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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

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

1. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

7 km from Watercrest Park

gary

₹9,922

₹11,113 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

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.

2. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

7.7 km from Watercrest Park

MARION

₹9,336

₹10,456 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

7.9 km from Watercrest Park

Annette

₹7,493

₹8,392 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

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

4. Wildwood Lodge

17.9 km from Watercrest Park

Paul

₹9,142

₹10,239 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading "QUBE HOTEL," a framed certificate, a digital screen, and a plant.

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

5. Qube Hotel

6.6 km from Watercrest Park

Frank

₹7,577

₹8,958 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

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

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

8 km from Watercrest Park

Edwin

₹8,845

₹10,378 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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 cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

7. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11 km from Watercrest Park

Susan

₹9,231

₹10,338 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.

A gym with treadmills, a pool, and a motivational wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

8. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

4.5 km from Watercrest Park

MELINDA

₹9,221

₹10,327 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

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.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

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

7.8 km from Watercrest Park

Dave

₹8,214

₹9,199 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

6.5 km from Watercrest Park

Christopher

₹8,032

₹8,996 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 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 restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

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

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15.3 km from Watercrest Park

Ashley

₹9,996

₹11,195 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 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.

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12 km from Watercrest Park

Shazia

₹10,770

₹12,063 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

11.9 km from Watercrest Park

Jean

₹9,064

₹10,151 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern retail space with a central island stocked with beverages, surrounded by shelves of snacks and packaged goods.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

4.5 km from Watercrest Park

Ervin

₹11,586

₹12,976 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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.

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

9.9 km from Watercrest Park

Daisy

₹5,623

₹6,298 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

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

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

16. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

17.2 km from Watercrest Park

LaSeana

₹12,320

₹13,798 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A pool area with a blue pool, metal pool ladders, and a chair with a towel.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, a chair, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern cafe with seating arrangements, a coffee machine, and a television.

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

17.9 km from Watercrest Park

rick

₹9,355

₹10,478 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

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

18. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

8.3 km from Watercrest Park

Amy

₹9,221

₹10,327 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

19. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

16.7 km from Watercrest Park

Sarah

₹8,505

₹9,525 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

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

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

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

20. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

8 km from Watercrest Park

Michelle

₹9,271

₹10,383 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Watercrest Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 362 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 947 reviews	View
GrandStay Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 796 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,223 reviews	View
Qube Hotel	8.4 Very good 790 reviews	View

Top Watercrest Park Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Close to home"

Qube Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"It is odd that this hotel is in a neighborhood. Very comfortable beds. Clean hotel. Quiet. Never heard another door shut. However, the town rolls up the sidewalks at 9:00 PM, so you better eat early. Will stay again!"

Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area

10/10 Excellent

"Was quiet clean and easy to find"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was great - I had a bunch of girls with me for a birthday party, and the woman who was running breakfast was so considerate of them. It was very nice to see. I wish I would have caught her name!"

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, quiet, and a great breakfast!"

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"was a great location for all of our needs. felt very safe in the area would definitely stay there again"

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"As advertised"

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The room was large, but it did have a musty smell. The breakfast was great. The check-in was easy."

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay! Spacious rooms, nice amenities, great breakfast and clean rooms."

Other attractions near Watercrest Park

Cherry Glen Greenway

Cherry Glen Greenway is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Rock Creek Greenbelt

After visiting Rock Creek Greenbelt, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Ankeny Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ankeny at Ankeny Golf and Country Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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North Creek Park

After visiting North Creek Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Oak Grove Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Oak Grove Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Greentree Park

After visiting Greentree Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Faith Baptist Bible College

Walk around the campus at Faith Baptist Bible College as part of your travels around Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watercrest Park?

Watercrest Park is located in Ankeny. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 51 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Watercrest Park?

Tru By Hilton Ankeny 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 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Watercrest Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny and Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Watercrest Park?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Watercrest Park.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Watercrest Park.

What can I see and do near Watercrest Park?

Enjoy the outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, Oak Grove Recreation Area or Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area. Explore nature at Saylorville Lake and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Saylorville Lake Marina, Fender's Brewery and Tournament Club of Iowa while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Watercrest Park hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

2. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

4. Wildwood Lodge

5. Qube Hotel

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

7. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

8. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

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

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

12. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

15. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

16. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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

18. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

19. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

20. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

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Top Watercrest Park Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

Qube Hotel

Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Other attractions near Watercrest Park

Cherry Glen Greenway

Rock Creek Greenbelt

Ankeny Golf and Country Club

North Creek Park

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Greentree Park

Faith Baptist Bible College

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