hotels with a view in Grimes, IA

1. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 235, this straightforward hotel is a 4-minute walk from Iowa Events Center and 1.2 miles from Des Moines Botanical Center.All rooms have en suite bathrooms, as well as free WiFi, coffeemakers, desks with ergonomic chairs, and flat-screen TVs. Suites, all with separate living areas, add extras like whirlpool tubs, river views or wet bars.Free hot breakfast is provided, as well as complimentary coffee. Other amenities include an indoor pool, an exercise room and a meeting room, plus free parking for cars and buses.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms and the beds
  • Walking distance to World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • 16 min drive to Des Moines International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests liked the river views
  • Guests liked the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Feyre Fay

At least the power workedA pipe burst which resulted in no water for our basic needs

Not to mention them towing the car causing a check engine light to come up, they told us to move it once, which we did, then they forcibly moved it without telling us later on Also! the pool was fairly humid and decrepit looking – also the person vacuuming right out side our door and down the hall from 630 am to 730 am was not great Additionally, breakfast was cancelled which is the reason we booked here Lastly, the room was very noisy with the cars driving nearby If your looking for a place to sleep in comfort the comfort inn is not the placeBut hey we got a refund that we had to jump through a hoop and a half to get

TJ

Check in time was 3pm showed up at 3:30pm with a reservation and room still wasn’t ready Front desk didn’t offer any reason or compensation for us to have to wait 30 min to clean the room Didn’t offer anything

One of the most expensive rooms they offer Just over all bad customer service Room was ok Kinda outdated for the cost Bed was ok but the pillows where really small Breakfast was also not great Went down at 6:30am when it opened at 6pm was enough food but it wasn’t hot Scrambled Eggs and sausage was all cold I wouldn’t suggest or stay again

2. AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a polished building surrounded by bars and eateries, this modern hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from the Des Moines River waterfront, 1 mile from Pappajohn Sculpture Park and 5 miles from Des Moines International Airport.Contemporary rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers; some have sofabeds and/or city views. Suites add living areas.An airport shuttle is complimentary. There’s also a chic restaurant/bar, a gym and a coin-operated laundry. Parking and breakfast are available for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • Walking distance to Robert D. Ray Asian Garden and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 16 min drive to Des Moines International Airport
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Emily Nothwehr

The AC Hotel was one of the hotels downtown that I selected to block rooms out for my wedding in the East Village Tyler was very helpful assisting with setting us up with room blocks All of our guests commented on how nice their stay was and was impressed by the modern, sleek design and the amenities the hotel had to offer

The greatest amenity of all was Republic on Grand, the restaurant on the 6th floor It was nice that our guests didn’t need to go far for excellent food and drink Beyond Republic on Grand, the hotel is nearby several amazing restaurants and entertainment spots You can’t ask for a better stay in the Des Moines East Village!This rating would be an outstanding 5/5 if it wasn’t for an upholstery issue on one of the couches in the larger suites However, I have no doubt that this will be addressed soon!

Kimberly

Came to town for an event! This was the 2nd time I’ve stayed at the AC Hotel in East Village It’s clean, comfortable and beautiful! Everything you could ask for Staff is attentive and friendly! Special shout out to employee Stephanie who went above and beyond to ensure we had an excellent stay! We were able to walk to our destination was an added plus! We’ll be back!

Victoria Johnson

My husband and I won a free night at the hotel, which included a $100 gift card to The Republic (restaurant upstairs) which we were so excited about Upon arrival, the front desk worker was not very pleasant towards us, it was extremely awkward Then, we were notified that The Republic was actually closed for a private event that night, and was closed to the public

So, there went our dinner/drink plans on a Saturday night in the DSM area We were placed in a room directly in front of the elevator, which was possibly the noisiest room on the entire floor We heard people entering and exiting all night- it was very loud We even had a random person knock on our door at 3:00 am, and we are assuming they had the wrong room Aside from these things, the room was clean, bed was very comfortable The heated private parking garage for guests was the best feature they had, especially on a snowy January night We have a $100 gift card to this place, which just seems like a complete waste that we stayed there without being able to use it

3. Sheraton West Des Moines Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Close to shops and restaurants off I-80, this relaxed hotel is 8 miles from sports and concerts at the Wells Fargo Arena, and a mile from the Living History Farms.Unfussy rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows feature Wi-Fi (fee), flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Some have sofabeds. Suites add minifridges, microwaves and living areas. Club-level rooms provide access to a lounge offering complimentary WiFi, food and drinks. Room service is available.There’s a laid-back restaurant & bar. Other amenities include a gym, a heated indoor pool and a convenience store, as well as a coin-operated laundry. Parking is offered for a fee. Pets are allowed.

Things You Need to Know

  • 5 min drive to Clive Aquatic Center
  • Guests liked the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests liked “waterfalls”, mentioned 24 times in reviews
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 56 times
  • Guests liked the fitness center

Feedback From Real Customers

Tom Erdely

I stay at this hotel once a year for a conference The hotel is always nice, clean and the staff is friendly However, during my most recent stay, it was even better

The entire staff was fantastic and WAY above and beyond From the front desk staff to the people working the breakfast, to the manager who gave us a tour of the 10th floor Everyone was great!The entire trip wrapped up with Mo driving us to the airport and it was one of the nicest trips I’ve ever had! He was so kind, helpful and told us stories from his life It was incredible If you’re in the area and need a hotel, you can’t do better than the Sheraton, mainly because of the staff!The only thing I wish was slightly different was that for the last 3 years, I booked the exact same room type, but previously had a small suite (separate living area with a coach and separate TV) and a fridge This time, it was a single (very nice) room with no fridge Not sure why or how I can make sure I get the bigger room with a fridge when I return next year

Amber Emberton

We stayed in this hotel for a wedding recently This hotel has a beautiful lobby, but the rooms are sub-par There isn’t a mini-fridge which is super inconvenient, and the rooms are in desperate need of updating

Not to mention all of our bedding was super wrinkled and there was someone else’s hair in the bathtub when we got there (which shows me little pride is put into the appearance of our accommodations) The elevators are an absolute nightmare There are only TWO elevators for ten floors, so you better be prepared to spend most of your time waiting on one to arrive to your floor It also seemed to be a pretty common occurrence for the room keys to all of a sudden stop working, as it happened not only to us but to multiple wedding guests, as well Their $12 breakfast is also just sad If you’re going to charge that much for breakfast, you better offer more than what most hotels offer in a FREE continental breakfast I must say, the staff are incredibly friendly, and I have zero complaints about them The wedding reception area is also very nice The staff, lobby, and reception areas are the only reasons I’m giving 3 stars Without them, my rating would most definitely have been lower

Nate Anderson

Rooms are average when it comes to comfort, along with terrible air flow and cooling during these summer months Hotels usually have great cooling but the room was muggy the entire stay, while the temp was set at “60°” No mini fridge which I suppose may be usual

However, we went to the bar to grab a drink and the bartender had tremendous trouble making drinks – the entire bar had to help guide her to the right bottles Clueless on what simple drinks were and poured the wrong drink Overall a below average stay

4. Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-35, this straightforward hotel on a lake is 7 miles from Adventureland Park, and 4 miles from Margo Frankel Woods State Park’s hiking trails and playgrounds.The relaxed rooms have work desks, flat-screens and free Wi-Fi, plus minifridges, microwaves, and tea and coffeemakers. Suites add living areas with sofabeds. Children ages 17 and younger stay at no charge with an adult.Amenities include free breakfast, an indoor pool and a gym, as well as a bar.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have refrigerators
  • 13 min drive to Adventureland
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned beds 16 times
  • Guests mentioned pools 10 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Raquel Gitch

2 things I didn’t like The lack of a solid shut of our restroom door and the breakfast However, the location is great, Ashley at the front desk was helpful, the outside patio was a great place to host our group of families and the beds were about the most comfortable hotel bed I’ve slept in for as long as I can remember

We will return

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Less than a mile from Interstate 235, this casual hotel with views of the Des Moines River is a minute’s walk from Wells Fargo Arena. It’s 4 minutes’ walk from the Iowa Events Center.Straightforward rooms provide flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, as well as microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas with pull-out sofas. Suites offer living rooms and river views. Food delivery from local restaurants is available.Complimentary perks include a hot breakfast buffet, parking and 2 electric car charging stations. There’s also a bar with a terrace and river views, plus a 24-hour gym.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • Walking distance to World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
  • 15 min drive to Des Moines International Airport
  • The fitness center has weight machines and treadmills

Feedback From Real Customers

Kimberly A

This is not a 2 star horror, 3 1/2 is more accurate Really nice, new, clean, spacious rooms and comfortable beds Our room had a tall ceiling, felt very big

Very friendly staff Prime location right across the street from the arena Free breakfast and parking Zero complaints I would definitely stay here again Great view of downtown as well The only minor complaint we had is that breakfast hours are from 630-930 on the weekends and we prefer to sleep later than that

TL Engle

My husband and I were in town for business meetings It’s an excellent location Our room was clean and had all the amenities

The entire staff was friendly, helpful, and accommodating We needed a late check out, and it wasn’t a problem I can’t figure out why there were previous comments that were negative This Fairfield Inn will be my first choice when returning to Des Moines

Quo Life

I’m giving this hotel a three star because the first room we got had a dysfunctional door & the tv didn’t work I really appreciate the help from the manager to put us in another room However, there were no bath towel hangers or bar in that bathroom

Also, one of the rooms’ mini refrigerator was broken In addition, our bathroom didn’t have any body washOne thing we did like was the breakfast!

6. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines Urbandale (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 35/Interstate 80, this unpretentious all-suite hotel is a 5 miles from exhibits at the 500-acre Living History Farms and 11 miles from events at Wells Fargo Arena.The relaxed studios have free WiFi and flat-screen TVs, and feature sitting areas, and kitchenettes with dishwashers. Some offer pull-out sofas and/or living rooms.A hot breakfast buffet and parking are complimentary. Other amenities include a convenience store, a BBQ area, an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness room. Coin-operated laundry facilities are on-site.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms and the kitchenettes
  • Guests praised the beds
  • 9 min drive to Living History Farms
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • Guests liked the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Sugar Laing

Booked this place pretty last minute on the day of Booked for Thursday to Saturday; the two bedroom suite It’s very spacious

I appreciate having the fridge, stove, microwave, and dish washer The burners on the stove are messed up and off center But 2 of the 4 are okay to use It comes with very basic utensils and plates You can’t cook too much, but just enough The dining room table is nice, comfortable couch and chairs, TV tray is nice for the couch, two bedrooms are just fine (comfortable beds), and bathroom is a ful bath with tub Bedrooms are a bit small to fit a pack n play or portable crib in; but we just pushed the bed off center and made it work I was informed breakfast is 6am to 9am and the pool is open Customer service at the front desk was acceptable

Jack Batson

What a nightmare after a 13 hour drive and looking forward to a relaxing evening Non personable check in and walked in to a sauna of a room 405The HVAC was trying but could not get the room below 74 humid degrees

The filter and coils were plugged solid with some sort of yuck and I tried cleaning both to help, pictures can be provided The window would not fully close so I used a kitchen knife to wedge under the bottom to close the gap a bit Plastic bag frozen to the bottom of the freezer, vent in the bathroom kept making a rhythmic clanking noise, fan off or on, some sort of device on the wall that would blink a bright green 20 times and then stay on for a period and then go back to blinking Asked for another room and wanted to inspect it first which for some reason could not be done because there was only one employee there for some reason?? I called Marriott customer service and they were no help Needless to say we both had a sleepless night listening to the overworked HVAC and that is also how I know the device on the wall blinked bright green, kind of like counting sheep, from not being able to sleep, I did throw a towel over it to soften the strobe effect We finally gave up early in the AM and got the heck out so we could enjoy the coolness of the vehicle AC and push through to Detroit The was a debacle of a Marriott stay and I stay at a lot of Marriott properties for work and pleasure The facility is well past it prime and unfortunately we had to experience this after a long day on the road

7. Hyatt Place West Des Moines/Jordan Creek (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This informal hotel in a modern building is 6 miles from Living History Farms, and 13 miles from both downtown Des Moines and Des Moines International Airport.Simple rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sofabeds, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. The 1-bedroom suites add separate living areas.An airport/area shuttle is complimentary. Other amenities include a 24-hour restaurant, a cafe/bar, a fitness center and an indoor pool. Pets are welcome.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and liked the beds
  • 10 min drive to the Jordan House
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests praised the 24-hour restaurant
  • Guests mentioned bars 18 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has weight machines
  • Guests liked the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Ann Anderson

Very family and pet friendly atmosphere The hotel is in the hub of West Des Moines activities The staff were friendly and helpful

I brought a safety concern to the attention of the front desk Cassie had it immediately addressed and restored The full breakfast was stocked and had great options I will definitely stay again when in the Des Moines area

Jessica Horaney

If you are here for a party or a weekend night out, this might be the place for you The location is next to Jordan Creek It shares a parking lot with Smash Park, an indoor/outdoor game bar – which has loud music blaring and people yelling until 1am

The hotel itself is modern with comfortable beds, but we didn’t get much sleep thanks to the noise Our soccer team booked this hotel for a tournament in the area I would not recommend to stay here on a weekend if you are a family needing an early night for sporting events

