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An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.
A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a mirrored wall.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a blue ceiling, and a 'Poolside is my vibe' sign on the wall.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

1. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
19.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
todd m
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.
A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, a large welcome sign, and a self-service kiosk.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
19.7 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Christy
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a framed picture on the wall.
A conference room with tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and artwork on the walls.
A modern dining area with orange chairs, a patterned sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
19.6 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
rick
AU$161
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large television mounted on the wall.
A row of white, multi-story hotel buildings with a flat roof and large windows.
A clean, well-lit restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with various food items and condiments, and a refrigerator with a Pepsi logo.

4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
15.1 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
William
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and multiple seating areas around the pool.
An indoor pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, small table, TV, and a large bathtub.

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
18.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Austin
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a microwave.
A hallway with a green wall, a wooden floor, a mirror, and a reception desk.
A person operating a front-loading washing machine in a laundromat with multiple machines.
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Woodspring Suites." It features a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

6. WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
19 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Kendra
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill
A two-story building with a green roof and beige walls, featuring a covered entrance and a flagpole with an American flag.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a lamp, a microwave, and a remote control.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a chair.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, a framed picture, and a plant.

7. Colfax Inn

Colfax Inn
15.5 km from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge
United States
Miriam
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Colfax Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

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Breakfast included
Pool
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Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines
9.4
Exceptional
106 reviews
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A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
9.2
Wonderful
739 reviews
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A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
9.0
Wonderful
831 reviews
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A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton
7.6
Good
630 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
7.8
Good
1,000 reviews
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Top Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge Hotel Reviews

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Hotel was clean and enjoyed our stay."
Nancy 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"The building and rooms were nice and the staff was friendly"
Al 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"Good spot to be downtown. Next the baseball field"
David A 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Good basic motel. Clean. Nice beds and bathroom. Near good dining- Jethro's BBQ had excellent steaks, Flip 'N Jacks was good for breakfast. Both about a 2 minute walk from hotel."
Catherine 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

10/10 Excellent
"So grateful to the staff, the location was perfect for an event and parking was easy. There could be a crosswalk though to the parking lot so that people can get across safely."
Lynne 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

8/10 Good
"Overall great stay"
Abby 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Best Western Plus Altoona Inn
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

8/10 Good
"Nice Quick cheap in and out"
John 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

8/10 Good
"The usual standard motel breakfast. The coffee was in an area separate from the food."
Richard 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a clean comfortable room for a low price."
Edward 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

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.
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Trainland U.S.A.

6.8/10 (5 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Trainland U.S.A. during your trip to Colfax. Discover the countryside in this trendy area.
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Copper Creek Golf Course

6.6/10 (7 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Copper Creek Golf Course. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.
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Cinemark Altoona

You can take time to visit Cinemark Altoona during your travels to Altoona. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its casinos.
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Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

7.4/10 (3 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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Valle Drive In

7.4/10 (19 reviews)
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Valle Drive In in Newton. You'll find more to see and do in this trendy area.
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Westwood Municipal Golf Course

7.0/10 (8 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Newton at Westwood Municipal Golf Course. Discover the countryside in this trendy area.
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Jasper County Historical Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Jasper County Historical Museum during your travels in Newton. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
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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?
My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. You'll find it 13 mi (20.9 km) from Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. Other good choices around the area include La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines and Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines.
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.