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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 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.

1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 2.9 km from Knapp Center

LaSeana

₹12,320

₹13,798 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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.

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

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 0.5 km from Knapp Center

Ashley

₹9,996

₹11,195 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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

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

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

3. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.9 km from Knapp Center

Julie

₹15,341

₹17,697 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.5 km from Knapp Center

joseph

₹8,755

₹9,806 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

5. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Knapp Center

Mary

₹5,141

₹12,108 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

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.

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.

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Knapp Center

Mark

₹9,610

₹10,763 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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.

7. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Knapp Center

Jayson

₹13,513

₹15,134 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

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

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

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.9 km from Knapp Center

RYAN

₹10,583

₹11,853 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A hotel room with a beige sofa, a teal ottoman, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a cabinet.

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

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

9. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 2.3 km from Knapp Center

Debbie

₹13,701

₹15,346 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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.

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

9.1 km from Knapp Center

Shazia

₹10,770

₹12,063 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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

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

11. Wildwood Lodge

10.1 km from Knapp Center

Paul

₹9,142

₹10,239 total

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 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.

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

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.6 km from Knapp Center

Galen

₹11,235

₹12,583 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.

13. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.6 km from Knapp Center

JAVIER

₹6,024

₹6,747 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

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

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

12.6 km from Knapp Center

Tiff

₹10,780

₹12,074 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

12.4 km from Knapp Center

gary

₹9,922

₹11,113 total

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.

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.

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

16. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

13.1 km from Knapp Center

Nathan

₹8,446

₹9,459 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

12.7 km from Knapp Center

Robert

₹12,473

₹13,970 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

A modern bar area with a white countertop, black bar stools, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

A modern living room with a fireplace, green upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

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

13.2 km from Knapp Center

Jodi

₹9,064

₹10,152 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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 hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

19. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 9.6 km from Knapp Center

Paul

₹9,237

₹10,345 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

A hallway with a door, shelves stocked with snacks, and a refrigerator with beverages.

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

20. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 3.6 km from Knapp Center

Dawn R.

₹10,772

₹12,065 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Knapp Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,293 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Hilton Des Moines Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 506 reviews	View
Kasa Downtown Des Moines	9.0 Wonderful 125 reviews	View

Top Knapp Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"Breakfast"

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was great and staff very friendly"

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice and clean I enjoyed my stay"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8/10 Good

"Other than the pool being very loud, bad acoustics. It was a great stay."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Hotel is outdated but seemed to be fairly clean and well cared for. Most of the staff was nice and helpful."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms are very clean and comfortable."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I don't have time to review every hotel I stay at1 This place was fine, but they were doing construction work, so it was a bit noisy. Nothing terrible though."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"The young man that checked us in was outstanding and we were able to check in early. The hotel room was clean and comfortable but the elevators and outside landscape could use a little clean up. Breakfast was ok but not a fan of it. Parking is $20 per day so we'll find another hotel next time :("

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great place to stay and it was clean. I was charged for a damaged side table that was damaged prior to my arrival. They investigated and realized I was not the one who damaged the side table and returned the fee they initially charged."

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Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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La Casa Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to La Casa Cultural Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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Black Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Black Cultural Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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Burns United Methodist Church

Burns United Methodist Church is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Explore the campus of The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House as part of your travels around Des Moines. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Hoyt Sherman Place

8.2/10 (191 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Hoyt Sherman Place on your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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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 great live music and lively festivals.

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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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Knapp Center?

Knapp Center is located in Des Moines. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 64 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Knapp Center?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University 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 just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Knapp Center. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to Knapp Center?

Expedia has 64 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Knapp Center.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Knapp Center.

What can I see and do near Knapp Center?

You'll want to browse the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater and Wooly's if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Knapp Center hotels

1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

5. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

6. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

7. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

9. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11. Wildwood Lodge

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

13. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

15. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

16. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

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

19. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

20. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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Top Knapp Center Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Other attractions near Knapp Center

Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center

La Casa Cultural Center

Black Cultural Center

Burns United Methodist Church

The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Hoyt Sherman Place

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Terrace Hill

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