⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Science Center of Iowa for 2026

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1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.8 km from Science Center of Iowa

Edem

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

2. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.5 km from Science Center of Iowa

Mark

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Science Center of Iowa

Meg

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

4. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 0.8 km from Science Center of Iowa

Diego

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Science Center of Iowa

Danny

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

6. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 1 km from Science Center of Iowa

James

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Science Center of Iowa

Kristi

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Science Center of Iowa

Susan

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

9. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.7 km from Science Center of Iowa

Cody

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

10. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.2 km from Science Center of Iowa

Saori

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.2 km from Science Center of Iowa

Karen

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

12. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Science Center of Iowa

Jayson

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

13. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from Science Center of Iowa

Jacob

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

14. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.7 km from Science Center of Iowa

Anne

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

15. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.6 km from Science Center of Iowa

Anna

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

16. Cozy Rest Motel

Indianola Hills, 2.7 km from Science Center of Iowa

Tabatha

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12.7 km from Science Center of Iowa

Shazia

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

18. Wildwood Lodge

13 km from Science Center of Iowa

Carolyn

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

19. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

11.9 km from Science Center of Iowa

Kristine

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

20. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

13.2 km from Science Center of Iowa

Julie

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,251 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Hilton Des Moines Downtown	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Science Center of Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Hallways were very dirty. Bathroom was dingy."

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Our first time to Des Moines. This hotel is in a very convenient location to lots of things. it is also safe to walk in that neighborhood at all hours. You can park your car for the entire weekend and never have to retrieve it, there is valet or self parking. The staff are all friendly and helpful. Our bathroom sink had a leak and maintenance was there within 10 minutes to fix it. They were respectful and had the problem fixed in a just a few minutes. The gym is very nice, quiet because there are no tvs and ample exercise machines, work out mats, free weights, weight machines. There are two restaurants, one more casual that is open for breakfast lunch and dinner that serves excellent coffee to go and pastries, we had breakfast one morning and the food was excellent as well (omelet, avocado toast). We had drinks in the Proudfoot and Bird which is the fancier restaurant and their food menu looked really nice too. Again, walking distance to the Pappajohns sculpture garden, the Events and Expo center, and Principal Park where the Iows Cubs play. Will definitely stay here again"

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I understand they are doing a lot of maintenance but parking was very inadequate. We had to park almost two blocks away and carry bags from a long distance. They must be remodeling so I would come back again but if I know about the parlor issue I wouldn’t have stayed there as I am having back issues currently."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay here despite having some plumping issues in the first room we were given. Upon notifying staff of the issues we were having, we got upgraded to a larger room at no cost. The staff were incredibly helpful and understanding. Both rooms were nice and clean. The free breakfast was also fantastic. I would definitely stay here again!"

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"Our stay was decent overall. The biggest downside was the parking situation. Parking is located in a garage across the street, but that wasn't disclosed when we booked the room. It would have been helpful to know that in advance so we could plan accordingly. Aside from that, everything else was fine, and we had a pleasant enough stay."

Other attractions near Science Center of Iowa

Principal Park

8.6/10 (133 reviews)

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Science Center of Iowa?

Science Center of Iowa is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 148 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Science Center of Iowa?

Adjacent to Science Center of Iowa, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. Other good options close by include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Science Center of Iowa?

Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Science Center of Iowa.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Science Center of Iowa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Science Center of Iowa.

What can I see and do near Science Center of Iowa?

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, Des Moines Art Center and Pappajohn Sculpture Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Walnut Street Bridge are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for Science Center of Iowa hotels

1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

4. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

6. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

9. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

12. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

13. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

14. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

15. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

16. Cozy Rest Motel

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

18. Wildwood Lodge

19. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

20. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Other attractions near Science Center of Iowa

Principal Park

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