The Best Hotels Closest to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge in Prairie City - 2026 Updated Prices

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

19.6 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Amy

฿4,269 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

2. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

15.1 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Reid

฿2,528 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

19.7 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Jill

฿5,490 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

4. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

19.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Susan

฿5,513 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

18.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Justin

฿3,056 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

6. Colfax Inn

15.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Miriam

฿2,528 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, alarm clocks

7. WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

19 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Vannessa

฿2,434 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 803 reviews	View
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton	2.0 star property	7.6 Good 620 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 724 reviews	View
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 93 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,005 reviews	View

Top Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was clean and had just what we needed. Excellent shower - hot water, plenty of pressure, no clogging. We only stayed one night, but everything went great! King room for me, my husband, and my 4 yr old. Also appreciated the dryer on our floor so we could dry our clothes/towels after a day at Adventureland!"

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

8/10 Good

"I decent & clean hotel to reserve a overnight stay…Average breakfast & adequate room amenities…A few issues encountered were the lapse of a satellite signal for the tv which was annoying..In addition, no fitness room available & the hot tub was non-functional? Otherwise, the room was comfortable during my stay…"

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Our first time to Des Moines. This hotel is in a very convenient location to lots of things. it is also safe to walk in that neighborhood at all hours. You can park your car for the entire weekend and never have to retrieve it, there is valet or self parking. The staff are all friendly and helpful. Our bathroom sink had a leak and maintenance was there within 10 minutes to fix it. They were respectful and had the problem fixed in a just a few minutes. The gym is very nice, quiet because there are no tvs and ample exercise machines, work out mats, free weights, weight machines. There are two restaurants, one more casual that is open for breakfast lunch and dinner that serves excellent coffee to go and pastries, we had breakfast one morning and the food was excellent as well (omelet, avocado toast). We had drinks in the Proudfoot and Bird which is the fancier restaurant and their food menu looked really nice too. Again, walking distance to the Pappajohns sculpture garden, the Events and Expo center, and Principal Park where the Iows Cubs play. Will definitely stay here again"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay here despite having some plumping issues in the first room we were given. Upon notifying staff of the issues we were having, we got upgraded to a larger room at no cost. The staff were incredibly helpful and understanding. Both rooms were nice and clean. The free breakfast was also fantastic. I would definitely stay here again!"

Other attractions near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Toad Valley Golf Course

5.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Toad Valley Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge?

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge is located in Prairie City. When you want to settle in and find a place to stay, take a look at some of the hotels and other accommodation options that Expedia offers in the area.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge?

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - 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 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Other good choices around the area include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before 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 still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge.

Room 1

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

2. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

4. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines