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Convenient Clive Hotel near Drake University, Downtown Des Moines

The Country Inn & Suites Clive hotel near Drake University, is ideally located off I-80 not far from Jordan Creek Town Center. Our hotel is also convenient to downtown Des Moines, making it a perfect choice for business and leisure travelers alike. In addition, our convenient Clive accommodations are only fourteen miles from the Des Moines International Airport.

Our hotel near downtown Des Moines is only a short drive from many popular Iowa attractions, including:  

  • Living History Farms (1.8 miles)
    This interesting museum follows the history of farm life in the years 1700, 1850 and 1900.
    Phone: (515) 278-5286
  • Jordan Creek Town Center (3.9 miles)
    This two-million square-foot center in Des Moines features the Shop district, Lake district and the Village, each home to great shops and restaurants.
    Phone: (515) 440-6255
  • Des Moines Playhouse (7.1 miles)
    Enjoy the Children's Theater or Comedic improv at this local Des Moines playhouse.
    Phone: (515) 277-6261
  • Des Moines Art Center (7.7 miles)
    The Art Center in Des Moines offers exhibitions, educational programs and hands-on studio art classes.
    Phone: (515) 277-4405
  • Drake University (8.7 miles)
    Our hotel is located not far from this local university, where you can catch a sports game, seminar or concert.
    Phone: (515) 271-2011
  • Veterans Memorial Auditorium (9.8 miles)
    This events center has become a part of Iowa's history, hosting everyone from leading entertainers to future Presidents.
    Phone: (515) 564-8000
  • Heritage Carousel of Des Moines (10.6 miles)
    Experience old-time family fun on this historic wooden carousel in Union Park.
    Phone: (515) 323-8200
  • Des Moines Botanical Center (11 miles)
    This popular Iowa attraction is located on 14 acres along the east bank of the Des Moines River, not far from the downtown area.
    Phone: (515) 323-6290
  • Blank Park Zoo (15.8 miles)
    Visit the Iowa capital's zoo, and get acquainted with over 1,000 furry, scaly and winged friends.
    Phone: (515) 323-8383
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (19 miles)
    Prairie Meadows has a one-mile dirt track for quarter horses, as well as an on-site casino.
    Phone: (800) 325-9015
  • Adventureland Park (19.5 miles)
    This park complex provides fun family entertainment, with over 100 amusement rides, entertainment shows and a water park.
    Phone: (515) 266-2121 
  • Des Moines Metro Opera (27 miles)
    This nationally-recognized Opera house provides education and training, in addition to excellent performances.
    Phone: (515) 961-6221
  • Jasper Winey (30 miles)
    Jasper is a new local winery with tours and tastings available.
    Phone: (515) 282-9463

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About Des Moines

From its humble beginnings as a military post on the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers, the capital city of Iowa has gained a cosmopolitan prominence and become a force to be reckoned with in the insurance and publishing industries. Freed from a reputation of cornfields and hog farms, the city offers a range of urbane pursuits, especially along Court Avenue, the hub of the nightlife scene. Downtown, a three-mile network of climate-controlled skywalks grants convenient access to twenty blocks of offices and attractions. The city is also distinguished by spectacular architecture, most notably the commanding state capitol building, the governor's mansion (Terrace Hill), and Salisbury House, a Tudor estate. The Des Moines Art Center injects a note of contemporary drama into the historical mix. For a nostalgic taste of Main Street life, Historic Valley Junction provides a wealth of galleries, shops, restaurants and antiques, all packed within several walkable blocks in West Des Moines.

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A favorite Iowa family attraction, Adventureland Park thrills everyone with its exhilarating rides, and an adjacent hotel and campground make it an appealing option for travelers.

Nearby Attractions

City of Clive Bridges of Madison County & Winterset, IA Des Moines Art Center Historic Valley Junction Iowa Hall of Pride Greater Des Moines CVB Adventureland Park Des Moines Botanical Center Des Moines Metro Opera Des Moines Playhouse Des Moines Symphony Living History Farms Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino Science Center of Iowa Iowa Events Center & Wells Fargo Arena Civic Center of Greater Des Moines Blank Park Zoo

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