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Top Trending Hotels Near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 star property
8.3 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1793)
"Staff friendly. Hotel clean, cute and cozy. "
United States
Nick
The price is HK$760
HK$852 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
6.4 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (479)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Joan
The price is HK$593
HK$665 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Qube Hotel

2.5 star property
5.3 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (729)
"Great staff! Enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Lisa
The price is HK$617
HK$729 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Qube Hotel

Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

2.5 star property
6.5 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (21)
"Staff was friendly and welcoming. Facilities were extremely tidy and this location is easy to find and many amenities nearby."
United States
Martha
The price is HK$617
HK$691 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

3.0 star property
8.6 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"It was very quiet even tho we were next to the interstate."
United States
James
The price is HK$741
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

2.5 star property
9.2 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (424)
"Beautiful, clean room with a large bathroom! I do wish it had a room-darkening curtain. Friendly staff! Surrounding area around hotel was quiet. Great breakfast!"
United States
Debra
The price is HK$741
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

2.5 star property
10.9 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"Yes clean room and helpful staff."
United States
Richard
The price is HK$662
HK$741 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

2.5 star property
9.2 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (495)
"Comfortable bed Quiet room Great breakfast choices "
United States
Theodore
The price is HK$654
HK$732 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Urbandale

TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

3.0 star property
8.7 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (768)
"Enjoyed the stay "
United States
Roderick
The price is HK$622
HK$697 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Des Moines Urbandale

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

3.0 star property
8.2 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (174)
"Easy to the venue(Toast) and staff was great. Clean rooms, great price, we always stay here for weddings across the street. "
United States
Anthony W.
The price is HK$974
HK$1,091 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

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

3.0 star property
11.9 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is HK$610
HK$683 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.5 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"The place was nothing fancy but the beds were comfy and the pool was warm. Staff was kind. "
United States
craig
The price is HK$516
HK$578 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

3.0 star property
8.4 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"Breakfast was wonderful, cute place and clean "
United States
Donna
The price is HK$866
HK$970 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Ankeny

Tru By Hilton Ankeny

2.5 star property
8.3 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (124)
"Clean hotel with friendly staff and walkable to a great restaurant."
United States
Jolynn
The price is HK$741
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Tru By Hilton Ankeny

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

3.0 star property
9 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Very nice stay and nice staff. "
United States
Danny
The price is HK$623
HK$698 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

2.5 star property
11.8 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (819)
"Staff were pleasant and helpful. Room was comfortable and quiet. We could walk to the resturant for dinner."
United States
Diane
The price is HK$687
HK$769 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

2.5 star property
9.1 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (731)
"Staff was very courteous."
United States
Mark
The price is HK$708
HK$793 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

2.5 star property
11.1 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (712)
"Slept well. Comfortable beds and great room "
United States
Vickie
The price is HK$638
HK$715 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

7.2 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (588)
"Room was clean, quiet, bed comfortable, good breakfast, staff very polite and friendly! Would definitely stay there again!"
United States
Dennis
The price is HK$561
HK$628 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road

2.5 star property
8.9 km from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Really nice "
United States
Lony
The price is HK$397
HK$444 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?
Walnut Ridge Recreation Area is located in Johnston. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options. You'll find 35 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?
Qube Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness centre. It's located 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area. Other good options within 5 miles include Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines and Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area.
What can I see and do near Walnut Ridge Recreation Area?
Get outside and spend some time strolling around Oak Grove Recreation Area, Sandpiper Super Shelter & Recreation Area and Cherry Glen Recreation Area. Create some family memories at Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Pole Position Raceway. Attractions like Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and Ankeny Art Center highlight the local culture.