𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝟭𝟬 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Polk City (2026)

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A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

A dining table with decorative items, including a Buddha statue, candle, and vases.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a view into the interior of a restaurant.

A spacious room with a large table in the center, surrounded by chairs. The room has large windows with multiple views of the outdoors.

1. Qube Hotel

Polk City

Jaime

₹7,152

₹8,484 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and a wall-mounted TV.

A modern kitchen with a blue-tiled backsplash, a built-in refrigerator, and a variety of breakfast items on the counter.

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

Robin

₹8,459

₹9,474 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

3. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

Grimes

Tyler

₹8,070

₹9,039 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

The exterior of Red Lion Inn & Suites with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and potted plants.

A gym with exercise equipment, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and two lamps.

A lobby with a high ceiling, wooden staircase, and multiple seating areas with patterned upholstery.

4. Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Grimes

Ivan

₹7,595

₹8,507 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bright ceiling light fixture.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

Christopher

₹7,519

₹8,422 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Ankeny

Gregory J

₹7,707

₹8,632 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, wooden accents, and modern furniture.

7. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

Carl

₹11,203

₹12,548 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

8. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Johnston

Jacklyn J

₹8,450

₹9,464 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

A swimming pool with clear lane markings, adjacent lounge chairs, and a no diving sign.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a buffet area with plates, and a view into the dining area.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

9. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Ankeny

Delta

₹7,606

₹8,519 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

Brian

₹8,887

₹9,953 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

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

11. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

gary

₹9,020

₹10,102 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a grassy area with trees.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered front porch and multiple windows.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a bookshelf.

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

Gayle

₹8,279

₹9,272 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

A spacious living area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Johnston

Lisa

₹9,603

₹10,756 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

A hotel reception area with a self-service kiosk, a refrigerator stocked with snacks, and a sign indicating a corner market.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs, and a colorful carpet.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

Urbandale

Aimee

₹8,272

₹9,265 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A breakfast area with a chalkboard sign, coffee machines, and a fruit bowl.

A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.

An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Johnston

Rosemary

₹5,649

₹6,327 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

16. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Ankeny

michael

₹9,264

₹10,376 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A My Place Hotel building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot in front.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

17. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

Ankeny

Christina

₹7,605

₹8,992 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a reception desk, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and large windows.

A snack display with various brands and a 'Welcome to Urbandale' sign above.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, metal chairs, and a safety sign.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Urbandale

Tabrasha

₹9,603

₹10,756 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a grill, seating, and string lights.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a sign indicating it is a Homewood Suites by Hilton.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, dining area, and kitchen in the background.

A modern dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central seating area with a TV screen.

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny

Ankeny

Judy

₹11,217

₹12,564 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

A hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.

A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a stone accent wall.

20. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Lovington

Colton

₹5,602

₹6,559 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare top hotels in Polk City

Qube Hotel Polk City View	La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston Johnston View	Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines Grimes View	Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes Grimes View	Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines Ankeny View
8.4 Very good 825 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 865 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 112 reviews	7.6 Good 670 reviews	8.8 Excellent 773 reviews
₹7,152 ₹8,484 total includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct	₹8,459 ₹9,474 total includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov	₹8,070 ₹9,039 total includes taxes & fees 3 Nov - 4 Nov	₹7,595 ₹8,507 total includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct	₹7,519 ₹8,422 total includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov

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Stay near popular Polk City attractions

Big Creek State Park

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Boasting Iowa's largest state park beach, Big Creek offers an 866-acre lake paradise for boating and fishing enthusiasts. Explore the 27-mile Neil Smith Trail or rent equipment for a perfect day on the water.

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Tournament Club of Iowa

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

This Arnold Palmer Signature Course winds through dramatic bluffs and ravines, challenging golfers with water hazards on 13 holes. Enjoy strategic play amid rolling hills and finish with a meal at the clubhouse.

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Polk City Community Library

The Polk City Community Library offers a diverse collection beyond books, including unique items like cake pans and mobile hotspots. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and engaging programmes for all ages in this welcoming community hub.

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Cherry Glen Recreation Area

This serene lakeside retreat offers electric-equipped picnic shelters and woodland trails for nature lovers. Reserve a shelter in advance to enjoy panoramic Saylorville Lake views while boating or fishing nearby.

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Big Creek Historical Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Big Creek Historical Museum during your travels in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Doc Simmer Memorial Park

Doc Simmer Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Polk City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Morse Family Park

After visiting Morse Family Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Polk City Square

Polk City Square stands as the only historic town square in Polk County, featuring a charming bandstand. Enjoy community events or a peaceful picnic amid this vibrant hub of small-town Iowa culture.

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Learn more about Polk City

Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Big Creek State Park for boating, fishing, and miles of scenic lakeside trails. Visit the Polk City Town Square for local shops, community events, and easy access to the High Trestle Trail.

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Top Polk City Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

8/10 Good

"Great location in West Des Moines. Suite was nice. Our only complaint the breakfast was nasty. The eggs and potatoes were over microwaved. Not much of a selection."

Des Lux Hotel

8/10 Good

"Very pleasant hotel, nicely furnished. Few good restaurants around. The room was very spacious , but that"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

8/10 Good

"401 or two nights stay on business in North Des Moines or on your way north or south it is perfect"

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"I would have liked a microwave in the room to warm up my coffee. 😀 Otherwise, great place to stay."

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

8/10 Good

"The beds and pillows are comfortable, clean rooms"

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great service and love the park and fly option"

More cheap stays in Polk City

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

₹5,602

₹6,559 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

7655 Office Plaza Dr N West Des Moines IA

₹5,980

₹6,698 total

26 Oct - 27 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

₹6,295

₹7,050 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

2500 University Blvd. Ames IA

₹8,195

₹9,179 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA

₹8,450

₹9,464 total

25 Nov - 26 Nov

includes taxes & fees

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA

₹8,459

₹9,474 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Polk City?

Qube Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. Two other options for your trip to the area are Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Polk City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Polk City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Polk City.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Polk City?

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston: Provides an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University and Wildwood Lodge are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Polk City.

What is staying in Polk City like?

Visitors to Polk City will definitely enjoy the golf courses and restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its lake views. In Polk City, there are 5 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Polk City.

What should I see while I'm in Polk City?

Natural beauty is on display at Saylorville Lake, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area and Oak Grove Recreation Area. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Big Creek State Park and Saylorville Lake Marina. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Polk City guide.

What's the weather like in Polk City?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Polk City are January, February, November and April, with each month seeing an average of 14 cm of snowfall.

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1. Qube Hotel

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

3. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

4. Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

7. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

8. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

9. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

12. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

13. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

16. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

17. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny

20. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Compare top hotels in Polk City

Qube Hotel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Stay near popular Polk City attractions

Big Creek State Park

Tournament Club of Iowa

Polk City Community Library

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Big Creek Historical Museum

Doc Simmer Memorial Park

Morse Family Park

Polk City Square

Learn more about Polk City

Top Polk City Hotel Reviews

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Des Lux Hotel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

More cheap stays in Polk City

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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