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

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

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

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Bobbi

NT$4,928

NT$5,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

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.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.7 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Karen

NT$4,052

NT$4,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 2.2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Cassandra

NT$3,012

NT$3,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

A spacious living area with a large black marble fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern bar area with orange chairs.

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 1.1 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Brett

NT$5,494

NT$6,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

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

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

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

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Joe

NT$3,467

NT$3,883 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dark cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.

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

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Emily

NT$3,694

NT$4,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent '207' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern restaurant with green booths, wooden tables, and a brick wall.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

CINDY

NT$3,118

NT$3,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

A hallway with a bull head sculpture, a cabinet with bottles, and a modern light fixture.

A modern hotel dining area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a central bar area.

A modern bar area with a pool table, bar stools, and a liquor display.

8. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 2.2 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Marcia

NT$4,894

NT$5,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station featuring multiple coffee machines, a beverage dispenser, and a buffet setup with bowls and napkins.

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Thomas

NT$3,012

NT$3,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

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

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

10. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.6 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Nicole

NT$3,261

NT$3,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.

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

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.7 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Kristy

NT$3,439

NT$3,851 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a city view, a modern lamp, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large punch bowl, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

12. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 1.3 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Valerie

NT$4,389

NT$4,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A compact living space with a flat-screen TV, a kitchenette, a dining area with a bar, and a small seating area.

A conference room with a round table, multiple chairs, water bottles, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

A hotel room with a television mounted on the wall, a seating area with two chairs and a small table, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a curved marble counter, wooden paneling, and framed artwork on the walls.

13. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 1.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Candy

NT$4,238

NT$4,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

14. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Felicia

NT$3,564

NT$3,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

15. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.7 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Debbie

NT$4,407

NT$4,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Four cereal dispensers with different types of cereals.

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

16. Wildwood Lodge

11.5 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Akacia

NT$3,316

NT$3,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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.

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11.4 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Shazia

NT$3,828

NT$4,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

18. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

11 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Merlin

NT$2,727

NT$3,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

19. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

12.9 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Stacia

NT$4,213

NT$4,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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 hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

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

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

12.8 km from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Jeffrey

NT$3,559

NT$3,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,110 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,387 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View

Top Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"What a beautiful hotel, very accommodating when I ask them for more towels and shampoo(I have long hair and lots of it). Breakfast was so delicious. The bar was wonderful. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. My room was clean if there is one negative sound travels and I was awaken pretty early possibly because my room was in the back of the hotel."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay there again."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"This Comfort Inn location is located in a prime location, walking distance to various attractions. Clean, quiet and safe. Staff is stellar and rooms are clean and comfortable. We visited for the Des Moines Marathon and will return for future endeavors. Thank you for the great stay!"

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean hotel. Edwin, the shuttle driver, was amazing! Very personable, quick and reliable. Ordered a pork tenderloin sandwich from the hotel restaurant and it was delicious. All staff were very helpful with whatever I needed. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again."

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

8/10 Good

"Staff was very helpful and rooms were clean"

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"My room had dirty carpet, and hair on the floor (not mine) Also there was an old coffee pod in the maker when I went to use it Sunday morning. The food I got from the lounge was good though."

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"D"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"It was very nice"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Unfortunately the pool was closed for remodel which we didn’t know prior but the staff at the front desk was very helpful and let the kids have a treat as a conciliation. The shuttle was so convenient to have as a part of our stay so we could just enjoy our visit. Room was clean and it was nice they came in and brought fresh towels. Most places don’t even provide that anymore."

Other attractions near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Western Gateway Park

After visiting Western Gateway Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Pappajohn Sculpture Park

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Hoyt Sherman Place

8.2/10 (191 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Hoyt Sherman Place during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Des Moines Public Library

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

Des Moines Public Library is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Temple Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Temple Theater during your stay in Des Moines. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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801 Grand

8.0/10 (71 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines when you spend time at 801 Grand. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Walk around the campus at The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Terrace Hill

4.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Terrace Hill. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden is located in a family-friendly area of Des Moines known for its array of dining options and lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 134 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Other good choices close by include Des Lux Hotel and Des Moines Marriott Downtown.

How many hotels will I find close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Expedia has 134 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden.

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What can I see and do near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden?

Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and Des Moines Art Center feature captivating exhibits. Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Temple Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater, and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden hotels

1. Des Lux Hotel

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

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

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

9. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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. Wildwood Lodge

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

18. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

19. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Compare popular hotels close to Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Top Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Other attractions near Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Western Gateway Park

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Hoyt Sherman Place

Des Moines Public Library

Temple Theater

801 Grand

The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Terrace Hill

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