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A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a seating area, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a fireplace, and a large television mounted on the wall.

1. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

Colfax

William

S$88

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a landscape view, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, and a blue carpet.

A spacious living area with a dining table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a coffee station.

A hotel hallway with a blue patterned carpet, a door labeled "117", and a sign with a sun and the number "117".

A reception desk with a wooden base and black countertop, flanked by framed pictures and a potted plant.

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

Newton

Stephen

S$76

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, wooden ceiling beams, and lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A Best Western Holiday Manor hotel with a large parking lot and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Best Western Holiday Manor

Newton

Kendra

S$142

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a clock, and a reception desk.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by a red floor and walls, with a ceiling featuring recessed lighting and a visible air vent.

A breakfast bar with a refrigerator, coffee machine, and beverage dispenser.

4. Quality Inn Newton at I-80

Newton

Todd

S$77

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception desk with a stone wall background, a laptop, a phone, and a small table with a tissue box.

A building with a parking lot, a front door, and a bench.

A kitchenette with two coffee makers, a coffee cup, and a croissant on the counter.

A modern living room with leather sofas, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newton IA

Newton

Justice

S$78

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A shower area with a grab bar, a white towel rack, and a showerhead.

A kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator. There are chairs and a table in the dining area.

A reception area with a counter, a framed welcome sign, a wooden bench, and a console table with a decorative item.

A small workspace with a computer, a teal chair, and a counter with coffee dispensers and cups.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton

Newton

Pat

S$73

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A snack display with various packaged foods and a sign indicating a peak inside for personal items.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, a large welcome sign, and a self-service kiosk.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Altoona

Christy

S$159

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

8. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

Michael

S$121

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A coffee station with two espresso machines and a display of coffee cups and pods.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a mirror, and a window with an air conditioner.

A hotel reception area with a desk, chairs, a printer, and artwork on the walls.

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

Altoona

rick

S$131

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

10. Colfax Inn

Colfax

Miriam

S$97

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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.

11. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

todd m

S$152

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a window with blinds, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside lamp.

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

12. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

Altoona

Craig

S$108

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a wooden ceiling fan.

A two-story building with a sign reading "American Inn." It features a covered front porch with a stone facade and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf with various decorative items.

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Newton

Newton

Pascal El

S$138

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a red carpet, and a chair with a patterned cushion.

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, wooden headboards, white bedding, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a dining area featuring wooden tables and chairs, a sofa, and a decorative door with geometric patterns.

14. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Altoona

Scott

S$75

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, stone pillars, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting above the bed.

A wooden deck with a metal railing overlooking a body of water and a grassy landscape.

15. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

Newton

Ann

S$164

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A reception area with a wooden wall, a reception desk, and seating with red chairs.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

A hotel reception area with a counter, coffee machine, and various amenities.

A gym with cardio machines, a weight bench, and a mirror.

16. Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Altoona

Apajok

S$118

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden flooring, and a large window.

A reception area with a counter, a brown leather chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted clock.

A hotel room with a desk, a red chair, a TV mounted on the wall, a coffee maker, and a water dispenser.

17. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

Altoona

Abby

S$83

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.

An indoor pool area with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled flooring, and multiple seating areas around the pool.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, small table, TV, and a large bathtub.

18. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Pleasant Hill

Austin

S$93

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp and phone, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large chandelier.

A bar area with a sign reading 'PHOTO FINISH LOUNGE,' bar stools, a bar counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

A gym with multiple treadmills, weight machines, and dumbbells.

19. Prairie Meadows Hotel

Altoona

S$178

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, under a wooden ceiling with large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

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

A hotel dining area with tables and chairs, a coffee station, and a view into the kitchen.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

Pella

Zachary

S$96

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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Stay near popular Prairie City attractions

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge in Prairie City. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Top Prairie City Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Another great stay as usual!"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing restored boutique hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The decor for Halloween was on point as well! Look forward to returning."

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Always an amazing experience"

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We love the rooms with the 2 rooms! We love the breakfast because a chef makes made to order omelets!! We love this beautiful hotel! It’s where we stay in Des Moines!"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8/10 Good

"The rooms were nice and comfortable."

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay near the airport"

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The hot tub wasn’t working but over all was a good stay"

More cheap stays in Prairie City

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

2701 Adventureland Dr Altoona IA

S$75

11 Nov - 12 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA

S$94

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA

S$101

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA

S$128

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

929 3rd St Des Moines IA

S$133

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

5001 Fleur Dr Des Moines IA

S$135

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Prairie City?

Located 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from the heart of Prairie City, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are Sonesta Essential Des Moines and Des Lux Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Prairie City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Prairie City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Prairie City.

What is staying in Prairie City like?

Travellers to Prairie City will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 604 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Prairie City.

What should I see while I'm in Prairie City?

A favourite place to visit is Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Iowa Speedway and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Prairie City guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Prairie City?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -2°C. The snowiest months in Prairie City are January, March, November and February, with each month seeing an average of 17 cm of snowfall.

Prairie City Hotels from S$73

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Our top choices for Prairie City hotels

1. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Colfax/Newton

2. Days Inn by Wyndham Newton

3. Best Western Holiday Manor

4. Quality Inn Newton at I-80

5. Baymont Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newton IA

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Newton

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

8. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

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

10. Colfax Inn

11. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

12. My Place Hotel - Altoona/Des Moines, IA

13. AmericInn by Wyndham Newton

14. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

15. Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Newton

16. Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

17. Best Western Plus Altoona Inn

18. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

19. Prairie Meadows Hotel

20. Baymont by Wyndham Pella

Stay near popular Prairie City attractions

Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge

Learn more about Prairie City

Top Prairie City Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Des Lux Hotel

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

More cheap stays in Prairie City

Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

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