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Properties are selected based on real traveller reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Polk City on Hotels.com. These Polk City hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveller experience. Last updated on 2 October 2026.

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating with tables and chairs.

A spacious room with a large table in the center, surrounded by chairs. The room has large windows with multiple views of the outdoors.

A dining table with decorative items, including a Buddha statue, candle, and vases.

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, a stone wall, and a view into the interior of a restaurant.

1. Qube Hotel

Polk City

€84

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lounge area with a grey sofa, red chairs, and round tables.

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.

A building with a 'tru by Hilton' sign on the side.

2. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

Grimes

€89

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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

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.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

€82

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 spacious lobby with modern furniture, a patterned wall, and a tiled floor.

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

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

Ankeny

€81

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

The exterior of Red Lion Inn & Suites with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, and two lamps.

A gym with exercise equipment, a pool, and a view of the outdoors.

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

5. Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Grimes

€91

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and an orange chair.

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

6. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Ankeny

€99

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A spacious living area with sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

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.

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

Johnston

€100

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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.

8. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

Ankeny

€80

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A swimming pool with chairs and a view of the outside.

9. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

Ankeny

€96

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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.

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Johnston

€97

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a reception desk.

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

€93

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a patterned armchair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

An indoor swimming pool with blue lounge chairs, a red brick border, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and benches, large windows, and a building with a brick facade in the background.

A reception area with a receptionist, a clock, a desk, a mirror, and a welcome mat.

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

Johnston

€59

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An outdoor patio with a round table and chairs, a view of a lake, and a grassy area with trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered front porch and multiple windows.

A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a sofa, a desk with a computer, and a bookshelf.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

€91

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a tiled floor, a reception desk, a green wall, and a door leading to a pool area.

A breakfast bar with coffee machines, a fruit bowl, and a bread display.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a door, a framed abstract painting, and a lamp.

A building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a flat roof.

14. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

Ankeny

€60

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern lounge area with a central table, seating arrangements, and a decorative ceiling piece.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a pool ladder, and chairs around the pool area.

A lobby with two blue armchairs, a geometric wall art piece, and a seating area with colorful chairs.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel entrance with a clear sky.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

Ankeny

€105

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A reception area with two white reception desks, a blue and white geometric wall design, and a patterned carpet.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchenette with shelves stocked with snacks and a refrigerator containing bottled water and soda.

16. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

Urbandale

€94

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a grill, seating, and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a stone fireplace, dining area, and kitchen in the background.

A modern dining area with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a central seating area with a TV screen.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a sign indicating it is a Homewood Suites by Hilton.

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny

Ankeny

€134

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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.

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

Ankeny

€88

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel lobby with a large chandelier, a reception desk, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A snack display with various brands and a 'Welcome to Urbandale' sign above.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled floor, and large windows.

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, metal chairs, and a safety sign.

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

Urbandale

€100

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a hot tub, tiled flooring, and seating area with chairs and potted plants.

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

A modern hotel room with a central seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A lobby with a large banner of Iowa State University Central Campus, seating area with sofas and tables, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

20. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Ames

€97

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Go beyond your typical stay in Polk City

Our prices for hotels in Polk City are cheapest in February

Top landmarks in Polk City

Big Creek State Park

8.8/10 (5 reviews)

Big Creek State Park is 1.9 mi (3 km) from central Polk City, why not stop by during your stay?

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Saylorville Lake Marina

Imagine strolling along Saylorville Lake Marina for some great waterfront pics. It's located 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from central Polk City.

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Tournament Club of Iowa

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

You might want to play some rounds at Tournament Club of Iowa, located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Polk City. If Tournament Club of Iowa doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Jester Park Executive Golf Course, and Jester Park Golf Course are also nearby.

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Big Creek Historical Museum

The centre of Polk City is home to cultural attractions such as Big Creek Historical Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Polk City has to offer, head to Saylorville Lake, Big Creek State Park, and Tournament Club of Iowa.

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Polk City Community Library

Polk City Community Library is worth a visit, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Polk City.

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All Seasons Park

All Seasons Park is worth a visit, located 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from central Polk City.

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Oak Grove Recreation Area

If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Oak Grove Recreation Area? a park located 11 mi (17.7 km) from the centre of Des Moines. Want to stretch your legs a little more? Head to Cherry Glen Recreation Area, just a short walk away.

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Polk City Square

Polk City Square is worth a visit when in central Polk City.

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Learn more about Polk City

Notable for its golfing, Polk City features attractions such as Saylorville Lake and Big Creek State Park. This welcoming city has something for everyone including restaurants and sights like Saylorville Lake Marina and Fender's Brewery—all within a secluded setting.

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Hotels in Polk City

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Where to stay in Polk City?

1. Qube Hotel

2. Tru By Hilton Grimes Des Moines

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

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

5. Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

6. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

7. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale

8. Best Western Premier Des Moines-Ankeny Hotel

9. Courtyard Marriott Ankeny

10. Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

11. Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

12. AmericInn by Wyndham Johnston Des Moines

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny - Des Moines

14. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Ankeny

16. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Urbandale by IHG

17. Homewood Suites By Hilton Ankeny

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

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines/Urbandale

20. Gateway Hotel and Conference Center at Iowa State University

Go beyond your typical stay in Polk City

Price trends for hotels in Polk City

October

Top landmarks in Polk City

Big Creek State Park

Saylorville Lake Marina

Tournament Club of Iowa

Big Creek Historical Museum

Polk City Community Library

All Seasons Park

Oak Grove Recreation Area

Polk City Square

Learn more about Polk City