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A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.8 km from Iowa Events Center

Bobbi

₹14,443

₹16,177 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

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

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

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 1 km from Iowa Events Center

Karen

₹11,836

₹13,256 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

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

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 2.7 km from Iowa Events Center

Cassandra

₹8,798

₹9,854 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A spacious living area with a large black marble fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern bar area with orange chairs.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.8 km from Iowa Events Center

Brett

₹16,048

₹17,974 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from Iowa Events Center

Joe

₹9,401

₹10,529 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, framed artwork, a reception desk, and a seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Iowa Events Center

Emily

₹10,825

₹12,124 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A table set with white flowers, candles, and silverware, suggesting a formal dining setting.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a stage, and two large screens.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a digital clock, and a power outlet.

A hotel room with a seating area, two standing lamps, and a small table with a vase.

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.2 km from Iowa Events Center

Sweta

₹13,159

₹15,181 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent '207' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

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

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

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from Iowa Events Center

CINDY

₹9,108

₹10,201 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a central bar area.

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

A hallway with a bull head sculpture, a cabinet with bottles, and a modern light fixture.

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 0.9 km from Iowa Events Center

Marcia

₹14,343

₹16,065 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

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

A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from Iowa Events Center

Thomas

₹8,798

₹9,854 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A reception area with two reception desks, a white table, and two armchairs.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

11. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1 km from Iowa Events Center

Nicole

₹11,197

₹12,541 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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.

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Nancy

₹12,819

₹14,358 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 modern living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1 km from Iowa Events Center

April

₹10,045

₹11,250 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large punch bowl, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a modern lamp, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Iowa Events Center

Greg

₹12,819

₹14,358 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, artwork, and indoor plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window with curtains.

A gift shop with snack displays and a microwave. Signs direct to the front desk for purchases.

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Iowa Events Center

Candy

₹12,381

₹13,866 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

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

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Felicia

₹10,445

₹11,699 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Debbie

₹12,914

₹14,464 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Wildwood Lodge

12.6 km from Iowa Events Center

Akacia

₹9,718

₹10,884 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11.9 km from Iowa Events Center

Shazia

₹11,219

₹12,566 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

20. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

12.2 km from Iowa Events Center

Merlin

₹7,991

₹8,950 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Iowa Events Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,108 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,383 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View

Top Iowa Events Center Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Hotel was clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was good."

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

"Great customer service- allowed me to have a late check out so I could come back and shower after I finished running my marathon. Very accommodating!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Unfortunately the pool was closed for remodel which we didn’t know prior but the staff at the front desk was very helpful and let the kids have a treat as a conciliation. The shuttle was so convenient to have as a part of our stay so we could just enjoy our visit. Room was clean and it was nice they came in and brought fresh towels. Most places don’t even provide that anymore."

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel in the heart of the city. Lot's of restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. Loved Hessen Haus german restaurant."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was great. I asked for some additional pillows and 8 were on the bed when we got there. Awesome. I would highly recommend."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Always book here when I come to Des Moines. Rooms are well taken care of and the staff is nice and friendly."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"The room was somewhat clean and everyone was nice. There were a couple of items that were detached from the wall in the bathroom. It's an older hotel so there could be improvements and updates with the furniture. The fast elevators and complimentary breakfasts were probably the best part and the location was close to the convention center."

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing downtown hotel! We had a beautiful corner room on the 10th floor and absolutely loved our stay. The historic charm and attention to detail throughout the entire hotel were incredible. Everywhere we looked, there was something unique to admire. We only stayed for one night, but we truly wished we could have stayed longer! The hotel offers fantastic amenities and is within walking distance of so many wonderful restaurants. Valet parking was a great convenience, and every staff member we encountered was courteous, welcoming, and friendly. We had such a wonderful experience and will definitely be back for another visit. Highly recommend!"

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

10/10 Excellent

"Clean updated hotel , lobby was great bar was nice . Shuttle ride to airport which was convenient"

Other attractions near Iowa Events Center

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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EMC Expo Center

8.4/10 (188 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in EMC Expo Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center

9.0/10 (23 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Casey's Center

8.8/10 (976 reviews)

Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World Food Prize Hall of Laureates during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Des Moines Civic Center

8.8/10 (374 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Des Moines Civic Center during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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Ruan Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines when you take a trip to Ruan Center. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa Events Center?

Iowa Events Center 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 153 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Iowa Events Center?

Adjacent to Iowa Events Center, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center 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 within a short distance include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Iowa Events Center?

Expedia has 153 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Iowa Events Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa Events Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Iowa Events Center.

What can I see and do near Iowa Events Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Science Center of Iowa and Des Moines Art Center. Sights like Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Walnut Street Bridge are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Iowa Events Center hotels

1. Des Lux Hotel

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

11. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

18. Wildwood Lodge

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

20. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

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Top Iowa Events Center Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Des Lux Hotel

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Other attractions near Iowa Events Center

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

EMC Expo Center

Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center

Casey's Center

Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Des Moines Civic Center

Ruan Center

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