The Best Hotels Closest to National Balloon Museum in Des Moines - 2026 Updated Prices

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An outdoor patio with brick walls, ceiling fans, string lights, and outdoor seating.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a granite countertop, and various appliances including a microwave, oven, and toaster.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "hotel pommier."

A hotel room with three beds, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

1. Hotel Pommier Indianola

0.4 km from National Balloon Museum

Janet

฿3,145

฿3,522 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, wooden pergola, and seating area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

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

A person floating on a pink inflatable ring in a pool.

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

1 km from National Balloon Museum

Rachel

฿3,802

฿4,258 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with tiled floors, clear water, and a blue chair by the pool.

A dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

A reception area with a granite counter, a 'Quality' sign, a phone, and a door.

3. Quality Inn Indianola

0.2 km from National Balloon Museum

David

฿2,433

฿2,725 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

4. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

15.6 km from National Balloon Museum

Merlin

฿2,829

฿3,168 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

A modern bar area with a white countertop, black bar stools, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

A modern living room with a fireplace, green upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

15.5 km from National Balloon Museum

Nicholas

฿2,935

฿3,287 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.

A brick building with a covered entrance and a car parked in front.

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

6. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

19.5 km from National Balloon Museum

Felicia

฿2,204

฿2,469 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a matching ottoman, a flat-screen TV on a wooden desk, a standing lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

17.4 km from National Balloon Museum

nola

฿3,701

฿4,145 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise equipment.

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

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, green patterned chairs, a television mounted above the fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

17.8 km from National Balloon Museum

Richard

฿4,127

฿4,623 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A bar area with a polished bar counter, a variety of bottles and glasses, and a well-lit ambiance.

A restaurant with a wooden interior, a chandelier, and a 'Reserved' sign on the table.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

17.8 km from National Balloon Museum

Christine

฿4,838

฿5,419 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and two lamps.

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a chalkboard wall, and a ceiling fan.

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

19.4 km from National Balloon Museum

Milagros

฿2,147

฿2,405 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

11. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

19.5 km from National Balloon Museum

Jayson

฿3,235

฿3,623 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A multi-level indoor swimming pool with a clear water surface, surrounded by colorful lounge chairs and a stone wall.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a potted plant, and a seating area.

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

18.4 km from National Balloon Museum

Reginald

฿3,840

฿4,300 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

13. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

19.3 km from National Balloon Museum

Barbara

฿2,147

฿2,405 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, modern seating, and a distinctive blue-lit ceiling.

A reception area with a curved glass partition, a reception desk, and a stone accent wall.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and neon signs for Corona and Modelo beer brands.

14. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

18 km from National Balloon Museum

Ashley

฿2,194

฿2,458 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Balloon Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Pommier Indianola	9.2 Wonderful 503 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA	9.0 Wonderful 806 reviews	View
Quality Inn Indianola	7.8 Good 587 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 142 reviews	View

Top National Balloon Museum Hotel Reviews

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."

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"Property was clean. Staff was helpful. Didn't use the airport shuttle but nice to know it was available. Nice to have a heated indoor pool. Some fitness equipment was broken or missing."

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I love this hotel! It was excellent, as always. Also, we paid a small fee to leave our car at the hotel during the trip. The wonderful gentlemen who drives the shuttle bus dropped us off at the door to check our luggage, and picked us up almost immediately after we claimed our luggage. So quick and easy, and it cost less than using the airport parking, or the off-site parking, plus I know our car will be safe there. The people who run this hotel always go the extra mile. (The room even has a Keurig style coffee brewer. So nice!)"

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!"

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"We had a really enjoyable stay! The staff were so friendly and the breakfast buffet was delicious!"

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Beautiful hotel, nice place to stay downtown. Only thing that was a challenge was our room was right outside the 3 elevators so it was very noisy."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"The staff is super friendly and supportive. Some amenities (pool) were closed due to construction. Property was clean and breakfast is always great."

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!"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room helpful staff"

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Indianola Country Club

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Indianola at Indianola Country Club. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.

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Indianola Downtown Square

Find out about the history of Indianola with a stop at Indianola Downtown Square. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.

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Buxton Park Arboretum

Explore the great outdoors at Buxton Park Arboretum, a lovely green space in Indianola. Experience the area's festivals and museums.

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Carver Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Carver Cultural Center during your stay in Indianola. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.

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Blank Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Blank Performing Arts Center during your stay in Indianola. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.

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Des Moines Metro Opera

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Des Moines Metro Opera during your trip to Indianola. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.

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Warren County Fair

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Warren County Fair during your stay in Indianola. Experience the area's festivals and museums.

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Warren County Historical Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Warren County Historical Museum during your travels in Indianola. Experience the area's festivals and museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Balloon Museum?

National Balloon Museum is located in a welcoming area of Indianola that travellers like for its festivals and zoo. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to National Balloon Museum?

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines 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 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from National Balloon Museum. Other good choices around the area include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to National Balloon Museum?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from National Balloon Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Balloon Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near National Balloon Museum.

What can I see and do near National Balloon Museum?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Buxton Park Arboretum and Indianola Pickard Sports Complex. Create some family memories at Carver Cultural Center, Blank Performing Arts Center and Warren County Fair while you're exploring the area around National Balloon Museum. You might plan a visit to Indianola Country Club or Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for National Balloon Museum hotels

1. Hotel Pommier Indianola

2. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

3. Quality Inn Indianola

4. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

6. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

9. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

11. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

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

13. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

14. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Compare popular hotels close to National Balloon Museum

Top National Balloon Museum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Des Lux Hotel

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Other attractions near National Balloon Museum

Indianola Country Club

Indianola Downtown Square

Buxton Park Arboretum

Carver Cultural Center

Blank Performing Arts Center

Des Moines Metro Opera

Warren County Fair

Warren County Historical Museum

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