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

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

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 dining table with decorative items, including a Buddha statue, candle, and vases.

1. Qube Hotel

2.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Frank

฿2,704

฿3,195 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

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

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

2. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

13.9 km from Big Creek State Park

Robin

฿2,729

฿3,057 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

3. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

12.1 km from Big Creek State Park

Tyler

฿3,258

฿3,649 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

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

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

16.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Jessica

฿2,710

฿3,036 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

5. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

15.5 km from Big Creek State Park

gary

฿3,305

฿3,702 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

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

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

16.1 km from Big Creek State Park

Chrisshanna

฿3,125

฿3,500 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

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

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

14 km from Big Creek State Park

Christopher

฿2,811

฿3,148 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, wooden accents, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

8. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

15.4 km from Big Creek State Park

Carl

฿3,940

฿4,412 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern breakfast bar with a variety of food options, including fruits, sandwiches, and beverages.

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

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

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

13.1 km from Big Creek State Park

Brett

฿4,079

฿4,569 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

10. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

16.6 km from Big Creek State Park

Kendra

฿3,258

฿3,649 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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 building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

11. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

15.5 km from Big Creek State Park

Justin E

฿3,261

฿3,653 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

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.

12. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

16.3 km from Big Creek State Park

Michelle

฿2,975

฿3,332 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall pattern, a sign indicating it's a Hilton property, and a reception counter.

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

13. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

13.1 km from Big Creek State Park

Shauna

฿3,258

฿3,649 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, multiple seating areas with chairs, and a colorful carpet.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

16.3 km from Big Creek State Park

Aimee

฿2,909

฿3,258 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

15.8 km from Big Creek State Park

Lisa

฿3,298

฿3,694 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

16.4 km from Big Creek State Park

Edwin

฿2,825

฿3,330 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.

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

16.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Jerad

฿3,805

฿4,262 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A reception area with two white reception desks, a blue and white geometric wall design, and a patterned carpet.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchenette with shelves stocked with snacks and a refrigerator containing bottled water and soda.

18. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

16.3 km from Big Creek State Park

Jennifer

฿3,239

฿3,627 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern lounge area with a central table, seating arrangements, and a decorative ceiling piece.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a clear sky.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and chairs around the pool area.

A lobby with two blue armchairs, a geometric wall art piece, and a seating area with colorful chairs.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

17.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Cara

฿3,532

฿3,955 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a grassy area with trees.

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

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

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered front porch and multiple windows.

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

16.4 km from Big Creek State Park

Diane

฿3,037

฿3,401 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Big Creek State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Qube Hotel	8.4 Very good 806 reviews	View
GrandStay Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 831 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 99 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,050 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 368 reviews	View

Top Big Creek State Park Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. The staff is always so nice and kind helpful"

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

8/10 Good

"nice room"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

8/10 Good

"Need more waste baskets in room & hooks in bathroom (no way to hang towels). Also, mattress was very soft & AC nest to bed was uncomfortable."

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Breakfast"

Qube Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean - off the beaten path so nice & quiet! Breakfast was just ok - more choices would be nice."

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

8/10 Good

"This hotel is strangely tucked in between car dealerships. It was conveniently located right off the interstate. It is an older hotel that needs some renovation. The room was clean, spacious enough and was sufficient for one night stay. Breakfast was available but just okay."

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Very pleased by the amenities in the room. Breakfast was great especially connected to the onsite restaurant"

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"I have no complaints. Clean, quiet and had everything I needed."

Other attractions near Big Creek State Park

Big Creek Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Big Creek Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Polk City Community Library

After visiting Polk City Community Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Tournament Club of Iowa

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Polk City at Tournament Club of Iowa. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

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Morse Family Park

After visiting Morse Family Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Leonard Park

Leonard Park is just one of the places to see in Polk City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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All Seasons Park

After visiting All Seasons Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Miller Park

After visiting Miller Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Doc Simmer Memorial Park

Doc Simmer Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Polk City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Creek State Park?

Big Creek State Park is located in a welcoming area of Polk City that travellers like for its coffee shops and festivals. You'll find 7 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Big Creek State Park?

Qube Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Big Creek State Park. Other good options around the area include Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston and GrandStay Hotel & Suites.

How many hotels are there near Big Creek State Park?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Big Creek State Park.

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

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Big Creek State Park.

What can I see and do near Big Creek State Park?

Spend some time wandering around Jester Park, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area and Oak Grove Recreation Area. Enjoy nature at Saylorville Lake, Walnut Ridge Recreation Area or Cherry Glen Recreation Area. If you've got some time to explore the area around Big Creek State Park, you may want to make a stop by Tournament Club of Iowa, Jester Park Land Management Area and Saylorville Lake Marina.

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Our top choices for Big Creek State Park hotels

1. Qube Hotel

2. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

3. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

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

5. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

9. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

10. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

11. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

12. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

13. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

15. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

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

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

18. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

20. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

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Top Big Creek State Park Hotel Reviews

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Qube Hotel

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

Other attractions near Big Creek State Park

Big Creek Wildlife Management Area

Polk City Community Library

Tournament Club of Iowa

Morse Family Park

Leonard Park

All Seasons Park

Miller Park

Doc Simmer Memorial Park

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