5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
We visited the bridges of Madison county and local wineries. Beautiful drives.
Winterset, IA
Travel Guide
Visit Winterset
Cobblestone Inn & Suites - Winterset, IA
1304 North 4th Avenue Winterset IA
The price is AED 397 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2
AED 397
AED 444 total
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Winterset. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (712 reviews)
Heater was good -- room very warm. Danish stale & dry. Eggs tasted powdered.
Reviewed on 13 December 2025
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is AED 304 per night from Dec 28 to Dec 29
AED 304
AED 340 total
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Very clean. Well maintained. Friendly staff. Nice breakfast selection.
Reviewed on 23 December 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is AED 324 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
AED 324
AED 363 total
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,795 reviews)
I was stuck in Des Moines and the price was very reasonable and had a comfortable stay
Reviewed on 19 December 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!
Waukee IA
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Waukee. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Hawthorne ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Great house for a weekend of family get togethers! Had something for all ages and was so well stocked with everything we could have needed!
Reviewed on 10 December 2025
2-bedroom vacation home just 3 minutes drive to Drake University
Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Casey's Center and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Everything was great! We really appreciated the space! Check-in / check-out was very easy and the host was super responsive and informative
Reviewed on 10 November 2025
SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!
Des Moines IA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (64 reviews)
Awesome place for a large group! My dance team stayed here and loved it. Would definitely recommend! Lots of great amenities and plenty of room to hang out. They even had it decorated for Christmas which we loved!
Reviewed on 5 December 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Roseman Bridge
You can learn about the history of Winterset with a stop at Roseman Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Clark Tower
You can find out about the history of Winterset with a stop at Clark Tower. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
John Wayne Birthplace Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at John Wayne Birthplace Museum in Winterset. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
The Winterset Stage
You can enjoy a show at The Winterset Stage during your stay in Winterset. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Madison County Courthouse
Madison County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Winterset, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Cedar Bridge
You can learn about the history of Winterset when you stop by Cedar Bridge. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Reviews of Winterset
4.6
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Terri
Loved Winterset. John Wayne museum was nightlight. Enjoyed seeing the covered bridges. The downtown was so authentic...took you back in time. Beautiful old building. Beautiful parks. Hope to go back when the weather is nicer.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Very limited dining choices for an area with many wonderful sites to see
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Great place, we enjoyed our visit.
5/5 - Excellent
Patty
Loved the town, it was small but very nice.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Beautiful town. Locals are very friendly and make you feel at home. The bridges are one of our favorite places to visit.
- John Wayne Birthplace Museum
- Roseman Bridge
- The Winterset Stage
- Madison County Courthouse
- Clark Tower
- Cedar Bridge
- Holliwell Bridge
- Hogback Bridge
- Pammel State Park
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Drake University
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Val Air Ballroom
- Blank Park Zoo
- Des Moines Art Center
- Living History Farms
- Merle Hay Mall
- West Glen Town Center
- Valley Junction
- Lakeside Casino
- Salisbury House
- Simpson College
- Gray’s Lake Park
- National Balloon Museum
- Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
- Lauridsen Amphitheater
- Raccoon River Valley Trail
- Walnut Woods State Park
- Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
- Valley West Mall
