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

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 0.3 km from Des Moines Public Library

Bobbi

CA $216

CA $242 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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, 0.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Karen

CA $177

CA $198 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

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

CA $131

CA $147 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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.

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

4. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 0.6 km from Des Moines Public Library

Brett

CA $240

CA $269 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 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, 1.4 km from Des Moines Public Library

Emily

CA $162

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Des Moines Public Library

Joe

CA $141

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.9 km from Des Moines Public Library

CINDY

CA $136

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A table set with white flowers, candles, and silverware, suggesting a formal dining setting.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a stage, and two large screens.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, two side tables, a patterned carpet, and a wall with illuminated panels.

8. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.8 km from Des Moines Public Library

Sweta

CA $197

CA $227 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 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 modern living room with sofas, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the cityscape.

9. AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 1.7 km from Des Moines Public Library

Marcia

CA $214

CA $240 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 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.

10. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Thomas

CA $131

CA $147 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 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.

11. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 0.4 km from Des Moines Public Library

Nancy

CA $192

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

12. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

Nicole

CA $161

CA $180 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 1.2 km from Des Moines Public Library

David A

CA $150

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

14. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 0.7 km from Des Moines Public Library

Greg

CA $192

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

A gift shop with snack displays and a microwave. Signs direct to the front desk for purchases.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a red accent wall.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large window with curtains.

15. Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Historic East Village, 1.4 km from Des Moines Public Library

Candy

CA $185

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

CA $156

CA $175 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

CA $193

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An indoor swimming pool with a rock feature, clear glass walls, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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.

18. Wildwood Lodge

11.9 km from Des Moines Public Library

Akacia

CA $141

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

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.

19. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

12.3 km from Des Moines Public Library

Stacia

CA $180

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 8.8 km from Des Moines Public Library

William

CA $120

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Public Library

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,114 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,377 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Des Moines Public Library Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Several wonderful restaurants in walking distance. Hob Nob restaurant in the hotel has good food & drinks. Hidden speakeasy was a nice surprise. Room was clean & comfortable. Staff was very friendly. Would definitely stay here again"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"They were renovating the hotel and the pool wasn't open but the staff were very friendly."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Close to numerous places to eat at and convenient for the event we were attending."

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."

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!"

Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM

10/10 Excellent

"The owner was very quick in responding when I had any questions. We stayed here and walked to the Casey’s Center for a concert. Parking was easy. Loft was very clean. Check in and check out was very easy. No complaints at all. Would definitely stay here again!"

Downtown Loft Skyline View 2BR

10/10 Excellent

"Great property and host. Property was exactly as described and clean on arrival. Check-in was simple. Communication before, during, and after the stay was excellent. Dan responded promptly at all times, and even helped me retrieve an item I had left behind after checkout. I will definitely consider staying here next time I’m in town."

City Haven: Modern Loft 2bd/2bth Downtown DSM

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place and great location!"

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.

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. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

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. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

20. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Compare popular hotels close to Des Moines Public Library

Top Des Moines Public Library Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Cozy Boho-Chic Downtown 2BD/2BR - Downtown DSM

Downtown Loft Skyline View 2BR

City Haven: Modern Loft 2bd/2bth Downtown DSM

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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