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A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Heidi

฿5,718

฿6,405 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

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

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.7 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Kelsey

฿4,438

฿4,971 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 2.2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Cassandra

฿3,486

฿3,904 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

An indoor venue with a brick wall, black chairs arranged in rows, and hanging plants.

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 1.1 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Brett

฿5,681

฿6,363 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, framed artwork, a reception desk, and a seating area.

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Emily

฿3,967

฿4,443 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

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

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Joe

฿4,000

฿4,480 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

7. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Mary

฿2,353

฿4,895 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Charles

฿3,543

฿3,968 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

A modern bar area with a pool table, bar stools, and a liquor display.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a central bar area.

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 2.2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Lori

฿5,345

฿5,987 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Mario

฿3,115

฿3,488 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Nancy

฿4,538

฿5,083 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

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

A reception area with two reception desks, a white table, and two armchairs.

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.6 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Nicole

฿3,964

฿4,440 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a bed, a TV, and a large window with a view.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.7 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

David A

฿3,556

฿3,983 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a modern lamp, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large punch bowl, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 1.3 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Jayson

฿4,829

฿5,409 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 1.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Candy

฿4,383

฿4,909 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Felicia

฿3,698

฿4,142 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a beige sofa, a teal ottoman, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a cabinet.

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.7 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Debbie

฿4,774

฿5,346 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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

18. Wildwood Lodge

11.5 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Theresa

฿2,990

฿3,349 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11.4 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Jerad

฿3,972

฿4,448 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

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.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 8.3 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

William

฿2,905

฿3,253 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,110 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,367 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very cool"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"Very fine"

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"The room looked very clean until we pulled the bed out of the couch and found old wrapers and crumbs. Other then that everything was great including the breakfast and the pool area. Would stay again. The biggest thing I loved about the stay was they had a parking garage to park in. Yes it does cost to stay in it but I'd pay it to keep my vehicle safe and not have to fight for a street parking that u have to Pay for every 4 hours."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Great workout area and loved the sauna, steam room and hot tub. I used them all! Breakfast was Excellant. Staff was great. Will definitely be back!"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Good hotel. Friendly staff. Location not too bad. However if you click on directions to hotel (from hotel.com app) it didn’t take us right to the hotel so that was a bit of a pain."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I recently had the most wonderful time staying at this beautiful hotel in the heart of the city. The spacious suites provided such a comfortable retreat after a long day of exploring local landmarks 🏙️. I was thoroughly impressed by the friendly service and the delicious breakfast options available each morning. It is truly the perfect location for anyone looking to enjoy the vibrant culture nearby 🎭. My experience was absolutely flawless, and I cannot wait to return for another relaxing visit soon. Thank you to the entire team for making my stay so memorable and pleasant!"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Valet was great. Restaurant & breakfast buffet were good; however, the food on the buffet was cold. Starbucks staff was friendly."

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This place was great! Perfect location for walking to all the things! The staff were amazing, the lady at the front desk was so welcoming and kind. Breakfast was very good! Room was clean, spacious and bed was comfy!"

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"Conveniently located well appointed property. Staff were very helpful."

Other attractions near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

A sculpture of a bull in a park with a city skyline in the background.

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Whimsical, entertaining and provocative can easily describe the artwork at this outdoor gallery that provides new meaning and life to sculptures.

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A sculpture of a large spider in a grassy park with a city skyline in the background.

Western Gateway Park

After visiting Western Gateway Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Pappajohn Sculpture Park

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Hoyt Sherman Place

8.2/10 (191 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Hoyt Sherman Place on your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Des Moines Public Library

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

Des Moines Public Library is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Temple Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Temple Theater during your trip to Des Moines. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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801 Grand

8.0/10 (71 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines when you take a trip to 801 Grand. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Explore the campus of The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House as part of your travels around Des Moines. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is located in a family-friendly area of Des Moines known for its array of dining options and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 134 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Other good choices close by include Des Lux Hotel and Des Moines Marriott Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Expedia has 134 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden.

What can I see and do near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Des Moines Art Center feature captivating exhibits. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Temple Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden hotels

1. Des Lux Hotel

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

7. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

18. Wildwood Lodge

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Compare popular hotels close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Top Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Other attractions near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Western Gateway Park

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Hoyt Sherman Place

Des Moines Public Library

Temple Theater

801 Grand

The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

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