5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Indianola is my old hometown and it's always great to make a trip back there to see family and friends.
Indianola, IA
Travel Guide
Visit Indianola
Where to stay in Indianola
Spring Hill
Plan a visit to nearby attractions like Indianola Country Club while you're exploring Spring Hill and the larger area.
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is SAR 233 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
SAR 233
SAR 261 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,501 reviews)
"Nice, clean room. Friendly staff."
Reviewed on 3 June 2025
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is SAR 435 per night from Jun 11 to Jun 12
SAR 435
SAR 487 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
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! (1,701 reviews)
"The motel could use an upgrade but was quiet and has a good breakfast."
Reviewed on 3 June 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is SAR 465 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
SAR 465
SAR 521 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing!"
Reviewed on 2 June 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.
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
550 Watson Powell Junior Way, Des Moines, IA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wells Fargo Arena ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
"Great"
Reviewed on 29 May 2025
Luxury 4 bedroom and 2.5 bath home
West Des Moines
Stay at this vacation home in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Valley ...
Family stay
"We were in town for my mom’s funeral. It was nice that my kids and grandkids could all stay together. Location was great, beds comfortable and nice to have 2.5 bathrooms. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 20 April 2024
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Des Moines
Stay at this vacation home in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Iowa State Fairgrounds and Wells Fargo Arena ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews)
Perfect!
"This is the cutest little house! It had everything we could possibly need. Backyard area is amazing and kept the kids entertained. House was clean and functional. Beds are comfortable! Awesome location!"
Reviewed on 27 May 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
Lake Ahquabi State Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Ahquabi State Park during your travels in Indianola. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
National Balloon Museum
4/5(1 review)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Balloon Museum during your trip to Indianola. Take in the festivals while you're in the area.
Simpson College
Walk around the campus at Simpson College during your stay in Indianola. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.
Summerset Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Summerset Winery during your travels to Indianola. Take in the great live music while you're in the area.
Des Moines Metro Opera
You can make plans for a show at Des Moines Metro Opera during your stay in Indianola. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.
Indianola Pickard Sports Complex
Explore the great outdoors at Indianola Pickard Sports Complex, a lovely green space in Indianola. Take in the festivals and sunsets in the area.
Reviews of Indianola
4.2
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Very nice small town.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
enjoyed walking the campus of Simpson College, and also the dinner at Cal's Restaurant.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
The Des Moines Metro Opera is fabulous
4/5 - Good
Blake
Des Moines Metro Opera is terrific!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Although I live in the Chicago area, Indianola is my old home town and will always be home to me.
- Simpson College
- Summerset Winery
- Lake Ahquabi State Park
- National Balloon Museum
- Des Moines Metro Opera
- Indianola Pickard Sports Complex
- Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park
- Indianola Country Club
- Warren County Fair
- Iowa State Fairgrounds
- Adventureland
- Jordan Creek Town Center
- Drake University
- Wells Fargo Arena
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino
- Principal Park
- Iowa Events Center
- Blank Park Zoo
- Knoxville Raceway
- Iowa State Capitol Building
- Des Moines Civic Center
- Hy Vee Hall
- Living History Farms
- Hoyt Sherman Place
- Val Air Ballroom
- Lake Red Rock
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- Outlets of Des Moines
- Saylorville Lake
- Des Moines Art Center
- Merle Hay Mall
- Lakeside Casino