The Best Hotels Closest to Optimist Playground in Hays for 2026

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1. The Bissing House

2.1 km from Optimist Playground

Raymond

￥18,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

2. Hilton Garden Inn Hays

1.4 km from Optimist Playground

Bruce

￥22,142 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

1.6 km from Optimist Playground

Antoinette

￥25,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG

1.8 km from Optimist Playground

Wendy

￥19,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Gerald

￥19,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

6. Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Elizabeth

￥20,505 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

7. Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

1.6 km from Optimist Playground

Starla

￥21,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

8. avid hotel Hays by IHG

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Thomas

￥15,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

lorrie

￥13,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

1.3 km from Optimist Playground

MD

￥18,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Cribs (free), rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free), alarm clocks

11. Econo Lodge Hays I-70

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Matt

￥15,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70

1.5 km from Optimist Playground

Joanne

￥19,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Hays

1.2 km from Optimist Playground

Rob

￥15,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

14. Quality Inn Hays I-70

1.4 km from Optimist Playground

Celeen

￥15,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Optimist Playground

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Bissing House	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 79 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Hays	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 768 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View

Top Optimist Playground Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

10/10 Excellent

"This is a very nice place to stay. Good value, very clean, staff is friendly and helpful. Good water pressure in shower. The beds are comfortable (although they sit quite high which might be an issue for some people with mobility issues). The rooms have heavy-ish doors that really help keep the rooms quiet, which I very much appreciate. Any noise from the lobby did not penetrate to the rooms. Breakfast options are ok probably for most, although as a vegan who is not fond of white bread or dry cereal, I was basically limited to juice and an apple or banana, fairly typical. Overall a pleasant experience and probably the best value in the area."

avid hotel Hays by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"My daughter and recently stayed at the Avid Hotel in Hays, Kansas, and we had an excellent experience from beginning to end. When we arrived, the lobby was spotless and gave us a great first impression. We were warmly welcomed by a young man named Cruz, who greeted us with a smile and a wonderful sense of humor that immediately made us feel at home. I was traveling to Hays for a medical procedure, so I had a few special requests. I had reserved a second room because we were expecting another family member to join us, and it was important that both rooms be located close together. I also requested rooms on the top floor and asked for daily housekeeping service. Cruz went above and beyond to accommodate every request without hesitation. His kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail truly stood out. Throughout our stay, whenever he saw us in the lobby, he made a point to check in and ask how everything was going and if there was anything we needed. That level of genuine customer service is becoming rare and was greatly appreciated. Our housekeeper, who cared for Room 403 from July 16–18, also deserves recognition. She did an outstanding job every single day. The room smelled fresh and clean each time we returned, and everything was immaculate. It's clear she takes great pride in her work, and it made our stay even more comfortable during a stressful time.From the exceptional customer service and accommodations, every part of our stay exceeded our expectations!"

The Bissing House

8/10 Good

"The house was in a good location. Only street parking is available, but it was convenient and there was always space. The house is definitely “antique”, but everything worked; water flowed, toilet flushed, lights came on, etc. Wood floors squeeked throughout the house. Hosts are available via text only and were not always responsive. Even though breakfast is included, it was nothing to write home about. You are probably better off going somewhere else for food. All in all, not a bad stay, but not a destination either."

Hotels near other Optimist Playground attractions

Whisnant Park

Whisnant Park is just one of the places to see in Hays, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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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 Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS 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 Hays Dog Park, Treat Playground, and Custer Island Park.

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Our top choices for Optimist Playground hotels

1. The Bissing House

2. Hilton Garden Inn Hays

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hays

4. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hays by IHG

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Hays I-70

6. Best Western Plus Butterfield Inn

7. Hampton Inn Hays-North of I-70

8. avid hotel Hays by IHG

9. Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Hays

11. Econo Lodge Hays I-70

12. Comfort Inn & Suites Hays I-70

13. Days Inn by Wyndham Hays

14. Quality Inn Hays I-70

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Top Optimist Playground Hotel Reviews

Super 8 by Wyndham Hays KS

Hotels near other Optimist Playground attractions

Whisnant Park

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