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A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

1. Wildwood Lodge

1.8 km from Living History Farms

Akacia

￥16,039

￥17,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern outdoor seating area with a central fire feature, cushioned seating, and string lights.

A reception area with a central counter, two bar stools, and a wall with illuminated panels.

A bathroom with a round mirror, wooden cabinets, and a towel rack with white towels.

A modern building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a mix of brick and stucco exterior.

2. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

0.4 km from Living History Farms

greg

￥20,434

￥22,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a wooden ceiling, and a seating area with chairs and umbrellas.

A covered patio with a wooden table and chairs, a cushioned bench, and a hanging plant.

A multi-story brick building with a covered entrance, flagpoles, and a landscaped area with trees.

A reception area with a wooden counter, overhead pendant lights, framed pictures on the wall, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

1.8 km from Living History Farms

Dennis

￥12,514

￥14,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A spacious bar area with high ceilings, large windows, and multiple bar stools.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, leather seating, a round wooden table, and a staircase.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area with stools and tables.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent sign, and a well-lit facade.

4. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

0.4 km from Living History Farms

Elijah

￥17,751

￥19,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

An outdoor patio with modern seating and a built-in fireplace.

A La Quinta hotel entrance with a modern design, numbered 1390, and a landscaped entrance area.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple seating areas, and a kitchen visible in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a lifeguard chair, and a pool ladder.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

1.9 km from Living History Farms

Darla

￥11,863

￥13,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a fireplace.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, including sofas and tables, and a glass-enclosed building in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a glass-enclosed patio area.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

1.6 km from Living History Farms

Ashley

￥13,200

￥14,784 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola with string lights.

A reception area with a counter, two monitors, a refrigerator, and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, a desk, and a bathtub.

A modern kitchen with a buffet setup, including a stove, serving utensils, and a refrigerator.

7. Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

1.8 km from Living History Farms

Jane

￥13,253

￥14,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, seating areas, and a staircase.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There are framed pictures on the wall and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious indoor area with multiple dining tables and chairs, a central round table with a cake, and a water feature in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple tables, and a 'PARK PLACE' sign.

8. Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

2.1 km from Living History Farms

Dean

￥15,844

￥17,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white countertop, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk with a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a reception desk, two red chairs, a wall clock, and a framed picture of Iowa.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

1.9 km from Living History Farms

Sandra

￥9,168

￥10,269 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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.

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

4.3 km from Living History Farms

Shazia

￥12,523

￥14,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10 km from Living History Farms

Cassandra

￥14,534

￥16,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

12. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

18.1 km from Living History Farms

gary

￥14,903

￥16,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

A self-service beverage station with a variety of drinks and snacks, a refrigerated section, and a digital scale for weighing items.

A swimming pool with red chairs and tables, a lifeguard stand, and a yellow wall with signs.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

13. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

8.4 km from Living History Farms

Tyler

￥13,322

￥14,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

A buffet setup with various food items, including fruits and cereals, and a soup station.

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

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

15.2 km from Living History Farms

Larry

￥17,366

￥19,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

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

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.

15. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

12.3 km from Living History Farms

Karen

￥19,552

￥21,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a vending machine, and a decorative wall piece.

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

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

16.8 km from Living History Farms

Nicholas

￥13,668

￥15,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

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

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

17. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

6.6 km from Living History Farms

John Kevin

￥15,685

￥17,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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.

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

18. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

11.7 km from Living History Farms

Breanna

￥13,964

￥15,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

19. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

17.9 km from Living History Farms

Carl

￥18,494

￥20,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, an ottoman, a nightstand, a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped area.

20. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

6.1 km from Living History Farms

Dennis

￥14,275

￥15,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare top hotels near Living History Farms

Wildwood Lodge 1.8 km from Living History Farms View	Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 0.4 km from Living History Farms View	Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA 1.8 km from Living History Farms View	Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton 0.4 km from Living History Farms View	La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive 1.9 km from Living History Farms View
9.6 Exceptional 1,219 reviews	9.4 Exceptional 750 reviews	9.0 Wonderful 1,011 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews
￥16,039 ￥17,964 total includes taxes & fees Oct 25 - Oct 26	￥20,434 ￥22,887 total includes taxes & fees Nov 8 - Nov 9	￥12,514 ￥14,016 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16	￥17,751 ￥19,881 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10	￥11,863 ￥13,287 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4

Top Living History Farms Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

10/10 Excellent

"Super nice and clean hotel. Would stay here again in a heartbeat."

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Always enjoy my stay here!"

Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

8/10 Good

"We were looking forward to the hot tub but it was out of order"

Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Nice place that is easy off/on the highway. Safe and quiet with lots of restaurants handy."

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

10/10 Excellent

"Very cool"

Newly remodeled 3-bedroom ranch with pool table, patio, and grill in Urbandale.

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, very comfortable and close to everything we needed. Would stay there again!"

Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.

10/10 Excellent

"Great clean close to everything. Will go again."

Other attractions near Living History Farms

Clive Aquatic Center

7.8/10 (76 reviews)

You can take time to visit Clive Aquatic Center during your travels to Clive. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Greenbelt Trail

7.6/10 (55 reviews)

You can take time to visit Greenbelt Trail during your travels to Clive. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Valley West Mall

8.2/10 (279 reviews)

During your visit to West Des Moines, you can enjoy retail therapy at Valley West Mall. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Buccaneer Arena

6.2/10 (21 reviews)

Catch an event at Buccaneer Arena during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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Des Moines Golf & Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in West Des Moines at Des Moines Golf & Country Club. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Stonegate Park

Stonegate Park is just one of the places to see in Clive, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Wildwood Park

After visiting Wildwood Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Clive. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Deerfield Point

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Deerfield Point during your visit to Clive. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Living History Farms?

Living History Farms is located in a welcoming area of Urbandale known for its lively festivals. You'll find 233 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Living History Farms?

Adjacent to Living History Farms, Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Living History Farms?

Expedia has 233 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Living History Farms.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Living History Farms, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled 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 might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Living History Farms.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Living History Farms?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Living History Farms, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Living History Farms?

Learn about local history at Valley Junction and Jordan House. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Brookshire Open Space and Trailside Dog Park. Clive Aquatic Center, Pump It Up, and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Living History Farms hotels

1. Wildwood Lodge

2. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

4. Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

6. Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

7. Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

8. Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

10. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

12. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

13. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

15. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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

17. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

18. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

19. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

20. Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Compare top hotels near Living History Farms

Wildwood Lodge

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Des Moines West, IA

Hotel Renovo Des Moines Urbandale,Tapestry Collection Hilton

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

Top Living History Farms Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Des Moines West Clive

Best Western Plus Des Moines West Inn & Suites

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

Newly remodeled 3-bedroom ranch with pool table, patio, and grill in Urbandale.

Home w/Hot Tub -Spacious, Quiet Neighborhood Near Des Moines, IA.

Other attractions near Living History Farms

Clive Aquatic Center

Greenbelt Trail

Valley West Mall

Buccaneer Arena

Des Moines Golf & Country Club

Stonegate Park

Wildwood Park

Deerfield Point

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