10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines from NZ$184

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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, 0.6 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Heidi

NZ$302

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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".

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

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 0.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Sonya

NZ$284

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

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

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 2.2 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Megan

NZ$209

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

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

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

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

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.9 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Ryan

NZ$334

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a metal ladder, and a view of the city at night through large windows.

A modern stadium with a glass facade, a prominent entrance, and an American flag.

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

5. Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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

Dawn R.

NZ$235

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

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

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

Meg

NZ$255

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

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.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Charles

NZ$184

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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

8. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

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

Sweta

NZ$283

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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.

9. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

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

Mary

NZ$244

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

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

A modern bar area with a pool table, bar stools, and a liquor display.

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

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

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

Lori

NZ$300

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 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.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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

Mario

NZ$184

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

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

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

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

Nancy

NZ$268

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

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.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

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

Michael

NZ$259

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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 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 multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

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

David A

NZ$209

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

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.

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

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

Jayson

NZ$283

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, featuring a cocktail and candles.

A multi-level hotel atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and artwork on the walls.

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

A row of tables with metallic pitchers and crystal glassware, set against a purple-lit background.

16. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

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

Candy

NZ$259

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

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

Felicia

NZ$217

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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 bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

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

Debbie

NZ$281

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

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

19. Wildwood Lodge

11.6 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Kristian

NZ$184

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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.

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11.5 km from John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Jerad

NZ$225

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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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 1,111 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,349 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,010 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park Hotel Reviews

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean and enjoyed our stay."

Sleepover | Wonderful 1BD/1BA -Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Walking distance from several restaurants and activities."

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Good spot to be downtown. Next the baseball field"

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Comfy and clean."

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"So grateful to the staff, the location was perfect for an event and parking was easy. There could be a crosswalk though to the parking lot so that people can get across safely."

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

10/10 Excellent

"The host is very responsive to any questions or concerns.Very cozy place."

Luxury condo. 2 car garage, rooftop patio. Perfect for work or play!

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Residence was very clean & had everything we needed. Convenient to downtown areas all walkable. Will definitely stay there again!"

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Close to everything we needed down town."

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great place to stay and it was clean. I was charged for a damaged side table that was damaged prior to my arrival. They investigated and realized I was not the one who damaged the side table and returned the fee they initially charged."

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 exploring the galleries in 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 make plans for a show at Hoyt Sherman Place on 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 trip to 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 take a trip to 801 Grand. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Explore the campus of The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House as part of your travels around 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, take a look at the 136 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place 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 traveller 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 should I expect to find close to John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park?

Expedia has 136 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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.

Top Hotels Near John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines from NZ$184

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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. 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. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

9. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

10. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

12. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

13. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

15. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

16. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

17. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

18. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

19. Wildwood Lodge

20. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

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Top John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park Hotel Reviews

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Sleepover | Wonderful 1BD/1BA -Downtown Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

Luxury condo. 2 car garage, rooftop patio. Perfect for work or play!

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

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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