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A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a view into the interior of a restaurant.

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading "QUBE HOTEL," a framed certificate, a digital screen, and a plant.

A spacious room with a large table in the center, surrounded by chairs. The room has large windows with multiple views of the outdoors.

1. Qube Hotel

2.2 km from Big Creek State Park

clayton

S$120

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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 swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

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

2. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

12.1 km from Big Creek State Park

Elaine

S$127

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

13.9 km from Big Creek State Park

Annette

S$134

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

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

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

4. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

15.5 km from Big Creek State Park

meriner

S$141

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

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.

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

16.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Dave

S$112

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

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

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

16.1 km from Big Creek State Park

MARION

S$140

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

14 km from Big Creek State Park

Christopher

S$121

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lounge with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a brick accent wall.

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

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

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

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

16.3 km from Big Creek State Park

Alecia

S$136

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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 hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

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

9. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

16.3 km from Big Creek State Park

Michelle

S$139

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

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.

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

15.5 km from Big Creek State Park

korea

S$139

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

11. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

15.4 km from Big Creek State Park

Carl

S$168

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

A gym with treadmills, a pool, and a motivational wall.

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

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall pattern, a sign indicating it's a Hilton property, and a reception counter.

12. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

13.1 km from Big Creek State Park

Christine

S$139

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

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.

13. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

16.6 km from Big Creek State Park

Amy

S$139

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

14. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

16.4 km from Big Creek State Park

Edwin

S$127

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.

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

15. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

15.8 km from Big Creek State Park

Lisa

S$139

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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.

16. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

16.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Shazia

S$162

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a built-in sink.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a sofa.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sun terrace with large windows.

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

13 km from Big Creek State Park

Aaron

S$191

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

16.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Todd

S$145

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern lounge area with a central table, seating arrangements, and a decorative ceiling piece.

A lobby with two blue armchairs, a geometric wall art piece, and a seating area with colorful chairs.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and chairs around the pool area.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

17.2 km from Big Creek State Park

Cara

S$150

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, accessible parking, and a clear sky.

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

16.3 km from Big Creek State Park

Jennifer

S$134

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Big Creek State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Qube Hotel	8.4 Very good 782 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
GrandStay Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 782 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 360 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,065 reviews	View

Top Big Creek State Park Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"They could do a little more upkeep outside and stuff, but this day was well. The staff was good easy to work with. Will definitely be going back."

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"This is a special, cozy hotel with loads of log cabin decor. It was clean and nice with great water pressure and a great bed. The hotel has a small snack store and bar as well as an indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub that were open late. We only stayed one night but it was very nice and close to great restaurants. I'll stay there again for sure next time we are in Des Moines, Iowa."

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was warm and the hot tub was hot!"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good

"Check in was smooth, friendly. Housekeeping staff encountered were great. Spacious, clean, nicely renovated room. Could use more lighting around mirror in the bathroom in order to see yourself for things like shaving, etc. Hotel well maintained inside and the grounds. My only complaint was the complimentary breakfast. Not much selection of hot food. A let down. Our accommodations were for 2 nights. Breakfast both mornings consisted primarily of biscuits and gravy, sausage links, a waffle iron and mix-your-own instant oatmeal. Arrived in the breakfast area an hour before breakfast ended both days to find all but the biscuits and gravy container empty with no one to be found to replenish items. On the second day of breakfast, I went to the front desk to find out if anyone would be refilling breakfast items, waffle mix. Response from the guy behind the desk insultingly was: "She is back there. She will get to it when she gets to it." Nice huh! Not big fans of biscuits and gravy for breakfast. We ended up leaving the hotel and went out for breakfast both mornings."

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Everything was clean. Staff was mediocre with welcoming. And I wish they provided vending that accepts debit/credit cards instead of cash only. Other than that I had a good stay."

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed 2 nights and it was great. The hotel is very clean and the staff nice and helpful. I would stay again in the future if I have the opportunity. Thanks."

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

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location. Quiet. Clean and comfortable. Safe area."

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff and amenities were wonderful"

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Person at main desk checking us in was very professional and polite. Disappointed no scrambled eggs for bread."

Other attractions near Big Creek State Park

Big Creek Wildlife Management Area

You can take time to visit Big Creek Wildlife Management Area during your travels to Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Polk City Community Library

After visiting Polk City Community Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Tournament Club of Iowa

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Polk City at Tournament Club of Iowa. Take in the lively festivals while you're in the area.

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Morse Family Park

After visiting Morse Family Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Leonard Park

Leonard Park is just one of the places to see in Polk City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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All Seasons Park

After visiting All Seasons Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Miller Park

After visiting Miller Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Doc Simmer Memorial Park

Doc Simmer Memorial Park is just one of the places to see in Polk City, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Creek State Park?

Big Creek State Park is located in a welcoming area of Polk City that travellers like for its coffee shops and festivals. You'll find 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Big Creek State Park?

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. You'll find it 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Big Creek State Park. Other good options around the area include Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines and Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston.

How many hotels are there near Big Creek State Park?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Big Creek State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Big Creek State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Big Creek State Park.

What can I see and do near Big Creek State Park?

Spend some time wandering around Jester Park, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. Enjoy nature at Saylorville Lake, Oak Grove Recreation Area or Cherry Glen Recreation Area. If you've got some time to explore the area around Big Creek State Park, you may want to make a stop by Tournament Club of Iowa, Fender's Brewery and Jester Park Golf Course.

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Our top choices for Big Creek State Park hotels

1. Qube Hotel

2. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

4. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

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

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

9. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

12. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

13. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

14. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

15. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

16. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

17. Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

20. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Compare popular hotels close to Big Creek State Park

Top Big Creek State Park Hotel Reviews

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

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

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Other attractions near Big Creek State Park

Big Creek Wildlife Management Area

Polk City Community Library

Tournament Club of Iowa

Morse Family Park

Leonard Park

All Seasons Park

Miller Park

Doc Simmer Memorial Park

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