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A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

An indoor swimming pool with clear windows, a lifeguard chair, and a lifebuoy on the wall.

Three vending machines with various snacks and drinks, a payment terminal, and a small window with a view of the outside.

A building with a red exterior, a covered entrance, and a tree in front.

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

0.6 km from Sky Glider East

Brittany

AED 201

AED 225 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a flat-screen TV.

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot with several cars.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV, a small seating area, and a bathroom with a mirror and towel rack.

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 10 km from Sky Glider East

Amanda

AED 240

AED 269 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, blue armchairs, and a bar area.

3. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

9.1 km from Sky Glider East

Terri

AED 307

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

4. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

15.6 km from Sky Glider East

Merlin

AED 309

AED 346 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant with multiple tables and booths, a bar area, and framed pictures on the wall.

A gym with treadmills, a bench press, and a wall-mounted TV.

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.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

14.9 km from Sky Glider East

Robin

AED 327

AED 367 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern bar area with a white countertop, black bar stools, 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.

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

15.7 km from Sky Glider East

Nicholas

AED 320

AED 358 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

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

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 8.4 km from Sky Glider East

Cassandra

AED 400

AED 448 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

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.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Wildwood Lodge

18.5 km from Sky Glider East

Theresa

AED 327

AED 366 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

12.4 km from Sky Glider East

Susan

AED 344

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

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

10. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

7.2 km from Sky Glider East

Robert

AED 466

AED 522 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A hotel with a modern design, featuring multiple floors and a prominent sign.

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

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

11. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

12.3 km from Sky Glider East

Nicholas

AED 294

AED 330 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a seating area with sofas and ottomans, a reception desk, and a staircase to an upper level.

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.

12. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 14.7 km from Sky Glider East

William

AED 317

AED 355 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small seating area.

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

12.4 km from Sky Glider East

Todd

AED 307

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a pool ladder, and a tiled floor.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, a large welcome sign, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and a clear blue sky.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

10.4 km from Sky Glider East

Christy

AED 392

AED 439 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

15. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

12.5 km from Sky Glider East

gary

AED 327

AED 366 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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 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".

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

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

7.1 km from Sky Glider East

Jeffrey

AED 436

AED 488 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

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

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

12.2 km from Sky Glider East

Kendra

AED 358

AED 401 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit, wicker ottomans, and a sofa.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and a well-lit entrance.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a blue ceiling, and a 'Poolside is my vibe' sign on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

10.3 km from Sky Glider East

todd m

AED 386

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a TV, and a jacuzzi.

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

19. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

16.6 km from Sky Glider East

Jacklyn J

AED 359

AED 402 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

15.4 km from Sky Glider East

Christopher

AED 313

AED 350 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sky Glider East

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area	7.2 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport	8.6 Excellent 1,831 reviews	View
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines	9.0 Wonderful 1,343 reviews	View
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines	9.4 Exceptional 167 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston	9.2 Wonderful 844 reviews	View

Top Sky Glider East Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property located in a walkable area of downtown. Very clean and comfortable. The room was beautifully decorated with a comfortable bed and roomy shower."

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"The room looked very clean until we pulled the bed out of the couch and found old wrapers and crumbs. Other then that everything was great including the breakfast and the pool area. Would stay again. The biggest thing I loved about the stay was they had a parking garage to park in. Yes it does cost to stay in it but I'd pay it to keep my vehicle safe and not have to fight for a street parking that u have to Pay for every 4 hours."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"I recently had the most wonderful time staying at this beautiful hotel in the heart of the city. The spacious suites provided such a comfortable retreat after a long day of exploring local landmarks 🏙️. I was thoroughly impressed by the friendly service and the delicious breakfast options available each morning. It is truly the perfect location for anyone looking to enjoy the vibrant culture nearby 🎭. My experience was absolutely flawless, and I cannot wait to return for another relaxing visit soon. Thank you to the entire team for making my stay so memorable and pleasant!"

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was awesome and great for a single mom and four kids! Loved it!"

• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect house to house a bigger group! The house is very spacious, so you don’t feel too crowded. Had everything we needed to have a wonderful weekend!"

Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy and beautiful, perfect for a couples getaway Host was very kind and made sure we were taken care of!!"

Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage

10/10 Excellent

"Overall impression: wow this place is spotless CLEAN! Everything was new and very nice. Pet friendly too was so appreciated. Nice quiet neighborhood, quick drive to fairgrounds. Beds and furniture are comfy and the central air conditioning was heavenly! Hope to stay again the next time in Des Moines."

Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect location for any state fair goer. We will definitely book here again!"

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay."

Other attractions near Sky Glider East

An aerial view of a bustling fairground with various stalls, rides, and a Ferris wheel.

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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A large government building with a golden dome, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Iowa State Capitol Building

9.0/10 (354 reviews)

After visiting Iowa State Capitol Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

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The exterior of the State of Iowa Historical Building with a clear blue sky and clouds.

State Historical Museum of Iowa

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in State Historical Museum of Iowa in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theater scene.

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A large geodesic dome structure with a wooden walkway leading to its entrance.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

8.6/10 (254 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Grand View Golf Course

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at Grand View Golf Course. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.

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Copper Creek Golf Course

6.6/10 (7 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Pleasant Hill at Copper Creek Golf Course. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and lively festivals.

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Wooly's

You can make plans for a show at Wooly's on your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sky Glider East?

Sky Glider East is located in a family-friendly area of Des Moines known for its array of dining options and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Sky Glider East?

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an indoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Sky Glider East. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Sky Glider East?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sky Glider East.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sky Glider East, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Sky Glider East.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sky Glider East?

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What can I see and do near Sky Glider East?

You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, State Historical Museum of Iowa, and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Sights like Walnut Street Bridge and Temple Theater highlight some of the local culture. You can check out the local talent at Wooly's, Hoyt Sherman Place, and Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for Sky Glider East hotels

1. Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3. La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

4. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Johnston

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

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8. Wildwood Lodge

9. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

10. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

11. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

12. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

15. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

16. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

17. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Altoona Des Moines

19. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

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Top Sky Glider East Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •

Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house

Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage

Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Other attractions near Sky Glider East

Iowa State Fairgrounds

Iowa State Capitol Building

State Historical Museum of Iowa

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Sleepy Hollow Sports Park

Grand View Golf Course

Copper Creek Golf Course

Wooly's

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