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An outdoor seating area with fire pits, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a covered walkway.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with two yellow armchairs, a central coffee table, and a colorful carpet.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, green bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Hays

1.4 km from Optimist Playground

Lynne

NT$3,665

NT$4,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, multiple windows, and a decorative roof.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

A wooden cabinet with glass doors, containing various decorative items and a framed picture.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a chandelier, leading to a landing with a mirror and framed pictures.

2. The Bissing House

2.1 km from Optimist Playground

Scott

NT$3,707

NT$4,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with a round table and four chairs, a grill, and a fire pit.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of the parking lot.

A compact kitchen with a GE refrigerator, stainless steel microwave, and a coffee maker.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

1.6 km from Optimist Playground

Philip

NT$4,118

NT$4,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items.

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and other items.

A modern lobby with a sofa, green armchairs, a bench, a small table, a TV, and a bookshelf with plants.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG

1.8 km from Optimist Playground

Joyce

NT$3,512

NT$4,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'avid' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A modern indoor space with a market area featuring refrigerated beverages and snacks, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a counter with a cash register.

A modern restaurant with a large TV screen, wooden tables, and chairs. There is a counter with a coffee machine and a sign that reads "Fresh for you. All day. All night." The room has large windows and a view of the outside.

A modern reception area with a counter, a 'Market' sign, and a refrigerated display case with beverages.

5. avid hotel Hays by IHG

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Frank

NT$2,682

NT$3,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with wooden ceiling and tiled walls, surrounded by chairs and a small table.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and wall art.

A modern hotel lobby with a brown sofa, a round table, a yellow armchair, and a reception desk.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a brown sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Craig

NT$2,606

NT$3,062 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green vase with dried flowers, and framed certificates on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small seating area.

A row of vending machines, including a Coca-Cola ice cooler and a Coca-Cola dispenser.

7. Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Salvador

NT$3,515

NT$4,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern restaurant with a central island, booths, and a bar area.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, a projector screen, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel reception area with a central desk, a clock, and a coffee station.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

8. Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

1.6 km from Optimist Playground

Dave

NT$3,508

NT$4,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a large framed picture on the wall, and two lamps.

A kitchen with light wood cabinets, a granite countertop, and a black chair.

A living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a large framed picture on the wall.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and seating areas.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Jill

NT$2,307

NT$2,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a Life Fitness elliptical machine.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a nightstand.

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

1.3 km from Optimist Playground

Neal

NT$2,873

NT$3,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a bed, a nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a kitchenette, and two beverage vending machines.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden interior, a blue pool edge, and a ladder leading into the water.

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, juice dispenser, and various food items.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Alexandra

NT$2,934

NT$3,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with three beds, wooden headboards, and a wooden floor.

A waiting area with blue chairs, a glass table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a display of travel brochures.

A water dispenser labeled "Scotsman" mounted on a wall, an exit sign above a door, and a tiled floor.

A building with a 'Lobby' sign, a stone facade, and a parking lot with cars.

12. Econo Lodge Hays I-70

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Hannah

NT$2,184

NT$2,566 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a television on a stand, and a small desk with a lamp.

A gym with various exercise machines including treadmills, elliptical trainers, and weight machines.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Hays

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Patricia

NT$2,252

NT$2,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living area with a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, and a large painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a coffee station.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Hays

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Trevor

NT$2,510

NT$2,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A breakfast area with waffle and hot food stations, seating, and a flat-screen TV.

A hotel room with a desk, two armchairs, a lamp, a framed picture, and a staircase.

A swimming pool with a wooden interior, a lifeguard chair, and a clock on the wall.

15. Quality Inn Hays I-70

1.4 km from Optimist Playground

Denise

NT$2,431

NT$2,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Optimist Playground

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Hays	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
The Bissing House	9.4 Exceptional 91 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays	9.0 Wonderful 813 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
avid hotel Hays by IHG	8.8 Excellent 972 reviews	View

Top Optimist Playground Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Hays

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was nice and room was clean."

Econo Lodge Hays I-70

10/10 Excellent

"The motel is clean and comfortable. The staff is also very nice. It is nothing fancy, but we were staying in Hays to see family not hang out in a motel. It is nice having free breakfast every morning too."

The Bissing House

8/10 Good

"Quirky little bed-and-breakfast enjoyed our stay had an excellent breakfast prepared by the staff. The only thing I would suggest is they put the name of the person on the room who has it? I accidentally went into the wrong room, but it was all turned ok"

Hilton Garden Inn Hays

10/10 Excellent

"We always plan our trips west with a stay in Hays at this property. It’s terrific as is the staff."

Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was well maintained and clean i woild stay again."

Days Inn by Wyndham Ellis

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, good breakfast"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was friendly and professional. Breakfast was very good with a nice selection to choose from. Rooms were quiet with comfortable beds and bathroom was clean with all the needed amenities such as shampoo and conditioner. The kitchen had a microwave and small stove top with refrigerator and sink. Also included a dishwasher with sink disposal. Had the normal needed dishware, pots, pans, and dishes with cups and a small coffee maker. Very nice setup if you are we staying for a few days. Super Walmart located nearby for any supplies."

Quality Inn Hays I-70

8/10 Good

"My stay was a good experience. All was fine. Parking was the only negative."

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Daniel G. Rupp Park

After visiting Daniel G. Rupp Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hays. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Big Creek Crossing

You can do some window-shopping at Big Creek Crossing during your stay in Hays. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Northridge Shopping Center

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Optimist Playground?

Optimist Playground is located in Hays. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Optimist Playground?

Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Optimist Playground. Other good choices within a short distance include Baymont by Wyndham Hays and AmericInn by Wyndham Hays.

How many hotels are there near Optimist Playground?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Optimist Playground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Optimist Playground, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Optimist Playground.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Optimist Playground?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Optimist Playground, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Optimist Playground?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Ellis County Historical Society Museum and Fort Hays State Historic Site. You can enjoy live performances at Fox Theatre and Hays Community Theater. Spend some time wandering around Hays Dog Park, Treat Playground, and Custer Island Park.

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Our top choices for Optimist Playground hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Hays

2. The Bissing House

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG

5. avid hotel Hays by IHG

6. Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

7. Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

8. Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70

12. Econo Lodge Hays I-70

13. Baymont by Wyndham Hays

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Hays

15. Quality Inn Hays I-70

Compare popular hotels close to Optimist Playground

Top Optimist Playground Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Hays

Econo Lodge Hays I-70

The Bissing House

Hilton Garden Inn Hays

Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

Days Inn by Wyndham Ellis

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

Quality Inn Hays I-70

Other attractions near Optimist Playground

Whisnant Park

Rolling Hills Park

Daniel G. Rupp Park

Big Creek Crossing

Northridge Shopping Center

Tebo Village

Hays City Boot Hill

Centennial Plaza

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