The Best Hotels Closest to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge in Prairie City - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A snack display with various packaged foods and a sign indicating a peak inside for personal items.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, a large welcome sign, and a self-service kiosk.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

19.7 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Christy

₹10,600

₹11,872 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a well-lit entrance.

A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a mirrored wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a blue ceiling, and a 'Poolside is my vibe' sign on the wall.

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

19.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

todd m

₹10,595

₹11,867 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A row of white, multi-story hotel buildings with a flat roof and large windows.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large television mounted on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a seating area, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

15.1 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

William

₹6,460

₹7,236 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, large columns, and a brick facade.

A vending machine stocked with various beverages and snacks, including sodas, juices, and chips.

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

A modern hotel reception area with a grey and wood panel wall, a reception desk, and a blue counter.

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

19.6 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Jodi

₹10,528

₹11,792 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and multiple seating areas around the pool.

An indoor pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

18.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Edwin

₹7,075

₹7,924 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a microwave.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Woodspring Suites." It features a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A person operating a front-loading washing machine in a laundromat with multiple machines.

A hallway with a green wall, a wooden floor, a mirror, and a reception desk.

6. WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

19 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Vannessa

₹6,221

₹6,968 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A two-story building with a green roof and beige walls, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole with an American flag.

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

A hotel hallway with carpeted floors and doors on both sides.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a lamp, a microwave, and a remote control.

7. Colfax Inn

15.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Deano

₹5,599

₹6,271 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 729 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 99 reviews	View
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton	7.6 Good 626 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 817 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines	7.8 Good 1,008 reviews	View

Top Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

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 ."

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, outside around the building needs a lot of maintenance and cleaning"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and great breakfast"

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

8/10 Good

"Have stayed here several times now. The pancake machine is fun…we just like waffles better. Still good bfast. Always friendly. Will return."

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

10/10 Excellent

"Jjjj"

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

8/10 Good

"The only issue was parking. It was state fair time and they didn’t police the parking during my stay."

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

10/10 Excellent

"It was a nice, clean room. Great place to stay."

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Is good and relaxing please to stay"

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Toad Valley Golf Course

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Great Escape

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Trainland U.S.A.

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

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Copper Creek Golf Course

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

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Cinemark Altoona

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Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

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Valle Drive In

7.4/10 (19 reviews)

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Westwood Municipal Golf Course

7.0/10 (8 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge?

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is located in Prairie City. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge?

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. You'll find it 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Other good choices around the area include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge.

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1. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

2. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

3. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

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

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines