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

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.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.8 km from EMC Expo Center

Erica

NT$4,818

NT$5,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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, 1 km from EMC Expo Center

NT$4,130

NT$4,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 2.7 km from EMC Expo Center

Ktom

NT$3,380

NT$3,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bed with white bedding and pillows against a textured wall.

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

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a TV, artwork on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

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

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

Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from EMC Expo Center

Meg

NT$3,513

NT$3,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Staybridge Suites' on the facade.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and a view of the city at night through large windows.

A building entrance with a glass door, two benches outside, and a wooden ceiling.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and a glass shower door.

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from EMC Expo Center

Dawn R.

NT$3,608

NT$4,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

6. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 0.4 km from EMC Expo Center

Mary

NT$1,852

NT$4,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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 multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 0.3 km from EMC Expo Center

Mark

NT$3,222

NT$3,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

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

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.4 km from EMC Expo Center

joseph

NT$3,202

NT$3,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering views of the city.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

9. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from EMC Expo Center

clayton

NT$4,558

NT$5,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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

A reception area with two reception desks, a white table, and two armchairs.

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

10. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.9 km from EMC Expo Center

Michael

NT$4,151

NT$4,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

A modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

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

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

11. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 0.8 km from EMC Expo Center

Griffin

NT$4,781

NT$5,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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, 0.5 km from EMC Expo Center

Jayson

NT$4,561

NT$5,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 0.9 km from EMC Expo Center

Lauren

NT$3,351

NT$3,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central pool, dining area, and a bar.

14. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 0.7 km from EMC Expo Center

Candy

NT$4,130

NT$4,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 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 hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.

15. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from EMC Expo Center

RYAN

NT$3,482

NT$3,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

A cityscape with a prominent building with a golden dome, surrounded by modern buildings and a highway.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, and a stationary bike, with large windows offering a city view.

16. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 0.7 km from EMC Expo Center

Cassidy

NT$4,590

NT$5,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

12 km from EMC Expo Center

Shazia

NT$3,608

NT$4,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

18. Wildwood Lodge

12.6 km from EMC Expo Center

Paul

NT$3,062

NT$3,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

11.3 km from EMC Expo Center

NT$3,611

NT$4,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

20. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

11.3 km from EMC Expo Center

Robert

NT$4,210

NT$4,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Compare popular hotels close to EMC Expo Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,083 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,291 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top EMC Expo Center Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"Will stay there again!!!"

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Nice location and clean place"

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and well appointed for the price point. Staff were welcoming and friendly."

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"The Staybridge Suites was easy to find and conveniently located between downtown Des Moines and the Iowa State Capitol. Check-in was friendly and efficient. Parking was available in the multi-storey car park next door for $20 per night. My room was a good size, with modern décor and a useful kitchenette area. The reception staff were also very helpful in directing me to the nearby pickup point for the shuttle bus to the Iowa State Fair. The impressive State Capitol is well worth visiting and only a 10–15-minute walk from the hotel. The surrounding area was very quiet during my stay, although this was on a Sunday evening. There were plenty of bars and restaurants nearby, but most were largely deserted that evening. Breakfast was served downstairs and offered a good selection of both hot and cold items. Overall, this was a peaceful and convenient place for an overnight stay in Des Moines. I am not sure there would be enough in the immediate area to occupy me for more than a couple of nights, but it suited my visit very well."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"The young man that checked us in was outstanding and we were able to check in early. The hotel room was clean and comfortable but the elevators and outside landscape could use a little clean up. Breakfast was ok but not a fan of it. Parking is $20 per day so we'll find another hotel next time :("

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8/10 Good

"The stay was fine. The beds are very hard and some people like hard beds but I prefer a cushy bed. The room was pretty clean but there were some hairs scattered about. In my opinion this was an average Marriott in which I consider Marriott to be higher end. This hotel would be more appropriately branded as a four points. The people are nice, room service and food was good, but asked for some utensils and took them 2 hours to bring to the room. I had already gone down to the coffee shop and grabbed some bagged utensils. Shuttle driver Jeff was the star of the show. He was amazing, took us to the fair and airport. Very nice guy, reliable and had tons of information. Food is lacking in the area on a weekend, but the hotel food was good. Probably wouldn’t stay here again though because of nothing open on the weekends and the hard beds."

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

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Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Had to move rooms because of the train but that was my fault for not doing better research on the property. Stayed in a room facing the garden side and it was fine as far as train noise. Rooms were nice and clean and beds comfy. We had some issues with the air and shower in room 218. Hopefully they get it fixed for the next people. Breakfast was ok. More options for breakfast would be nice. Great location and close to bars and restaurants."

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great place to stay and it was clean. I was charged for a damaged side table that was damaged prior to my arrival. They investigated and realized I was not the one who damaged the side table and returned the fee they initially charged."

Other attractions near EMC Expo Center

A city skyline with a river and a bridge.

Iowa Events Center

8.8/10 (573 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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A cityscape with a modern bridge, a lit-up water feature, and a domed structure.

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge 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 or attend a sporting event.

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Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center

9.0/10 (23 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Casey's Center

8.8/10 (976 reviews)

Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World Food Prize Hall of Laureates during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Des Moines Civic Center

8.8/10 (374 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Des Moines Civic Center during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Walnut Street Bridge

9.2/10 (5 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Des Moines when you stop by Walnut Street Bridge. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around EMC Expo Center?

EMC Expo Center is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 167 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near EMC Expo Center?

Adjacent to EMC Expo Center, Hilton Des Moines Downtown is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.

How many hotels will I find close to EMC Expo Center?

Expedia has 167 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from EMC Expo Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near EMC Expo Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near EMC Expo Center.

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What can I see and do near EMC Expo Center?

Science Center of Iowa, Des Moines Art Center, and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates feature captivating exhibits. Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Walnut Street Bridge are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around EMC Expo Center. You can check out the local talent at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place, and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for EMC Expo Center 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. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

6. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

9. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

11. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

12. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

14. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

15. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

16. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

18. Wildwood Lodge

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

20. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Compare popular hotels close to EMC Expo Center

Top EMC Expo Center Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Other attractions near EMC Expo Center

Iowa Events Center

Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge

Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center

Casey's Center

Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens

World Food Prize Hall of Laureates

Des Moines Civic Center

Walnut Street Bridge

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