Hotels near Principal Park Des Moines

Q: What are the best hotels near Principal Park?

Guests love staying at Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection , which is a hotel near Principal Park. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown is another well-reviewed hotel and is just steps away. You'll find 971 hotels, vacation rentals, and more lodging options to choose from in the surrounding area.

Q: Which hotels near Principal Park have rooms with great views?

At Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection , there are rooms where you can take in the city views. The hotel is steps from Principal Park. Also recommended is Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton , which has rooms with city views.

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Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 1.1 km from Principal Park

CNY1,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 1.1 km from Principal Park

CNY1,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 17 - Jan 18

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 1 km from Principal Park

CNY695 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.8 km from Principal Park

CNY1,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1 km from Principal Park

CNY696 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Principal Park

CNY1,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 1.2 km from Principal Park

CNY1,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.3 km from Principal Park

CNY1,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.6 km from Principal Park

CNY732 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 22 - Jan 23

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.4 km from Principal Park

CNY698 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; American cuisine

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Principal Park

CNY1,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.4 km from Principal Park

CNY749 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 1 km from Principal Park

CNY1,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 6 - Feb 7

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Principal Park

CNY857 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.9 km from Principal Park

CNY890 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Principal Park

CNY726 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cozy Rest Motel

Indianola Hills, 2.3 km from Principal Park

CNY562 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.7 km from Principal Park

CNY698 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 17 - Jan 18

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

7.2 km from Principal Park

CNY929 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 26 - Jan 27

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

11.8 km from Principal Park

CNY856 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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Other landmarks near Principal Park

Science Center of Iowa

Science Center of Iowa is just one of the attractions in Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Des Moines has to offer, head to Polk County Courthouse, Principal Park, and Des Moines Civic Center.

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Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market in Downtown Des Moines and take in the atmosphere.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Principal Park?

Guests love staying at Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection, which is a hotel near Principal Park.
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown is another well-reviewed hotel and is just steps away.
You'll find 971 hotels, vacation rentals, and more lodging options to choose from in the surrounding area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Principal Park?

You can find a variety of room prices on Hotels.com depending on where you plan to go and when. To see the lowest rates available, filter by your preferred criteria and sort by price.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY562

What cheap hotels are close to Principal Park?

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is a budget-friendly hotel near Principal Park and offers a free buffet breakfast, free parking, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle.
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is another low-cost option a short drive away.

Can I find hotels close to Principal Park that are fully refundable?

Yes, many hotels offer refundable room reservations if you cancel prior to the cancellation deadline. To find refundable rates, select the "Fully refundable" filter when searching for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to Principal Park that offer these rates are Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection and Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton.

What are the best romantic hotels near Principal Park?

For travelers looking for a romantic stay, Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection offers 2 restaurants, couples/private dining, and proposal/romance packages. It's steps from Principal Park.
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel is another great choice, and it's just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to Principal Park with free breakfast?

You can begin your day with a free buffet breakfast at Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown, which is steps from Principal Park.
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is also a recommended place to stay with a free full breakfast, and it's located just steps away.

Which hotels near Principal Park have rooms with great views?

At Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection, there are rooms where you can take in the city views. The hotel is steps from Principal Park.
Also recommended is Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton, which has rooms with city views.

What are the best family hotels close to Principal Park?

Keep the family happy with a stay at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown which offers free cribs, children's meals, and an indoor pool. Principal Park is just steps away.
Also consider Hilton Des Moines Downtown as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Principal Park?

Pamper yourself with a stay at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton, which is steps from Principal Park and has a restaurant called Proudfoot & Bird where you can enjoy a convenient meal.
Another luxurious option is Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton, which is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Principal Park with free parking?

Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Principal Park.
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center also has free parking and is a short drive away.

What are the best hotels near Principal Park with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the indoor pool at Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown. Principal Park is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.

What cheap motels can I book close to Principal Park?

To save on your stay near Principal Park, take a look at Cozy Rest Motel, which offers parking and concierge services.
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East is another inexpensive motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Principal Park?

Before catching an event or game at Principal Park, you might want to see local attractions like Casey's Center, Des Moines Civic Center, and Iowa State Capitol Building.
Other places in the area are Hoyt Sherman Place, Val Air Ballroom, and Blank Park Zoo.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Principal Park?

Your pet companion can join you at Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection, which is steps from Principal Park.
Another pet-friendly spot is Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown.

Hotels near Principal Park Des Moines

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Where to stay near Principal Park?

Des Lux Hotel

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Cozy Rest Motel

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Other landmarks near Principal Park

Science Center of Iowa

Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market

Polk County Courthouse

Des Moines Civic Center

Walnut Street Bridge

Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Ruan Center

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