What is Fairground like?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Des Moines's Fairground neighbourhood.

What's a favourite place to stay in Fairground?

Based on our traveller data, Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area is one of the top choices for your stay in Fairground. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Iowa State Fairgrounds, and it offers an indoor pool and free parking.

How many hotels are there in the Fairground area?

When you want to find places to stay in Des Moines, start by booking one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in Fairground.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Fairground.

What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Fairground include Sky Glider East, Iowa State Fairgrounds and Grand View Golf Course. While you're out sightseeing in Des Moines, make sure that you visit other sights such as Iowa State Capitol Building or Sleepy Hollow Sports Park.

The Best Hotels in Fairground, Des Moines - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

Fairground

AUDREY

฿2,065 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 6.9 km from Fairground

Ashley

฿3,900 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

3. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 8.8 km from Fairground

Crystal

฿4,202 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

7.9 km from Fairground

Tiff

฿4,203 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

5. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 5.1 km from Fairground

LaSeana

฿5,286 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

6. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 3.8 km from Fairground

Candy

฿4,807 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

7. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

8 km from Fairground

Robert

฿5,051 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

8. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 4.9 km from Fairground

Angela

฿5,603 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

9. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 3.7 km from Fairground

Dawn R.

฿5,121 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

10. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 4.4 km from Fairground

Julie

฿6,193 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 4.3 km from Fairground

Mark

฿3,573 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

Downtown Des Moines, 5.2 km from Fairground

Meg

฿4,568 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 4.1 km from Fairground

Lauren

฿3,897 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

10.6 km from Fairground

Galen

฿4,535 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

15. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 4.8 km from Fairground

clayton

฿5,305 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

10.2 km from Fairground

Richard

฿4,518 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

17. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 3.5 km from Fairground

Griffin

฿5,565 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

18. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 8.8 km from Fairground

John

฿2,593 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

19. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

10.3 km from Fairground

sharen

฿4,954 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring a central open space with tables and chairs, surrounded by balconies and a large, colorful ceiling structure.

20. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 9.6 km from Fairground

Reginald

฿3,871 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Where to stay in Fairground

Find the best Fairground areas for the activities you enjoy most.

The entrance to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden with a large dome structure in the background.

Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Des Moines Civic Center or Science Center of Iowa might round out your trip.

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Historic East Village

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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A city skyline at night with illuminated buildings and a prominent tower.

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

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A calm lake surrounded by trees and a stone bridge.

Greater South Side

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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The exterior and interior of Mars Cafe, featuring a brick facade, large windows, and a red interior with hanging lights and artwork.

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

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Top Fairground Hotel Reviews

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

8/10 Good

"Overall it was a good stay. Nice hotel, clean and well maintained. Staff were friendly. Only two small complaints. Day I got there a got a text message saying if I needed anything to text. I sent a message the next morning asking for more towels and got a response. That evening we still hadn’t received towels so I went to the front desk. Person there said “Oh I tell guests never to use the text and just come tell us.” Then why have the text system? Other complaint was that the toilet in our room didn’t flush well and almost got clogged several times."

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was in a nice location near shopping and restaurants with friendly staff and very clean rooms. I love the endless supply of hot water and that it was pet friendly. There were vending machines on site with Ice. There were lots of good T.V. Channels, and the refrigerator was a nice touch. The door was a little misaligned so that dead bolt wouldn't work though. There was still the inside door bar that kept the door from opening up all the way."

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

8/10 Good

"Michelle at the front desk was AMAZING. Give that gal a raise! Comfy beds. Nice breakfast. Our room was humid but located across from ice machine and laundry on 3rd floor so perhaps that contributed. Nice stay ceey close to the airport after a long day of flying and appreciated the 1/2 mile proximity!"

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Our top choices for Fairground hotels

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

2. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

5. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

6. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

7. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

8. Des Lux Hotel

9. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

15. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

17. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

18. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

19. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

20. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Where to stay in Fairground

Downtown Des Moines

Historic East Village

Court District

Greater South Side

Drake

Top Fairground Hotel Reviews

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

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