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

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

2.1 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Robin

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

2. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

15.4 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

John Kevin

AU$159

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

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

11 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Dennis

AU$127

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

4. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

15.3 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Dennis

AU$145

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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

11.6 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Gregory J

AU$129

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 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.

6. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

10.6 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

gary

AU$151

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

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

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".

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16.9 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Jeffrey

AU$175

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

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

8. Wildwood Lodge

10.9 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Akacia

AU$152

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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.

9. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

4.9 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Shazia

AU$127

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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 modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

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

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11.5 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Ronald

AU$149

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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.

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

11. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

5.3 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Tyler

AU$136

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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.

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.

12. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10.4 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Carl

AU$182

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a mix of brick and stucco exterior.

A reception area with a central counter, two bar stools, and a wall with illuminated panels.

A buffet setup with various food items, a toaster, and a coffee station.

13. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9.6 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

greg

AU$208

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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

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

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

11 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Cassandra

AU$148

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

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

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

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

11 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Tamara

AU$121

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern breakfast area with a self-serve station, a large apple-shaped sign, and a kitchen display.

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

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

15.5 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Joshua

AU$161

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

12 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

michael

AU$156

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a bowl of fruit, and a television above the island.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a brick facade, a 'Welcome' sign, and a clear entrance.

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

A brick building with outdoor seating and large windows.

18. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

13.1 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Dorenda

AU$141

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a reception desk, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and large windows.

A snack display with various brands and a 'Welcome to Urbandale' sign above.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a long corridor.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

4.9 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Tabrasha

AU$161

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a buffet area with plates, and a view into the dining area.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

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

20. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

11.7 km from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Delta

AU$128

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Hotels recommended for families near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Johnston

AU$142

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Johnston

AU$145

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

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

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

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a sofa, and a coffee station.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Urbandale

AU$144

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

A spacious living area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

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

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

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Johnston

AU$161

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and benches, large windows, and a building with a brick facade in the background.

A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.

An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Johnston

AU$95

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Microtel by Wyndham hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with wooden paneling and a marble counter.

A compact hotel kitchen with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

Urbandale

AU$118

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a grey sofa with orange cushions.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a flagpole with flags.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

A reception area with two reception desks, a modern light fixture, a wall with a geometric pattern, and a shelf with snacks.

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Urbandale

AU$140

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a built-in desk, a vanity with a bathtub, and a large window with curtains.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and multiple windows.

A reception area with a white counter, a clock, and a digital display.

A hallway with vending machines and a clean, tiled floor.

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Lovington

AU$98

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

Top Iowa Gold Star Military Museum Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, great location!"

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel! Would stay here again!"

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

8/10 Good

"Parking and the room where great"

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Great price! Very clean and comfortable, quiet."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

10/10 Excellent

"Will stay again"

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

8/10 Good

"Goo"

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

10/10 Excellent

"Great clean home with everything I needed. My dog throughly enjoyed the large fenced in yard!"

King & 2 Queen Beds, Centrally Located 15 Minutes from Anywhere in Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place for our 5 day stay. Very convenient location, clean, and the host was very helpful."

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel best around"

Other attractions near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

8.0/10 (11 reviews)

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters is just one of the places to see in Johnston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Johnston. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Pole Position Raceway

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Pole Position Raceway during your travels to Grimes. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

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Oak Grove Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Oak Grove Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Beaver Creek Golf Club

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Grimes at Beaver Creek Golf Club. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Merle Hay Mall

7.6/10 (202 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Merle Hay Mall during your visit to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Iowa Gold Star Military Museum?

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum is located in a welcoming area of Johnston known for its lively festivals. You'll find 98 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston and Sonesta Essential Des Moines.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Iowa Gold Star Military Museum?

Expedia has 98 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum.

What can I see and do near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, Cherry Glen Recreation Area or Oak Grove Recreation Area. Create some family memories at Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Pole Position Raceway. Explore nature at Saylorville Lake and Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area.

Top Hotels Near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum in Des Moines from AU$121

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1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

2. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

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

4. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

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

6. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

8. Wildwood Lodge

9. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

12. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

13. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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

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

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

18. Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

20. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Hotels recommended for families near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Urbandale/Des Moines

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Top Iowa Gold Star Military Museum Hotel Reviews

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

King & 2 Queen Beds, Centrally Located 15 Minutes from Anywhere in Des Moines

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Other attractions near Iowa Gold Star Military Museum

Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters

Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Pole Position Raceway

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Beaver Creek Golf Club

Merle Hay Mall

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