The Best Hotels Closest to Raccoon River Park in Des Moines - 2026 Updated Prices

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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.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

6.8 km from Raccoon River Park

Amanda

฿2,200

฿2,464 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

2. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3.3 km from Raccoon River Park

William

฿2,910

฿3,259 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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

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

3. Wildwood Lodge

7 km from Raccoon River Park

Theresa

฿2,990

฿3,349 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

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

4. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

8.3 km from Raccoon River Park

Merlin

฿2,829

฿3,168 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

5. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

6.2 km from Raccoon River Park

Dennis

฿3,059

฿3,426 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.

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a vending machine, and a decorative wall piece.

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

8.4 km from Raccoon River Park

Nicholas

฿2,935

฿3,287 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a 3 FT depth marking, and a sign indicating spa rules.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a clear sky.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

13.8 km from Raccoon River Park

Robin

฿2,662

฿2,982 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

7.4 km from Raccoon River Park

Dennis

฿2,786

฿3,120 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a patterned wall design.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a TV, a desk, and a large window with a cityscape view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of greenery.

A brick building with outdoor seating and large windows.

9. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

8.1 km from Raccoon River Park

Jesus

฿2,829

฿3,168 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a framed picture on the wall, a sink, and a microwave.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large blue accent wall.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with stone and brick facade.

A snack display area with a variety of treats and a refrigerated section.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

5.7 km from Raccoon River Park

Cynthia

฿3,407

฿3,816 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

11. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11.8 km from Raccoon River Park

Jacklyn J

฿3,284

฿3,678 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.

A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

A hotel bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a chair.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

7.3 km from Raccoon River Park

Tamara

฿2,491

฿2,790 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

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

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8.2 km from Raccoon River Park

Cassandra

฿3,486

฿3,904 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

14. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

16.4 km from Raccoon River Park

Tyler

฿3,328

฿3,727 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden cabinet.

A lobby with a brown sofa, grey armchairs, a small round table, and a vending machine.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

7.5 km from Raccoon River Park

Joshua

฿3,563

฿3,991 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs.

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

7 km from Raccoon River Park

Milagros

฿2,143

฿2,400 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a floral mural.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

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

A building entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and potted plants.

17. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

4 km from Raccoon River Park

Chris

฿2,170

฿2,431 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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.

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

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

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

11.1 km from Raccoon River Park

Aimee

฿3,225

฿3,611 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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.

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

7.5 km from Raccoon River Park

nola

฿3,694

฿4,137 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

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

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

20. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

8.8 km from Raccoon River Park

Kelsey

฿4,438

฿4,971 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Raccoon River Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,828 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 1,203 reviews	View
Wildwood Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 1,222 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Raccoon River Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

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Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, staff and would return."

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very cool"

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were always willing to assist us, the facility was very clean and well maintained."

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"wonderful hotel but they could upgrade their toilets as they are kid size, they belong in a preschool setting. Tall people will have a hard time with those."

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Didn’t like that the coffee pot, cups, glasses were all on a tray close to the floor that you had to lift up to make it useful! Didn’t like that the toilet wasn’t a higher height. But the TV was great, bed was okay. Attached restaurant was convenient. Parking was easy. Elevators worked well and were quick. Bar had a nice happy hour."

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!"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Spotless room and lobby"

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay."

Other attractions near Raccoon River Park

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Walnut Woods State Park

8.2/10 (45 reviews)

You can take time to visit Walnut Woods State Park during your travels to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Water Works Park

Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Jordan House

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Jordan House during your travels in West Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Valley Junction

8.6/10 (98 reviews)

During your visit to West Des Moines, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Valley Junction. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Willow Creek Golf Club

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at Willow Creek Golf Club. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Valley Stadium

8.0/10 (57 reviews)

Catch an event at Valley Stadium during your trip to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Val Air Ballroom

8.0/10 (107 reviews)

After visiting Val Air Ballroom, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

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West Glen Town Center

8.8/10 (183 reviews)

During your visit to West Des Moines, you can do some window-shopping at West Glen Town Center. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the restaurants and bars.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Raccoon River Park?

Raccoon River Park is located in West Des Moines. This family-friendly area is known for its stunning river views and array of dining options. You'll find 195 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Raccoon River Park?

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Raccoon River Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek and Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Raccoon River Park?

Expedia has 195 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Raccoon River Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Raccoon River Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Raccoon River Park.

What can I see and do near Raccoon River Park?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Des Moines Art Center and Jordan House. Explore landmarks like Valley Junction, Salisbury House and Terrace Hill. You can enjoy live performances at Lauridsen Amphitheater and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

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Our top choices for Raccoon River Park hotels

1. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3. Wildwood Lodge

4. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

5. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

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

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

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

9. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

10. Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

11. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

14. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

16. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

17. Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

20. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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Top Raccoon River Park Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Wildwood Lodge

The Rewind West Des Moines, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Other attractions near Raccoon River Park

Walnut Woods State Park

Water Works Park

Jordan House

Valley Junction

Willow Creek Golf Club

Valley Stadium

Val Air Ballroom

West Glen Town Center

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