Chariton Iowa Hotels & Motels

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The Chariton center is around 23 miles southeast of Lake Ahquabi State Park and 23 miles southwest of Knoxville Raceway.

Chariton, IA is a truly special destination, offering a unique blend of serene beauty and rich history. This charming Midwestern town represents the essence of Iowa's pastoral charm, surrounded by rolling fields and picturesque landscapes. Chariton is the county seat of Lucas County in Iowa. This quaint town, with a population of just over 4,000, is replete with exceptional attractions, historical sites, and breathtaking natural beauty. Additionally, Chariton is the heartland of agricultural activity and hosts the primary distribution center for the Hy-Vee supermarket chain. The area boasts rolling hills, woodlands, and prairies that form a major recreational asset, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Chariton's heritage is steeped in the past, dating back to its establishment in 1850. The town was named after a French trader with a history entwined with agriculture and coal mining. Today, its major employers include Hy-Vee and Johnson Machine Works, while the Lucas County Health Center provides top-tier healthcare services to the region. Hotels, motels, inns, and suites in Chariton, IA offer a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all types of travelers. Whether you're traveling for leisure or business, the accommodations in Chariton, IA cater to your needs and ensure your stay is worth your while. The town is a paradise for nature lovers, offering a variety of trails and parks perfect for hiking and biking. Scenic views of the Chariton River and surrounding landscapes are plentiful, and for those who prefer camping, several campgrounds are conveniently located within the town limits. Experience the unique blend of outdoor adventure and historical exploration that Chariton can offer. More from this guide...

Chariton Hotels/Accommodations

Surety Hotel Autograph Collection 206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-389-4121 ~42.25 miles northwest of Chariton
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Hotel Fort Des Moines Curio Collection by Hilton 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-675-2083 ~42.32 miles northwest of Chariton
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Hyatt Place Des Moines / Downtown 418 6th Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-800-716-8490 ~42.41 miles northwest of Chariton
  • Three Star hotel
  • Check in time: 3:00 PM - midnight
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AC Hotel Des Moines East Village 401 East Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-800-805-5223 ~42.34 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • Access to gym on-site
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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown 101 East Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-965-1860 ~42.27 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • Hotel has 8 floors
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown 700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-788-5576 ~42.43 miles northwest of Chariton
  • Three Star property
  • Hotel has 413 rooms
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Des Lux Hotel 800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-897-9207 ~42.38 miles northwest of Chariton
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown 120 SW Water St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-311-4278 ~42.03 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • 131 sleeping rooms in hotel
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Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel 401 Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-469-4795 ~42.37 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • Check in: 4:00 PM - midnight
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Hilton Des Moines Downtown 435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-734-9421 ~42.58 miles northwest of Chariton
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Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown 100 SW Water Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-841-5292 ~42.05 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • 127 sleeping rooms in hotel
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG 333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-455-5160 ~41.97 miles northwest of Chariton
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG 201 East Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-965-8297 ~42.28 miles northwest of Chariton
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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center 929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-906-6358 ~42.76 miles northwest of Chariton
  • 3 star hotel
  • 7 floors in hotel
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown 207 Crocker Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 +1-888-749-6785 ~42.80 miles northwest of Chariton
  • Four star hotel
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Homewood Suites by Hilton West Des Moines / SW Mall Area 6620 Stagecoach Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266 +1-888-878-9982 ~44.95 miles northwest of Chariton
  • Mid-scale property
  • 100 suites in hotel
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The Rewind West Des Moines Tapestry Collection by Hilton 6075 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266 +1-888-389-4485 ~44.91 miles northwest of Chariton
  • Expensive property
  • 6 floors in hotel
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University 2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311 +1-888-389-4121 ~43.79 miles northwest of Chariton
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Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines Airport 6800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-675-2083 ~38.83 miles northwest of Chariton
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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG 1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 +1-800-716-8490 ~43.01 miles northwest of Chariton
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Element by Marriott West Des Moines 575 South Prairie View Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266 +1-800-805-5223 ~44.86 miles northwest of Chariton
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona 460 Bass Pro Drive, Altoona, IA 50009 +1-888-965-1860 ~44.87 miles north of Chariton
  • 3-star hotel
  • Hotel has 80 rooms
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Hyatt Place Altoona / Des Moines 480 Bass Pro Dr. NW, Altoona, IA 50009 +1-888-788-5576 ~44.93 miles north of Chariton
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Holiday Inn Des Moines-Airport / Conf Center by IHG 6111 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-897-9207 ~39.17 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • 213 rooms in hotel
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Airport 6880 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-311-4278 ~38.78 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • 12 suites in hotel
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Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport 5001 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-469-4795 ~39.80 miles northwest of Chariton
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Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines / SW Mall Area 6160 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50266 +1-888-734-9421 ~44.92 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • Hotel has 20 suites
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Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek 885 South 51st St, West Des Moines, IA 50265 +1-888-841-5292 ~44.27 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • Hotel has 3 floors
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Econo Lodge Oskaloosa 1315 a Ave. East, Oskaloosa, IA 52577 +1-888-455-5160 ~39.95 miles east of Chariton
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  • Free comp. breakfast
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport 7201 SW 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-965-8297 ~38.58 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • Free breakfast
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 6221 Willow Creek Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-906-6358 ~40.47 miles northwest of Chariton
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Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines 5850 Morning Star Ct, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 +1-888-749-6785 ~40.92 miles north of Chariton
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Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport 5231 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321 +1-888-878-9982 ~39.68 miles northwest of Chariton
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Tru by Hilton Norwalk Des Moines 1401 Chatham Avenue, Norwalk, IA 50211 +1-888-389-4485 ~37.37 miles northwest of Chariton
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Indianola, IA 501 East Trail Ridge Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125 +1-888-389-4121 ~28.16 miles northwest of Chariton
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AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 1920 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 +1-888-675-2083 ~39.73 miles northwest of Chariton
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  • 62 rooms in property
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Clarion Inn Des Moines Airport 1810 Army Post Road, Des Moines, IA 50315 +1-800-716-8490 ~38.93 miles northwest of Chariton
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport 1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 +1-800-805-5223 ~39.81 miles northwest of Chariton
  • Low Cost hotel
  • 133 rooms in property
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Pella, IA 315 Roosevelt Road, Pella, IA 50219 +1-888-965-1860 ~32.72 miles northeast of Chariton
  • Affordable property
  • 69 sleeping rooms in hotel
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Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines 2023 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009 +1-888-788-5576 ~44.93 miles north of Chariton
  • 3 star hotel
  • 3 floors in property
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Links Bos Landen Hotel & Spa of Pella Trademark by Wyndham 2508 Bos Landen Dr, Pella, IA 50219 +1-888-897-9207 ~31.60 miles northeast of Chariton
  • Three Star hotel
  • Free complimentary breakfast
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oskaloosa 2325 COAL MINE LOOP, Oskaloosa, IA 52577 +1-888-311-4278 ~37.96 miles northeast of Chariton
  • Three Star property
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My Place Hotel - Altoona / Des Moines IA 2315 Adventureland Drive, Altoona, IA 50009 +1-888-469-4795 ~44.97 miles north of Chariton
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  • 3 floors in property
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Hotel Pommier Indianola 1215 North Jefferson Way, Indianola, IA 50125 +1-888-734-9421 ~27.57 miles northwest of Chariton
  • 3-star hotel
  • Free breakfast
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AmericInn by Wyndham Pella 910 West 16th US 163 Exit 40, Pella, IA 50219 +1-888-841-5292 ~32.44 miles northeast of Chariton
  • Affordable property
  • 56 rooms in property
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Baymont by Wyndham Pella 2104 Washington St, Pella, IA 50219 +1-888-455-5160 ~32.79 miles northeast of Chariton
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Honey Creek Resort 12633 Resort Dr, Moravia, IA 52571 +1-888-965-8297 ~22.78 miles east of Chariton
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Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Des Moines Fairgrounds Area 410 East 30th Street, Des Moines, IA 50317 +1-888-906-6358 ~41.67 miles north of Chariton
  • Low Cost hotel
  • 69 rooms in hotel
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EverSpring Inn & Suites 2401 a Ave. West, Oskaloosa, IA 52577 +1-888-749-6785 ~38.00 miles northeast of Chariton
  • Midscale hotel
  • Hotel has 2 floors
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Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines 2701 Adventureland Dr, Altoona, IA 50009 +1-888-878-9982 ~44.99 miles north of Chariton
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The Perfect Time to Visit Chariton, IA

