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A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a matching ottoman, a flat-screen TV on a wooden desk, a standing lamp, and a framed abstract painting on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2.1 km from Blank Park Zoo

nola

NZ$243

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and potted plants.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise equipment.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock, framed pictures on the wall, and a seating area with patterned cushions.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, green patterned chairs, a television mounted above the fireplace, and a patterned carpet.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

2 km from Blank Park Zoo

Richard

NZ$242

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen visible in the background.

A modern hallway with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a tiled backsplash.

A bar area with a polished bar counter, a variety of bottles and glasses, and a well-lit ambiance.

A restaurant with a wooden interior, a chandelier, and a 'Reserved' sign on the table.

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

2.1 km from Blank Park Zoo

Christine

NZ$274

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a sign reading "welcome to Des Moines," and a framed picture above the door.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 2.9 km from Blank Park Zoo

Jayson

NZ$184

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, white chairs, and a blue and white color scheme.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a TV, a fireplace, and a small table.

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.9 km from Blank Park Zoo

Felicia

NZ$132

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious indoor area with multiple levels, featuring a central open space with tables and chairs, surrounded by balconies and a large, colorful ceiling structure.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a potted plant, and a seating area.

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

Watrous South, 2.2 km from Blank Park Zoo

Reginald

NZ$218

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

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

A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, a sofa, and a floral armchair.

A restaurant with wooden furniture, a chalkboard wall, and a ceiling fan.

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.8 km from Blank Park Zoo

Milagros

NZ$123

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A reception desk with a stone facade, a 'Quality by Choice Hotels' sign, and pendant lighting.

A swimming pool with a checkered border, a sunroof, and a seating area with white tables and chairs.

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a sign indicating it is a Quality Inn Express.

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 2.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Barbara

NZ$126

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a bar area, and neon signs for Corona and Modelo beer brands.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, modern seating, and a distinctive blue-lit ceiling.

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 1.8 km from Blank Park Zoo

Ashley

NZ$130

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

10. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 7.4 km from Blank Park Zoo

Heidi

NZ$283

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

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

11. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 7.3 km from Blank Park Zoo

Todd

NZ$277

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

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

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

12. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 6.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Robert

NZ$177

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

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.

13. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

17.4 km from Blank Park Zoo

natallie

NZ$241

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire pit, and outdoor seating.

A modern bar area with a white countertop, black bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A modern living room with a fireplace, green upholstered chairs, a round coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

5.6 km from Blank Park Zoo

Jodi

NZ$172

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

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

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 9.3 km from Blank Park Zoo

Megan

NZ$209

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

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

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

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

16. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

5.4 km from Blank Park Zoo

Nathan

NZ$177

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

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

17. Wildwood Lodge

15.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Kristian

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

17.7 km from Blank Park Zoo

Jerad

NZ$225

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

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".

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

17.3 km from Blank Park Zoo

Tiff

NZ$226

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

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.

20. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

18.2 km from Blank Park Zoo

Maureen

NZ$136

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Blank Park Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport	9.4 Exceptional 685 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport	9.2 Wonderful 683 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport	9.0 Wonderful 742 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,824 reviews	View

Top Blank Park Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8/10 Good

"Room was clean. I got in later so I could catch an early flight."

Fabulous 2-bedroom house with AC in Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Host communicated very well. Quiet neighborhood. Small old house that's been updated, worked well for the 2 of us. Driveway and walkway could use more gravel for times like this where they've had a lot of rain."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent

"I was originally given a room next to the laundry, so I asked the front desk person if she could give me another room and she did so without question and very cheerfully. Great customer service. The complementary breakfast was also fantastic! Great hotel – highly recommended."

Heated Pool Hot Tub PicklebalMovieTheaterPoolTable GameR Golf

10/10 Excellent

"One of the most amazing stays. Pool was heated to our liking. Host was very responsive. Great stay for a girls weekend!! Can’t wait to come back"

Urban Farmer House

10/10 Excellent

"Great Property & location."

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for what we needed!"

Stylish Split Foyer - The Sullivan 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay"

Modern Boho Townhome w/Hidden Reading Nook Near Downtown Des Moines!

10/10 Excellent

"Clean duplex very responsive host everything there that we needed we really enjoyed it it was our first actual use of verbo and we will be doing it again"

Other attractions near Blank Park Zoo

Gray’s Lake Park

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

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A. H. Blank Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at A. H. Blank Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Fort Des Moines Museum

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fort Des Moines Museum in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Southridge Mall

6.8/10 (26 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Southridge Mall during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

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Echo Valley Driving Range

You can take time to visit Echo Valley Driving Range during your travels to Norwalk.

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Easter Lake Park

Explore the great outdoors at Easter Lake Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Lauridsen Amphitheater

You can enjoy a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater during your stay in Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Willow Creek Golf Club

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at Willow Creek Golf Club. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Blank Park Zoo?

Blank Park Zoo is located in a welcoming area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. You'll find 217 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Blank Park Zoo?

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Blank Park Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport and AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.

How many hotels will I find near Blank Park Zoo?

Expedia has 217 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Blank Park Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Blank Park Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Blank Park Zoo.

What can I see and do near Blank Park Zoo?

You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, Fort Des Moines Museum and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Salisbury House, Temple Theater and Walnut Street Bridge are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place and Wooly's.

Top Hotels Near Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines from NZ$123

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1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

3. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport

4. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

5. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

6. Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport/Conf Center by IHG

7. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

8. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

9. Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport

10. Des Lux Hotel

11. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

12. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

13. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

15. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

16. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

17. Wildwood Lodge

18. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

20. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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Top Blank Park Zoo Hotel Reviews

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Fabulous 2-bedroom house with AC in Des Moines

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

Heated Pool Hot Tub PicklebalMovieTheaterPoolTable GameR Golf

Urban Farmer House

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Stylish Split Foyer - The Sullivan 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Modern Boho Townhome w/Hidden Reading Nook Near Downtown Des Moines!

Other attractions near Blank Park Zoo

Gray’s Lake Park

A. H. Blank Golf Course

Fort Des Moines Museum

Southridge Mall

Echo Valley Driving Range

Easter Lake Park

Lauridsen Amphitheater

Willow Creek Golf Club

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