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A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

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.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2.1 km from Blank Park Zoo

Galen

S$177

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise equipment.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, green patterned chairs, a television mounted above the fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

2 km from Blank Park Zoo

Richard

S$175

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A modern hallway with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A restaurant with a wooden interior, a chandelier, and a 'Reserved' sign on the table.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

2.1 km from Blank Park Zoo

Jennifer

S$192

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A vending machine with snacks and beverages, a shelf with various snack brands, and a sign indicating 'IA TREATS'.

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

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 2.9 km from Blank Park Zoo

Timothy

S$153

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small seating area, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

A hotel lobby with a leather sofa, dining area, kitchen, and large windows with curtains.

A reception area with a stone mosaic wall, a wooden panel design, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.9 km from Blank Park Zoo

Nicholas

S$98

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-level atrium with a central pool, surrounded by seating areas and potted plants.

A multi-level hotel atrium with a central pool, outdoor seating areas, and multiple balconies.

A spacious indoor venue with a pool, multiple dining areas with round tables and chairs, and a high ceiling with a blue and white design.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 2.2 km from Blank Park Zoo

Reginald

S$145

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.8 km from Blank Park Zoo

James

S$97

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool with a checkered border, a sunroof, and a seating area with white tables and chairs.

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Wolfgang

S$101

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

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

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, modern seating, and a distinctive blue-lit ceiling.

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and neon signs for Corona and Modelo beer brands.

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

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 1.8 km from Blank Park Zoo

Amanda

S$93

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

10. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 7.4 km from Blank Park Zoo

Erica

S$217

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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.

11. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

5.4 km from Blank Park Zoo

Scott

S$116

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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.

12. Wildwood Lodge

15.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Robert

S$157

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone, and a wall-mounted artwork depicting a sunset.

A waiting area with a brown sofa, two armchairs, and a blue chair.

A breakfast area with tables and chairs, a coffee machine, and a sign prohibiting pets.

A reception area with a marble counter, a television, and framed pictures on the wall.

13. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

16 km from Blank Park Zoo

Julie

S$79

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

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".

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

17.3 km from Blank Park Zoo

Tiff

S$169

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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 a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

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

15. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 7.3 km from Blank Park Zoo

Isira

S$186

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

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.

16. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 6.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Michael

S$137

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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 room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a kitchenette.

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

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 9.3 km from Blank Park Zoo

Jennifer

S$151

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

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.

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

5.6 km from Blank Park Zoo

Jodi

S$137

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

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

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

19. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

17.4 km from Blank Park Zoo

Robert

S$181

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

17.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Shazia

S$162

includes taxes & fees

29 Aug - 30 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Blank Park Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 675 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport	9.2 Wonderful 674 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport	9.0 Wonderful 733 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport	8.8 Excellent 1,010 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,846 reviews	View

Top Blank Park Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"I loved the original woodwork in this place"

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"very good people and property"

Cozy Rest Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome staff clean property"

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast had several options, two meats, scrambled eggs, waffles, cold cereal, overnight oats and chia pudding"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Four retired women going to the State Fair in Iowa. Had a really good experience here. Front staff was very cooperative when we had a minor glitch with our TV. They ran right upstairs and worked on it"

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"All the amenities are awesome. It was a very clean hotel. The most unique thing about this hotel is the staff the front desk gal is amazing. I’ve stayed here several times while traveling. She’s always there with a smile. Love this place."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and great breakfast"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"The man on duty was very helpful, excellent"

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The room was well maintained, clean and quiet. The breakfast offered a nice selection of tasty options and the coffee was quite good. The whole property was lovely."

Other attractions near Blank Park Zoo

Gray’s Lake Park

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

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A. H. Blank Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at A. H. Blank Golf Course. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Fort Des Moines Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fort Des Moines Museum in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Southridge Mall

6.8/10 (26 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Southridge Mall during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Echo Valley Driving Range

You can take time to visit Echo Valley Driving Range during your travels to Norwalk.

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Air Lanes Bowling Center

You can take time to visit Air Lanes Bowling Center during your travels to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Easter Lake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Easter Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lauridsen Amphitheater

You can enjoy a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater during your stay in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Blank Park Zoo?

Blank Park Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. You'll find 234 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Blank Park Zoo?

Days Inn & Suites 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 an indoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Blank Park Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport and Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG.

How many hotels will I find near Blank Park Zoo?

Expedia has 234 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Blank Park Zoo.

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

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Blank Park Zoo.

What can I see and do near Blank Park Zoo?

You'll want to browse the collections at Fort Des Moines Museum, Science Center of Iowa and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Salisbury House, Walnut Street Bridge and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place and Wooly's.

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1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

10. Des Lux Hotel

11. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

12. Wildwood Lodge

13. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

15. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

16. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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

19. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

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Top Blank Park Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Cozy Rest Motel

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Des Lux Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Other attractions near Blank Park Zoo

Gray’s Lake Park

A. H. Blank Golf Course

Fort Des Moines Museum

Southridge Mall

Echo Valley Driving Range

Air Lanes Bowling Center

Easter Lake Park

Lauridsen Amphitheater

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