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A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a staircase, and a second-floor balcony.

1. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

0.7 km from Great Escape

Yovanny

AED 247 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Woodspring Suites." It features a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

2. WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

1 km from Great Escape

Melissa

AED 226 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted TV, and a window with curtains.

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

13.5 km from Great Escape

Abdifatah

AED 280 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

14.8 km from Great Escape

Larry

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

5. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

7.3 km from Great Escape

Wayne

AED 333 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

6.3 km from Great Escape

Jeffrey

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

12.5 km from Great Escape

Cassandra

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a covered entrance and a brick facade.

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

8.2 km from Great Escape

rick

AED 407 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

8.1 km from Great Escape

Kim

AED 398 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

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

10. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

6.4 km from Great Escape

Stacia

AED 533 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a long wooden table, several chairs, a fireplace, and a view through large windows.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

18.3 km from Great Escape

Rosalee

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A reception desk with a sign reading "AmericInn" and a clock on the wall.

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

13.4 km from Great Escape

Daisy

AED 262 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

13.5 km from Great Escape

Karen

AED 376 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

14. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

18.5 km from Great Escape

Merlin

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

13.5 km from Great Escape

Gregory J

AED 341 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

16. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

8 km from Great Escape

todd m

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

13.2 km from Great Escape

michael

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

18. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

13.9 km from Great Escape

Rexann

AED 333 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Dec - 6 Dec

A hotel lobby with striped carpeting, multiple seating areas including sofas and chairs, a central dining table, and a kitchen area in the background.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

14.4 km from Great Escape

Richard

AED 504 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Nov - 21 Nov

A spacious hotel lobby with a central bar, seating area, and a ceiling fan.

20. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

13.4 km from Great Escape

Tom

AED 374 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Great Escape

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,002 reviews	View
WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill	2.5 star property	6.6 220 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,832 reviews	View
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 706 reviews	View
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,318 reviews	View

Other attractions near Great Escape

Iowa State Fairgrounds

8.8/10 (945 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Top Great Escape Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Altoona

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Altoona

10/10 Excellent

We love this hotel! We've stayed 2-3 times in the last couple of years. This last time was the best, starting with Michelle, who checked us into the hotel. She was so friendly, knowledgeable, and just great in representing the hotel. Our room was fantastic, beds were so comfortable even after a full day at Adventureland. The shower had multiple adjustments, and it had these awesome shampoo, conditioner, and body wash pumps on the wall of the shower - they smelled wonderful! The pool/whirlpool...

Anonymous traveler

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

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

This is one of the nicest hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Absolutely beautiful historic building with a grand scale and fully updated modern rooms. The design and comfort is impeccable. Large room and bathroom, but not so large that it isn’t cozy. Perfect in my opinion. The onsite dining options are fantastic for world class breakfast lunch and dinner at very reasonable prices. And the coffee is amazing. There were a couple of quirks in the room—the sound of trickling water whenever the ac turned...

David Morrow

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Altoona

10/10 Excellent

Efrem

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

10/10 Excellent

Juan

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Serenity

A modern building with a sign that reads 'Staybridge Suites.' It features a mix of glass and brick facades, large windows, and a flat roof.

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

Altoona

10/10 Excellent

BREANNA

A dog lying on a bed with white bedding and a wooden headboard.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

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

Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

The staff and front desk were amazing. We had a slight issue with our toilet in the room let the front desk know and it was fixed by the time we got back. The full kitchen came in handy since many nights we were gone late and we left early mornings before breakfast was served. I called the front desk the day we left after we got home and they were willing to go above and beyond to help find something that we thought we had left behind but we ended up finding it, but service was second to...

Leslie Ann

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

10/10 Excellent

S

A modern hotel with a prominent 'AC' sign, large windows, and a street view with traffic lights and a crosswalk.

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

I always love my stays at the AC Hotel Des Moines. The staff are always friendly. I got to meet the new front desk host Heather, who was great. Tim, the shuttle driver, is always so good and so accommodating, and always asks how my mom is doing. And it was good to see Quincy again, also on shuttle duty, and Sheila at the front desk. I didn’t get a chance to see Nicholas and Peyton this trip, which is a shame b/c they always make me feel welcome and I’ve known Nicholas for probably six...

Alan

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Great Escape?

Great Escape is located in Pleasant Hill. You'll find 70 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Great Escape?

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Great Escape. Another good choice is WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Great Escape?

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Great Escape.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Great Escape.

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

For more information about updating your stay near Great Escape or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near Great Escape?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and Easter Lake Park. Create some family memories at Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, Copper Creek Golf Course, and Sky Glider East are worth a stop while you're in the area.

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1. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2. WoodSpring Suites Des Moines Pleasant Hill

3. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

10. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

13. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

14. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

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

16. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

18. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport

20. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

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Other attractions near Great Escape

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Top Great Escape Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the best place to stay near Great Escape?

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

What can I see and do near Great Escape?