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

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15.6 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Cassandra

￥14,641

￥16,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A La Quinta hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign, a covered entrance, and a brick facade.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

10 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Gregory J

￥12,828

￥14,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a flat-screen TV, and windows with a view of greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

7.3 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Robin

￥14,080

￥15,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

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.

4. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

9.1 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

gary

￥14,380

￥16,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

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

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

17.1 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Jeffrey

￥17,300

￥19,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel exterior with a stone fire feature, outdoor seating, and a curved building facade.

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of beverages.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped front area.

6. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

10.5 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

michael

￥15,420

￥17,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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 self-service food area with a variety of snacks and beverages, a local items section, and a 24/7 market sign.

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

7. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

8.9 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Tyler

￥13,976

￥15,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern bar area with a variety of beverages and a fruit bowl on the counter.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by grey tiles, and equipped with a metal ladder. There are lounge chairs and tables with red legs, and large windows allowing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a central kiosk labeled "The Shop" selling chilled and frozen items.

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

10.2 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Lisa

￥15,984

￥17,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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.

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

9. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

9 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Carl

￥18,014

￥20,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' mat, a sign for 'Sleep Inn & Suites', and a door to the right.

A Sleep Inn & Suites building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a clear sky.

A modern lobby with a sofa, chairs, a lamp, and a wall with a floral pattern.

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

9.9 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Dawn

￥15,217

￥17,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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

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.

11. Wildwood Lodge

16.7 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Akacia

￥15,672

￥17,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a no diving sign.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

A reception area with two counters, a green-lit ceiling, and a central doorway.

A modern lounge area with a mix of seating options, including sofas and chairs, a bar area, and a large screen TV.

12. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

18.8 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Michael

￥13,084

￥14,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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 buffet setup with various food items, a toaster, and a coffee station.

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

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

15.4 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

greg

￥20,603

￥23,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

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 modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a body of water and a grassy area.

14. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

17.1 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Stacia

￥20,069

￥22,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by Adirondack chairs and a wooden deck.

A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a sofa, a bed, and a window with blinds.

A wooden interior with a reception desk, a mounted moose head, and a staircase.

A building with a sign reading "The Cottages" and a covered outdoor seating area.

15. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

9.9 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Jacklyn J

￥12,966

￥14,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with a sofa and chairs, a coffee station, and a dining area.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

A modern dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a bright ceiling light fixture.

A coffee station with branded dispensers and a coffee machine, a wall-mounted sign, and a large abstract painting.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

8.8 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Christopher

￥13,297

￥14,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern kitchen with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden bench, and a view of the city.

A hotel reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden wall pattern, a sign indicating it's a Hilton property, and a reception counter.

17. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

6.5 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

MELINDA

￥15,984

￥17,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with wooden beams and string lights, furnished with chairs and tables, and a stone wall backdrop.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted TV, and a seating area with striped chairs.

A hotel sign with "Premier Best Western" and "Ankeny" written on it.

A modern kitchen with a long counter, a buffet area with plates, and a view into the dining area.

18. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

10.2 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Delta

￥12,659

￥14,178 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern kitchen with a black microwave, coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A My Place Hotel building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot in front.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a kitchen in the background.

19. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

10.2 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Edwin

￥13,822

￥16,270 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

A spacious living area with a staircase, a fireplace, a wooden desk, and a dining area.

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

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

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

16.8 km from Oak Grove Recreation Area

Dennis

￥12,861

￥14,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Oak Grove Recreation Area

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA	9.2 Wonderful 1,049 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston	9.2 Wonderful 858 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 371 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona	9.4 Exceptional 652 reviews	View

Top Oak Grove Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

8/10 Good

"Clean!! Friendly and helpful staff. They were at or near the desk whenever we had questions. Bottled water was welcomed. We liked the suite layout. Breakfast was just ok. Sausage was not good, bold coffee needs more bold!! Good location for a ride on the High Trestle Bridge."

Spacious 5BR Retreat w Game Room, Huge Drive & Private Setting

10/10 Excellent

"This was was great for our group! Clean, centrally located. Lots of space, bedrooms and bathrooms. If we return to this area again we would definitely stay in this house."

Qube Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good place to stay in town. Stayed here twice now and priced well."

Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"We love Ame's property. From the booking to the checkout there was great communication and so much kindness shown. We had an amazing 2026 Cousin Camp!!"

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located newly built home.

10/10 Excellent

"The house was clean and comfortable for our family. Nice , quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed the restaurants at The District which was just minutes away ."

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here with two other families and the house was a perfect home base for the weekend. The kitchen had just about everything we needed, the bedrooms are spacious, and the kids loved the basement as a hang out space. The location is great because it’s not far off the interstate and the house is directly across the street from a huge park. We took the younger kids over to play; nice that it was walkable. Would stay here again!"

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice home and very clean. Does need some lighting outdoor at night if your coming in as I do for work in the evenings"

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

10/10 Excellent

"This home was absolutely perfect for our family, we traveled to the Polk city area for a wedding. It was clean, convenient, excellent communication with the owner/property manager, quiet neighborhood, close to conveniences. We had five adults, a five year-old and a baby. House worked perfectly! Thank you!"

3BR-Easy Lake Access-PingPong-Surrounded by Woods

10/10 Excellent

"Much needed life outside the city! Mother Nature fishing"

Other attractions near Oak Grove Recreation Area

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Cherry Glen Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Cherry Glen Greenway

Cherry Glen Greenway is just one of the places to see in Ankeny, 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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Saylorville Lake Marina

Explore the waterfront in Polk City with a trip to Saylorville Lake Marina. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Watercrest Park

After visiting Watercrest Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ankeny. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Johnston. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Polk City Refuge

You can take time to visit Polk City Refuge during your travels to Polk City. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Oak Grove Recreation Area?

Oak Grove Recreation Area is located in Polk City. Travelers like this welcoming area for its restaurants and golfing. You'll find 30 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Oak Grove Recreation Area?

Qube Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Oak Grove Recreation Area. Other good options within a few miles include GrandStay Hotel & Suites and Tru By Hilton Ankeny.

How many hotels will I find near Oak Grove Recreation Area?

Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Oak Grove Recreation Area.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Oak Grove Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Oak Grove Recreation Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Oak Grove Recreation Area?

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What can I see and do near Oak Grove Recreation Area?

Spend some time wandering around Cherry Glen Recreation Area, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area, and Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. Big Creek State Park, Saylorville Lake Marina, or Polk City Refuge are some local sights worth checking out. Saylorville Lake and Des Moines Area Community College are some sights worth a visit in the area.

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Our top choices for Oak Grove Recreation Area hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

4. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

6. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

7. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

8. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

9. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

10. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

11. Wildwood Lodge

12. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

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

14. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

15. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

17. Tru By Hilton Ankeny

18. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

19. My Place Hotel - Ankeny/ Des Moines, IA

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

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Top Oak Grove Recreation Area Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

Spacious 5BR Retreat w Game Room, Huge Drive & Private Setting

Qube Hotel

Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located newly built home.

Spacious 5BR Retreat w/Beautiful Views,3 King 2 Full 1 Queen bed, AC in Johnston

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

3BR-Easy Lake Access-PingPong-Surrounded by Woods

Other attractions near Oak Grove Recreation Area

Cherry Glen Recreation Area

Cherry Glen Greenway

Saylorville Lake Marina

Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area

Watercrest Park

Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Polk City Refuge

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