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A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, a chandelier, and a view through the glass doors.

A lobby with a checkered floor, a sofa, chairs, a chandelier, a plant, and a view through the glass doors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled walls and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

1. Quality Inn Des Moines North

Marquisville, 3.2 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

derrick

฿1,967

฿2,254 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV displaying a sunflower image, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned bedspread.

A dome-shaped building surrounded by a garden with various flowers and plants.

A clean, modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a television screen, and a sign encouraging guests to save more for travel.

A coffee station with a coffee maker, cups, and a sign about saving dough.

2. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Marquisville, 3.2 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Edward

฿1,989

฿2,228 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A bed with a quilted headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror above it.

A single-story mobile home with a covered porch, a parked car, and a small garden area.

A sign for a hotel named "Palace Inn" with a palm tree icon.

3. Palace Inn

Saylorville, 1.6 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Stephen

฿2,185

฿2,447 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

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

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

4. Wildwood Lodge

15.3 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Theresa

฿2,992

฿3,351 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 8.9 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Cassandra

฿3,662

฿4,101 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

6. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

13.2 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Tyler

฿3,400

฿3,808 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

7. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

11.2 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Terri

฿2,816

฿3,154 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

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

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

8. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

9 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Robert

฿4,269

฿4,782 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

9 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Jeffrey

฿3,990

฿4,468 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small seating area, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

10. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 15.4 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Amanda

฿2,200

฿2,464 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

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

11. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

4.1 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

gary

฿2,994

฿3,354 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

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

12. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 10 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Heidi

฿5,718

฿6,405 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

13. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 10.2 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Kelsey

฿4,249

฿4,759 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, a large welcome sign, and a self-service kiosk.

A snack display with various packaged foods and a sign indicating a peak inside for personal items.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

12.7 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Christy

฿3,632

฿4,067 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a mirrored wall.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a well-lit entrance.

15. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

12.7 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

todd m

฿3,531

฿3,955 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and a wall-mounted TV.

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

6.6 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Robin

฿2,996

฿3,355 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

5 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Todd

฿2,812

฿3,149 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 sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

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

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

18. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

4 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Carl

฿3,967

฿4,443 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.

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

15.6 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Dennis

฿2,743

฿3,072 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

20. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

4.9 km from Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Susan

฿3,147

฿3,524 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quality Inn Des Moines North	7.0 Good 671 reviews	View
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North	5.8 453 reviews	View
Palace Inn	4.8 50 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,223 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View

Top Margo Frankel Woods State Park Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Easy place for me to stay when going to my sons home football games"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We stay for a day and it was so like home friendly staff, room super big and clean, pool was so warm and hot tub as well. We love La Quinta compare to other hotels we have stay."

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

8/10 Good

"I enjoyed our stay. It was convenient to restaurants, the staff was very polite and helpful, and the room was clean. My only complaint was the pillows. They are way to soft. It would be nice to have a variety of soft and firm pillows."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Clean comfortable room"

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and modern. We love baking a small kitchen in the room too."

Other attractions near Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Woodland Hills Golf Course

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ankeny at Woodland Hills Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Westside Park

After visiting Westside Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Ankeny Art Center

8.0/10 (30 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Ankeny Art Center during your trip to Ankeny. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Sunset Park

Sunset Park is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Ankeny Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Ankeny at Ankeny Golf and Country Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Village Park

After visiting Village Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Faith Baptist Bible College

Walk around the campus at Faith Baptist Bible College as part of your travels around Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Burns United Methodist Church

Burns United Methodist Church is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Margo Frankel Woods State Park?

Margo Frankel Woods State Park is located in Des Moines. Travellers love the area for its array of dining options, sporting events and great live music scene. You'll find 106 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Margo Frankel Woods State Park?

Located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Margo Frankel Woods State Park, Palace Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North and Quality Inn Des Moines North.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Margo Frankel Woods State Park?

Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Margo Frankel Woods State Park.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Margo Frankel Woods State Park.

What can I see and do near Margo Frankel Woods State Park?

Create some family memories at Ankeny Art Center and Heritage Carousel of Des Moines. Stopping by Grand View Golf Course, Woodland Hills Golf Course or Ankeny Golf and Country Club is a fun way to see all the area has to offer. Des Moines Area Community College and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.

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Our top choices for Margo Frankel Woods State Park hotels

1. Quality Inn Des Moines North

2. Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

3. Palace Inn

4. Wildwood Lodge

5. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

6. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

7. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

8. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

10. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

11. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

12. Des Lux Hotel

13. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

15. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

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

18. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

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

20. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

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Top Margo Frankel Woods State Park Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Other attractions near Margo Frankel Woods State Park

Woodland Hills Golf Course

Westside Park

Ankeny Art Center

Sunset Park

Ankeny Golf and Country Club

Village Park

Faith Baptist Bible College

Burns United Methodist Church

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