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An outdoor seating area with fire pits, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a covered walkway.

A modern lobby with two yellow armchairs, a central coffee table, and a colorful carpet.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a colorful carpet.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Hays

1.4 km from Optimist Playground

Lynne

￥20,622

￥24,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, multiple windows, and a decorative roof.

A grand staircase with wooden railings and a chandelier, leading to a landing with a mirror and framed pictures.

A wooden cabinet with glass doors, containing various decorative items and a framed picture.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

2. The Bissing House

2.1 km from Optimist Playground

Scott

￥14,911

￥16,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An outdoor patio area with a round table and four chairs, a grill, and a fire pit.

A hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of the parking lot.

A compact kitchen with a GE refrigerator, stainless steel microwave, and a coffee maker.

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

1.6 km from Optimist Playground

Michelle

￥20,158

￥24,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

A modern lobby with a sofa, green armchairs, a bench, a small table, a TV, and a bookshelf with plants.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

A buffet with labeled trays of turkey sausage, bacon, and other items.

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG

1.8 km from Optimist Playground

Michael

￥19,064

￥22,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A modern restaurant with a large TV screen, wooden tables, and chairs. There is a counter with a coffee machine and a sign that reads "Fresh for you. All day. All night." The room has large windows and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern indoor space with a market area featuring refrigerated beverages and snacks, a seating area with tables and chairs, and a counter with a cash register.

5. avid hotel Hays by IHG

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Frank

￥15,626

￥18,673 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and multiple windows.

A row of vending machines, including a Coca-Cola ice cooler and a Coca-Cola dispenser.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by beige walls and a tiled floor.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green vase with dried flowers, and framed certificates on the wall.

6. Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

ryan

￥16,779

￥19,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern restaurant with a central island, booths, and a bar area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a telephone, and a window with curtains.

A dark grey sofa with colorful patterned cushions, a framed cityscape artwork above it, and a tall floor lamp to the left.

A hotel reception area with a central desk, a clock, and a coffee station.

7. Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

1.6 km from Optimist Playground

Tamera

￥17,170

￥20,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A swimming pool with wooden ceiling and tiled walls, surrounded by chairs and a small table.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a brown sofa, a round coffee table, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and wall art.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a mini-fridge, and a lamp.

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Srivats

￥13,992

￥16,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a large framed picture on the wall, and two lamps.

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A Super 8 motel with a row of single-story rooms, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

A kitchen with light wood cabinets, a granite countertop, and a black chair.

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Jill

￥11,290

￥13,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a nightstand.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, and a Life Fitness elliptical machine.

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

1.3 km from Optimist Playground

Jennifer

￥14,532

￥17,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a sectional sofa, a bed, a nightstand, and framed pictures on the wall.

A breakfast bar with a coffee machine, juice dispenser, and various food items.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden interior, a blue pool edge, and a ladder leading into the water.

A hotel lobby with a seating area, a kitchenette, and two beverage vending machines.

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Charles

￥15,660

￥18,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with three beds, wooden headboards, and a wooden floor.

A waiting area with blue chairs, a glass table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a display of travel brochures.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, seating areas, and a small plant.

A building with a 'Lobby' sign, a stone facade, and a parking lot with cars.

12. Econo Lodge Hays I-70

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Hannah

￥12,470

￥14,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a television on a stand, and a small desk with a lamp.

A gym with various exercise machines including treadmills, elliptical trainers, and weight machines.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a lamp.

13. Baymont by Wyndham Hays

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Shanna

￥11,543

￥13,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious living area with a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern lobby with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a flat-screen TV, and framed artwork.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and a coffee station.

A vending machine with a Pepsi advertisement and a variety of snacks.

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Hays

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Marilyn K

￥12,271

￥14,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

A swimming pool with a wooden interior, a lifeguard chair, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with a desk, two armchairs, a lamp, a framed picture, and a staircase.

A breakfast area with waffle and hot food stations, seating, and a flat-screen TV.

15. Quality Inn Hays I-70

1.4 km from Optimist Playground

Lynn

￥13,049

￥15,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

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Compare popular hotels close to Optimist Playground

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Hays	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
The Bissing House	9.4 Exceptional 82 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays	9.0 Wonderful 786 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
avid hotel Hays by IHG	8.8 Excellent 942 reviews	View

Top Optimist Playground Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our short stay!"

Hilton Garden Inn Hays

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and great room."

Baymont by Wyndham Hays

8/10 Good

"I had no issues. The staff that I had contact with were very nice."

Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

8/10 Good

"Everything was good. There was no elevator to the upper floors/lower level for breakfast and the bed was pretty high so be aware if you are elderly or have movement issues."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

8/10 Good

"Clean and well maintained hotel. Rooms were fine with the exception of the microwave clock being overly bright at night (needed to cover it up so it wasn’t directly shining into my face in the bed) and the shower was almost too high pressured…there was no door to close and the floor got pretty wet. Minor inconveniences for a stay that was overall comfortable."

AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

8/10 Good

"This was a great choice for our one-night stay. We picked the hotel because of its quick access back to I-70 and the numerous restaurants within easy walking distance. We were pleasantly surprised by the staff’s hospitality, the excellent condition of the hotel, and the cleanliness of our room. For a convenient overnight stay at a budget-friendly hotel, this place is hard to beat."

Econo Lodge Hays I-70

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room"

Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

10/10 Excellent

"Great room, staff very friendly, good breakfast. Highly recommend."

Stay in historic downtown Hays in upscale accommodations

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience overall!"

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Big Creek Crossing

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Optimist Playground?

Optimist Playground is located in Hays. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Optimist Playground?

Baymont by Wyndham Hays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Optimist Playground. Other good choices within a short distance include Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70 and Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn.

How many hotels are there near Optimist Playground?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Optimist Playground.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Optimist Playground, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Optimist Playground.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Optimist Playground?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Optimist Playground, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Optimist Playground?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Ellis County Historical Society Museum and Fort Hays State Historic Site. You can enjoy live performances at Fox Theatre and Hays Community Theater. Spend some time wandering around Custer Island Park, Hays Dog Park, and Treat Playground.

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Our top choices for Optimist Playground hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Hays

2. The Bissing House

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG

5. avid hotel Hays by IHG

6. Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

7. Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

8. Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

11. Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70

12. Econo Lodge Hays I-70

13. Baymont by Wyndham Hays

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Hays

15. Quality Inn Hays I-70

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Top Optimist Playground Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

Hilton Garden Inn Hays

Baymont by Wyndham Hays

Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

Econo Lodge Hays I-70

Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

Stay in historic downtown Hays in upscale accommodations

Other attractions near Optimist Playground

Whisnant Park

Rolling Hills Park

Daniel G. Rupp Park

Big Creek Crossing

Northridge Shopping Center

Tebo Village

Hays City Boot Hill

Centennial Plaza

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