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A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

5.9 km from Prairie Lakes

Ralph

NT$2,569

NT$2,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

2. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

5.4 km from Prairie Lakes

gary

NT$3,133

NT$3,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

A modern conference room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

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

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

9.9 km from Prairie Lakes

Maureen

NT$2,824

NT$3,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

4. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

5.9 km from Prairie Lakes

Chrisshanna

NT$3,104

NT$3,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

3.9 km from Prairie Lakes

Christopher

NT$2,758

NT$3,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A gym with treadmills, a pool, and a motivational wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.

6. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

3.5 km from Prairie Lakes

MELINDA

NT$3,088

NT$3,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

13.6 km from Prairie Lakes

Tiff

NT$3,610

NT$4,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel with a prominent 'TRU by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern retail space with a central island stocked with beverages, surrounded by shelves of snacks and packaged goods.

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

3.5 km from Prairie Lakes

Ervin

NT$3,866

NT$4,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, wooden accents, and modern furniture.

9. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

5.3 km from Prairie Lakes

Carl

NT$3,861

NT$4,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

10. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

6.4 km from Prairie Lakes

Amy

NT$3,088

NT$3,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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

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

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.

11. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

14.8 km from Prairie Lakes

Sarah

NT$2,848

NT$3,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

12. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

13.5 km from Prairie Lakes

Robert

NT$4,019

NT$4,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a buffet area with plates, and a view into the dining area.

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

13. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

6.1 km from Prairie Lakes

Michelle

NT$3,105

NT$3,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A pool area with a blue pool, metal pool ladders, and a chair with a towel.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a table, and a chair.

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

15.9 km from Prairie Lakes

rick

NT$3,133

NT$3,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

15. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

6.2 km from Prairie Lakes

Edwin

NT$2,677

NT$3,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A modern, circular counter with a variety of snacks and beverages, a refrigerated display, and a digital screen.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

A self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

16. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

13.7 km from Prairie Lakes

Elaine

NT$2,828

NT$3,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

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

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

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

15.8 km from Prairie Lakes

Christy

NT$3,373

NT$3,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A modern gym with weightlifting equipment, a bench, and a mirrored wall.

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

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a well-lit entrance.

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

15.9 km from Prairie Lakes

todd m

NT$3,550

NT$3,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sun terrace with large windows.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a built-in sink.

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

3.5 km from Prairie Lakes

Aaron

NT$4,671

NT$5,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

16.1 km from Prairie Lakes

Ashley

NT$3,477

NT$3,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Prairie Lakes

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,058 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 364 reviews	View
GrandStay Hotel & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 813 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines	9.2 Wonderful 956 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines	8.8 Excellent 765 reviews	View

Top Prairie Lakes Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room with a mini kitchen. Great value."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, great location, good breakfast, nice outdoor seating, and nice rooms."

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"There were boxes in the lobby that looked like they were planning or going through renovations. But other than that, it was clean, quiet, and the staff nice and friendly."

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"really love this place really close to alot of restaurants and next to walmart which made it really convinient for us Staff was really nice and helpfull they offer free laundry you just gota take your own detergent other than that we will stay there again for sure"

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Good"

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

"Break fast was delicious. The room was clean and spacious."

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"N/A"

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"The room was large, but it did have a musty smell. The breakfast was great. The check-in was easy."

Other attractions near Prairie Lakes

Greentree Park

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

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Horizon Park

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

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Faith Baptist Bible College

Walk around the campus at Faith Baptist Bible College during your stay in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Prairie Ridge Sports Complex

Prairie Ridge Sports Complex is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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North Creek Park

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

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Ashland Meadows Park

Ashland Meadows Park is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Village Park

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

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Georgetown Park

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Prairie Lakes?

Prairie Lakes is located in Ankeny. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 60 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Prairie Lakes?

Tru By Hilton Ankeny 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 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Prairie Lakes. Other good choices within 5 miles include Wyndham Garden Ankeny/Des Moines and Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Prairie Lakes?

Expedia has 60 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Prairie Lakes.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Prairie Lakes.

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

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Prairie Lakes, click here.

What can I see and do near Prairie Lakes?

Enjoy the outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, Oak Grove Recreation Area, or Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area. Otter Creek Golf Course, Ankeny Stadium, or Ankeny Golf and Country Club are some local sights worth checking out. Des Moines Area Community College, Faith Baptist Bible College, and Northview Shopping Center are a few additional nearby sights.

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Our top choices for Prairie Lakes hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

2. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

3. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

4. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

6. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

8. Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

9. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

11. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

12. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

13. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

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

15. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

16. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

19. Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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Top Prairie Lakes Hotel Reviews

My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

Quality Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Other attractions near Prairie Lakes

Greentree Park

Horizon Park

Faith Baptist Bible College

Prairie Ridge Sports Complex

North Creek Park

Ashland Meadows Park

Village Park

Georgetown Park

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