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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"A great place to stay"
United States
Carol
The price is ฿3,103
฿3,476 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Terrace/patio
Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1210)
"Room was clean, all the staff was really friendly, & the continental breakfast was great!"
United States
Cady
The price is ฿3,184
฿3,566 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Wildwood Lodge
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Friendly staff, great location, beds could be better. "
United States
Shelley
The price is ฿2,886
฿3,233 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Reception
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
2.5 star property
13.3 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (612)
"I stay here 1x a year when I head to Wisconsin for holiday. I like there is a coffee shop/restaurant next store plus I feel very safe when I walk my dog at night. "
United States
Brenda
The price is ฿2,605
฿2,918 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Coffee/tea maker
MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines

MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines

MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines
2.5 star property
13.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (132)
"Spotless, nice staff and great veiws"
United States
Brandon
The price is ฿2,743
฿3,073 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
MainStay Suites Waukee - West Des Moines
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
14.4 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is ฿3,072
฿3,441 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
18.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1169)
"Convenient location to restaurants"
United States
Sally
The price is ฿2,664
฿2,984 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA

Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
2.5 star property
16.6 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (712)
"Great place to stay. "
United States
Steve
The price is ฿2,793
฿3,128 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
Exterior
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
19.8 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (630)
"This hotel is fantastic. Clean, very accommodating staff, everything works well. "
United States
Katherine
The price is ฿3,843
฿4,304 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
2.5 star property
14 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (936)
"The hot tub was amazing and the location was perfect. "
United States
Sarah
The price is ฿2,602
฿2,915 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
Property amenity
Aloft Waukee

Aloft Waukee

Aloft Waukee
3.0 star property
13 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (179)
"Very courteous service and exceptional clean room. "
United States
Bonnie
The price is ฿2,886
฿3,233 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Aloft Waukee
Property amenity
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
3.0 star property
20.5 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"We would stay there again"
United States
Mark
The price is ฿2,979
฿3,337 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Norwalk
Exterior
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (551)
"Great location and very comfortable rooms with lots of space!"
United States
Brent
The price is ฿2,762
฿3,094 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West
Lobby
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is ฿2,569
฿2,877 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Exterior
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
3.0 star property
16.3 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Will stay there again "
United States
Marc
The price is ฿2,519
฿2,822 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
Free daily continental breakfast
Covered Bridge Inn

Covered Bridge Inn

Covered Bridge Inn
2.5 star property
16 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (769)
"Breakfast was top notch for the price."
United States
Raymond
The price is ฿3,042
฿3,407 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Covered Bridge Inn
Lobby lounge
West Des Moines Marriott

West Des Moines Marriott

West Des Moines Marriott
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"This hotel it’s very clean with very friendly staff, I would highly recommend!"
United States
Samir
The price is ฿4,062
฿4,550 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
West Des Moines Marriott
Terrace/patio
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
3.5 star property
19.8 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great pool and breakfast "
United States
Michelle or Ken
The price is ฿4,046
฿4,532 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton
Lobby sitting area
The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (757)
"Six girl cousins spent Friday night for our annual get together. Perfect hotel for the get together. So nice."
United States
Tracey
The price is ฿4,784
฿5,358 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek

Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
13.9 km from Badger Creek State Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (891)
"It was a fine stay for what we needed"
United States
Erika
The price is ฿2,086
฿2,336 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Courtyard Des Moines West/Jordan Creek
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Bob Feller Museum

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Badger Creek State Recreation Area?
Badger Creek State Recreation Area is located in Van Meter. 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 place to stay close to Badger Creek State Recreation Area?
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West 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 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Badger Creek State Recreation Area. Other good choices around the area include Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek and Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Badger Creek State Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Badger Creek State Recreation Area.