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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area.

1. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

14.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

John

$91

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden cabinet.

A lobby with a brown sofa, grey armchairs, a small round table, and a vending machine.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

13.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Bradley

$106

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

3. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

18.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Kathy

$86

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a framed picture on the wall, a sink, and a microwave.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with stone and brick facade.

A snack display area with a variety of treats and a refrigerated section.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large blue accent wall.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

14 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Victoria

$101

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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.

5. Wildwood Lodge

18.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Zach

$100

$112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a floral mural.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and tables, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.

6. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

15.2 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Anne

$65

$72 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a sign above the entrance, and a covered walkway.

A buffet setup with a bowl of oranges and a container of fruit.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a brown sofa, a small armchair, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A bar area with a stone wall, a TV mounted on the wall, and a refrigerator.

7. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

16.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

DeLana

$97

$109 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

8. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

20.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Candice

$84

$94 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

18.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Megan

$74

$83 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

A brick building with outdoor seating and large windows.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.

10. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

16.3 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

"We had an excellent stay. I was impressed with the friendly staff who helped us with everything. Comfortable beds, great shower pressure for a refreshing shower, Plus a breakfast that was better than Continental with fresh eggs ,russet potatoes along with a waffle maker, oatmeal al, fresh crisp apples ,russet potatoes and sausage. The decor, Lobby Etc looked updated new carpet new colors upbeat vibe"

Sharon

$84

$94 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'a laoft hotels' sign, multiple windows, and a flag display.

A pool table in a room with large windows, chairs, and tables.

A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a decorative wall piece.

11. Aloft by Marriott Waukee

13 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Mary

$92

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

12. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

14.8 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Shereen

$100

$112 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with a blue sofa and chairs, a dining area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A vending machine area with various snacks and drinks.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a large glass facade, and a parking lot.

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator, and a colorful carpet.

13. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

15.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Mikel

$97

$108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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.

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

20.5 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Kami

$87

$98 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living area with a central island, seating arrangements, and a view into the adjacent dining area.

A patio area with outdoor seating and a fire feature.

A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a central entrance with a canopy.

A bar area with multiple tables and chairs, shelves with decorative items, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

15. The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

14.2 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Terri

$177

$198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

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

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

A MainStay Suites hotel with a modern design, parking lot, and a clear sky.

16. Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

13 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Lynn

$84

$95 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, bar stools, a counter with a menu, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a microwave.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a coffee table.

17. Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

13.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Debra

$100

$112 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A large indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and tiled walls.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a trash can, and a patterned rug.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A bar area with a granite countertop, multiple refrigerators, and bar stools.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines West

14.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Joan

$110

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

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

18.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Adin

$83

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, multiple seating areas, and a reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with MainStay Suites and Sleep Inn by Choice Hotels. It features a modern design with a covered entrance and a parking lot.

20. MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines

13 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Debra

$98

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Badger Creek State Recreation Area

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 1,203 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,222 reviews	View

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Bob Feller Museum

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Van Meter Public Library

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West Grand Golf

8.2/10 (34 reviews)

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