Fairground, IA
Des Moines
Popular places to visit
Jordan Creek Town Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Principal Park
Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.
Iowa State Capitol Building
A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
Experience the tropics in an indoor garden oasis nearly 100 years old alongside a meandering river in this Midwestern city.
Fairground Hotel Deals
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area
The building is dilapidated. The pool has a sign closed for maintenance. The jacuzzi is permanently closed, the room for the pool was very cold. We got a room with a pull out couch. It was broken and un able to be pulled out. The heater/ac unit was very loud. The soundproofing beetween rooms was ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/29
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Staff was very friendly and hotel was beautiful!
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Wildwood Lodge
Great customer service and breakfast.
Reviewed on 2026/3/30
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
The breakfast menu was awesome! Waffles, fresh fruit, eggs-small scrambled and hard boiled, bacon, toast, juices, coffee and more! Best continental I’ve seen in awhile! The hotel was spotless, as was our room! Excellent and all staff was very cheerful and helpful!! Our dog loved it there too!!
Reviewed on 2026/3/30
Des Lux Hotel
Mary was wonderful at check in and check out! The barista made wonderful craft drinks but wasn’t happy about being the only bar tender for the night. The chips in our room were expired. Breakfast had lots of options except no coffee :( Will for sure give it another go!
Reviewed on 2026/3/29
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
The room was clean the bed was super comfy. The lady who checked us in was great. She was very friendly and Met my special request on accommodations perfectly. A also truly appreciated having housekeeping every day as we were there 3 nights. Having fresh towels daily was very nice. My only complaint ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Other neighborhoods around Fairground
Historic East Village
Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.
Columbus Park
Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Court District
Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.
Downtown Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.
Indianola Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.
Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.