The weather in Chariton is characterized by a hot-summer humid continental climate, making it a year-round destination. The summers are typically wet, with temperatures averaging around 86 °F, while the winters are freezing, with temperatures dipping to 14 °F. The most popular season to have a trip to this destination is during spring and fall, when the weather is pleasant and beautiful colors embrace the region. During these times of the year, the temperatures are mild, the foliage is lovely, and the town is alive with activity. In spring, you can enjoy the blooming wildflowers, the return of the birds and other wildlife, and all the fun things to do available in the area, while fall brings beautiful leaves and plenty of seasonal events. From exploring the lively downtown district to relishing the great outdoors at nearby parks and lakes, there is no shortage of things to do in Chariton, IA. Whether you're seeking to take in some local culture or just relax in the peace of the countryside, Chariton has something for you.

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Explore the Wonders of Chariton, IA - Enjoy the Local Things to Do

While in Chariton, be sure to visit its many attractions. The Lucas County Historical Museum offers insightful exhibits about the local culture, history, and traditions. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Red Haw State Park and Lake Ellis, which boast beautiful landscapes for picnicking, fishing, boating, and hiking. The Rock Island Depot and Caboose Museum provides a fascinating glimpse into the region's railroad history. Venture a little further from Chariton, and you'll discover even more attractions. Visit Lake Ahquabi State Park, Pammel Park, the iconic Bridges of Madison County, and Hickory Hills Park. With its rich past, diverse points of interest, and beautiful natural surroundings, Chariton is a destination that promises an enriching and enjoyable getaway. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, make the most of the region's range of accommodations and take advantage of the special rates and discounts to make your trip even more rewarding.

What did travelers think of the city of Chariton?

Below are reviews of the city of Chariton, IA from an actual visitor's perspective.

"Great Restaurant"
Score 5.0 / 5

The Iron Horse restaurant was fantastic, we ate there everyday!!!!

Kevin A., from 12-Aug-2025
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