The Best Hotels Closest to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines for 2026

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

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

A hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, a grand chandelier, and traditional decor including lion statues.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.6 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Heidi

NT$5,420

NT$6,070 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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, 0.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Kelsey

NT$4,468

NT$5,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

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, 2.2 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Cassandra

NT$3,305

NT$3,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

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

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

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, 0.9 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Brett

NT$5,385

NT$6,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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

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

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Meg

NT$3,537

NT$3,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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.

A hot tub with a tiled wall and metal railings.

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 1.8 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Emily

NT$3,760

NT$4,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

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

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large city view, a sofa, a dining area, and a small table with a decorative item.

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.1 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Sweta

NT$4,337

NT$5,003 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

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

8. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Mary

NT$2,390

NT$4,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 hotel dining area with round tables, cushioned chairs, and a central bar area.

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

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 2 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Lori

NT$5,066

NT$5,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Mario

NT$2,952

NT$3,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.

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

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

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.7 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Nancy

NT$4,301

NT$4,817 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, 1.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Nicole

NT$3,617

NT$4,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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 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.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

David A

NT$3,370

NT$3,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

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

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.

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 1 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Jayson

NT$4,556

NT$5,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

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

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 1.7 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Candy

NT$4,154

NT$4,653 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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.

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

16. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Felicia

NT$3,505

NT$3,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

17. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.4 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Debbie

NT$4,524

NT$5,067 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

11.6 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Kristian

NT$2,952

NT$3,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

11.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Jerad

NT$3,764

NT$4,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 8.6 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Robert

NT$2,667

NT$2,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,109 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,362 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Parking not great, have to pay. No breakfast included and shop is pricey. Hotel itself is great. Very clean and great customer service."

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent

"This is my second time staying here and I really enjoyed my stay. Everything was perfect for me and I really don’t have any complaints. Room was nice and comfortable. Property was clean and very secure and welcoming. Wonderful breakfast selection. I have dietary restrictions and I was able to find things to eat. They even had oat milk, which was huge for me being lactose intolerant and vegan. I will definitely stay again and recommend to others."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The quiet of the place was peaceful and calm. Soothing for an anxiety driven individual who doesn't do well with situations outside my every day. Valet was extra nice and eager to help. Friendly. Room was well kept and spacious for my get away. I enjoyed my solitude amongst the people. Will be back again for a longer stay next time."

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean great stay!!!"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Valet was great. Restaurant & breakfast buffet were good; however, the food on the buffet was cold. Starbucks staff was friendly."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The ambiance of this historical hotel makes it an experience, they went all out for Halloween! The staff was so friendly and helpful with directions on parking. And a bonus was the breakfast selection - so much better than many other hotel breakfasts!"

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"This place was great! Perfect location for walking to all the things! The staff were amazing, the lady at the front desk was so welcoming and kind. Breakfast was very good! Room was clean, spacious and bed was comfy!"

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"Conveniently located well appointed property. Staff were very helpful."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great here. Staff were nice and friendly and gave a great dinner recommendation. Enjoyed my stay."

Other attractions near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

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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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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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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Des Moines Public Library

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

Des Moines Public Library 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 and lively festivals.

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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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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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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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The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Walk around the campus at The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park?

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park 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 136 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park?

Adjacent to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, 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 within a short distance include Des Lux Hotel and Des Moines Marriott Downtown.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park?

Expedia has 136 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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What can I see and do near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park?

Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and Des Moines Art Center feature captivating exhibits. Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Temple Theater are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can catch a show at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater, and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park 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. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

6. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

7. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

8. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

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. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Compare popular hotels close to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Top John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Other attractions near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Western Gateway Park

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Des Moines Public Library

Hoyt Sherman Place

Temple Theater

801 Grand

The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

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