from Water Works Park

Jennifer

€101

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 5.2 km from Water Works Park

Michael

€91

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 5.1 km from Water Works Park

Terry

€98

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

5. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 3.8 km from Water Works Park

Tracy

€103

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

6. Wildwood Lodge

9.4 km from Water Works Park

Carolyn

€106

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 4.7 km from Water Works Park

Julie

€145

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A multi-level atrium with a central pool, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.

A spacious indoor venue with a pool, multiple dining areas with round tables and chairs, and a high ceiling with a blue and white design.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central pool, outdoor seating areas, and multiple balconies.

8. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 4.8 km from Water Works Park

Reginald

€98

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

9. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

8.8 km from Water Works Park

Scott

€78

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.

A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 4.8 km from Water Works Park

joseph

€89

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small seating area, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

A hotel lobby with a leather sofa, dining area, kitchen, and large windows with curtains.

A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

11. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 3.8 km from Water Works Park

Nicholas

€66

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 4.3 km from Water Works Park

clayton

€138

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and two lamps.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 3.9 km from Water Works Park

James

€65

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A modern hallway with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A bar area with a polished bar counter, a variety of bottles and glasses, and a well-lit ambiance.

14. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

5.3 km from Water Works Park

Jennifer

€129

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel with a prominent Staybridge Suites sign, large windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A hot tub with a tiled wall and metal railings.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and lounge chairs by the poolside.

15. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 5.3 km from Water Works Park

Gerry

€105

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, a TV, and a large window with a view.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 4.8 km from Water Works Park

Lauren

€101

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

17. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 3.9 km from Water Works Park

Isira

€125

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

A buffet setup with various food items, including fruits and cereals, and a soup station.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a matching ottoman, a flat-screen TV on a wooden desk, a standing lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5.8 km from Water Works Park

Galen

€126

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

19. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 5.2 km from Water Works Park

Michelle

€125

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a dresser.

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

20. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

9.3 km from Water Works Park

Lindsay

€96

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Top Water Works Park Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"No negative comments"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"The hotel was clean.Our room was clean.We stayed 2 nights, and they did bring us clean towels for the 2nd day.Breakfast was disappointing, but other than that, everything seemed fine. Not the best place I've ever stayed, not the worst place I've ever stayed. The people seemed friendly. They even allowed me to get plates and napkins and forks.When we got back from the wedding That we went to late on saturday night so that we could eat quietly in our room. I thought that was nice ."

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"very good people and property"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great Experience"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and great breakfast"

Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect spot for my needs. I am a retired traveler, and this place had everything I needed. The photos are accurate, the apartment was very clean, and everything worked properly. It is in a great location with plenty of restaurants and nightlife within walking distance (the Thai restaurant in the building was a huge bonus). It is in walking distance of the Capitol Building, the sculpture garden, and Gray's Lake. It is on a major surface road, but there was zero noise in the apartment. All-in-all, just a great spot to be. I would certainly stay there again. I really enjoyed it."

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

8/10 Good

"Nice older house in a great neighborhood. Great value. Nice back yard. Very clean and functional. "

Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was exactly as it was described and it was everything we hoped for and more. The spaces were set up to be able to enjoy the quality family time we were seeking. "

Beautiful 2BR N of Grand near Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great place, clean, organized, well maintained and the hosts have made it a comfortable cozy welcoming space. So well stocked with everything you need to make it easy to be away from home. Great location."

Other attractions near Water Works Park

An arched stone doorway with a black door, surrounded by hexagonal tiles and snow on the ground.

Salisbury House

8.6/10 (45 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Des Moines with a stop at Salisbury House. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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A modern interior with a wooden staircase, white walls, and hanging abstract art.

Des Moines Art Center

8.8/10 (103 reviews)

Spend time admiring the architectural lines of this art and education center before heading inside to view its outstanding collection.

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A concrete bridge over a river with metal railings, surrounded by dense green trees.

Gray’s Lake Park

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

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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Valley Junction

8.6/10 (98 reviews)

During your visit to West Des Moines, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Valley Junction. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Lauridsen Amphitheater

You can enjoy a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater during your stay in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Val Air Ballroom

8.0/10 (107 reviews)

After visiting Val Air Ballroom, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Des Moines Community Playhouse

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can get tickets for a performance at Des Moines Community Playhouse during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Terrace Hill

4.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Terrace Hill. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Water Works Park?

Water Works Park is located in Des Moines. You'll find 400 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Water Works Park?

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 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Water Works Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Water Works Park?

Expedia has 400 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Water Works Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Water Works Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Water Works Park.

What can I see and do near Water Works Park?

Study the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa or World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Walnut Street Bridge are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for Water Works Park hotels

1. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

5. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

6. Wildwood Lodge

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

8. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

9. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

11. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

14. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

15. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

17. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

19. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

20. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Top Water Works Park Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Sleepover | Charming 1BD/1BA - Downtown Des Moines

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame

Beautiful 2BR N of Grand near Downtown

Other attractions near Water Works Park

Salisbury House

Des Moines Art Center

Gray’s Lake Park

Valley Junction

Lauridsen Amphitheater

Val Air Ballroom

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Terrace Hill

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