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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 hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

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

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.3 km from Des Moines Public Library

Bobbi

NT$4,856

NT$5,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

A grand lobby with a piano, a chandelier, and a seating area.

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

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Kelsey

NT$4,061

NT$4,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

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

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, 2.3 km from Des Moines Public Library

Cassandra

NT$3,034

NT$3,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

An indoor venue with a brick wall, black chairs arranged in rows, and hanging plants.

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

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

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.6 km from Des Moines Public Library

Brett

NT$5,395

NT$6,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, framed artwork, a reception desk, and a seating area.

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

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

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 1.4 km from Des Moines Public Library

Emily

NT$3,666

NT$4,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

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

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

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Des Moines Public Library

Joe

NT$3,666

NT$4,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Des Moines Public Library

Charles

NT$3,390

NT$3,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

8. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 0.6 km from Des Moines Public Library

NT$2,460

NT$4,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

9. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Des Moines Public Library

Sweta

NT$4,457

NT$5,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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 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.

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 1.7 km from Des Moines Public Library

NT$4,822

NT$5,401 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.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

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

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.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Thomas

NT$2,980

NT$3,337 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Nicole

NT$3,764

NT$4,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.

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.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

David A

NT$3,402

NT$3,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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 conference room with a long table, white and black chairs, and a seating area with yellow ottomans.

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

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.7 km from Des Moines Public Library

Jayson

NT$4,597

NT$5,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and potted plants.

A buffet table with various dishes including chips, vegetables, and dips.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a chair.

A row of tables with crystal glasses and silver pitchers, likely for a formal event.

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 1.4 km from Des Moines Public Library

Candy

NT$4,193

NT$4,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.

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

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

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.5 km from Des Moines Public Library

Felicia

NT$3,538

NT$3,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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 beige sofa, a teal ottoman, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a cabinet.

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Debbie

NT$4,567

NT$5,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

18. Wildwood Lodge

11.9 km from Des Moines Public Library

Theresa

NT$3,021

NT$3,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11.7 km from Des Moines Public Library

Jerad

NT$3,772

NT$4,224 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.

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

20. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

11.4 km from Des Moines Public Library

Merlin

NT$2,706

NT$3,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Public Library

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,113 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,371 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 1,003 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Des Moines Public Library Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"Clean room Good staff - professional and courteous Breakfast was very good with a spotless eating area Parking was not required this trip. I would recommend it’s convenience to the downtown area."

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed the concierge lounge and how comfortable the bed was."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

8/10 Good

"Checking in was a challenge because there were several people gathered around the couch and tv in the lobby who were very loud and noisy. It made it very hard to hear what the receptionist was asking me. Maybe having a couch there isn’t the best idea because it invites groups to gather there."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately they were doing maintenance on the outside so we were not able to use the hot tub. Nice hotel and friendly people. The shuttles guys were very helpful also."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Great location to all of downtown"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is a wonderful property. I love staying there. It is both eclectic and comfortable. And I highly recommend it."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and spacious rooms. Good breakfast and great coffee!"

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing downtown hotel! We had a beautiful corner room on the 10th floor and absolutely loved our stay. The historic charm and attention to detail throughout the entire hotel were incredible. Everywhere we looked, there was something unique to admire. We only stayed for one night, but we truly wished we could have stayed longer! The hotel offers fantastic amenities and is within walking distance of so many wonderful restaurants. Valet parking was a great convenience, and every staff member we encountered was courteous, welcoming, and friendly. We had such a wonderful experience and will definitely be back for another visit. Highly recommend!"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed overnight for a concert on the 9th. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast we have ever had. The lady taking care of it took pride in her job. She's an asset to your company. We would stay here again."

Other attractions near Des Moines Public Library

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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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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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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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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Ruan Center

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Ruan Center. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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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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Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Polk County Courthouse

6.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Polk County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Des Moines Public Library?

Des Moines Public Library 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 139 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Des Moines Public Library?

Adjacent to Des Moines Public Library, 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. Other good options close by include Des Lux Hotel and Des Moines Marriott Downtown.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Des Moines Public Library?

Expedia has 139 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Des Moines Public Library.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Des Moines Public Library, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Des Moines Public Library.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Des Moines Public Library?

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What can I see and do near Des Moines Public Library?

Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and Des Moines Art Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Temple Theater are landmarks to visit in the area. You can watch performances at Hoyt Sherman Place, Wooly's, and Lauridsen Amphitheater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Des Moines Public Library 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. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

8. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

9. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

18. Wildwood Lodge

19. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

20. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Public Library

Top Des Moines Public Library Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Other attractions near Des Moines Public Library

Western Gateway Park

Temple Theater

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

801 Grand

Ruan Center

Hoyt Sherman Place

Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Polk County Courthouse

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