8. Holiday Inn & Suites Des Moines-Northwest, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Located next to the intersection of I-35 and I-80, this modern hotel is 11-minutes’ drive from Camp Dodge.Straightforward rooms come with flat-screen TVs and desks, plus stereos and coffeemakers. Kids 19 and under stay free with an adult, plus there’s free WiFi in every room, as well as a choice of hard and soft pillows. Suites add separate living spaces with pull-out sofas, kitchenettes and whirlpool tubs.The facility also offers a restaurant and bar serving Irish-American dishes (where kids 12 and under eat free), plus an indoor pool and a fitness center. There’s also a full conference center and a free shuttle within a 2-mile radius.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have TVs
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 12 min drive to Living History Farms
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned hot tubs 13 times
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines and treadmills
  • Guests liked the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Sarah Balleweg

Decor and carpet dated, but clean Rooms clean Pool is good size

Moved to a different hotel only because we had to pay for breakfastwhen we could go to another hotel same price free, breakfast I really hope that the ladies that were cleaning tables got part of the top we left our “server” the ladies checking on customers and busin tables were customer friendly and just all around sweet to us 🫶🏽

Courtney Linell

This hotel is pretty much what I expect from a Holiday Inn – not the most upscale hotel, but clean and serviceable for my weekend stayI didn’t have the opportunity to take advantage of the amenities while here, but the rooms were comfortable enough and reasonably well keptThe hotel has good access to the freeway, and is centrally located to a lot of the Des Moines suburbs

If you’re looking for an economical stay, this is a solid option

Matt Plumley

Staff was friendly but that was about it for this location The pool was full of green algae in the bottom of it and the ceiling of pool is failing apart The room was ok but not very clean

A guest puked in the pool the night prior and no one closed it off so people were swimming in it Every morning the pool area was not cleaned or picked up Swim diapers were on the ground and no towels were available Nice and big hotel but needs a lot of TLC to get it back up to standards

9. Des Moines Marriott Downtown (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 5 miles from Des Moines International Airport, this refined high-rise hotel is 2 miles both from the Iowa State Capitol and from the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.Airy rooms feature desks, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, as well as coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add city views. Suites include separate living and dining areas. Wi-Fi is available for a fee.An airport shuttle is complimentary. There are also 2 casual bar/restaurants, 2 lounges and a cafe. Other amenities include a gym and an indoor pool, as well as meeting and event space. Parking and breakfast are available for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • Walking distance to the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
  • 13 min drive to Des Moines International Airport
  • One of the few hotels in the area with 24-hr room service
  • Guests praised the service, which has a concierge
  • Guests liked the fitness center, which has weight machines
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Scott McCormick

It’s a Marriott!If you have status, it’s probably worth it to visit the mezzanine level for their evening food & drinks The host is named Mary, and she’s very friendly You do pay for drinks, but the food is free and I really enjoyed the whole thing

Otherwise, the hotel is everything you would expect Clean, helpful staff, no issues at all

Aware Wolf

The only thing nice about this place is the Penthouse The AM staff are rude and have no customer service experience The breakfast was cold & old

They didn’t know how to give directions The halls smelled of puke and beer from college kids We was there to see Slipknot Do not bring a family here Thomas Walsh, and Shiny knight was right

Tyler Allen

This place is not family friendly and is too expensive to stay at There is not free parking or a free breakfast They seem to nickel and dime you on everything

The TV only has 60 some channels on it and none that are family wholesome showsThey don’t offer complimentary coffee in the lobby The worst part is a breakfast buffet that has less offering than a dinner cost more than getting steak and eggs at an upscale dinner For two adults it was 36 dollars If the conference I went to was not here, I would not stay here and I would not recommend it to others

10. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

About this hotel

In a busy commercial area off Interstate 80/Interstate 35, this relaxed hotel in a modern building is a 5-minute walk from farm exhibits at the open-air museum, Living History Farms. It’s 7 miles from Des Moines Art Center and 10 miles from State Historical Museum of Iowa.Warmly decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas, as well as minifridges and Keurig coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add living areas and dining tables. Room service is offered.Parking is complimentary. Other amenities include a fitness center, and a vibrant bar with a billiard table and a patio. Breakfast is available for a surcharge.

Things You Need to Know

  • 5 min walk to Living History Farms
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests mentioned beds 10 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino
  • Guests praised the vibrant bar

Feedback From Real Customers

rhonda haynes

I only spent one night in the hotel with my mother who’s 88 and my two daughters 21 and 23 We also had our dogs with us two Boston Terriers We booked through Priceline online because we were unfamiliar with the area, just traveling through

If I ever come through that way again I will definitely stay at the Revel again the rooms were very nice clean the beds were comfortable I love the pillows The bar was very nice everyone was so friendly all the patrons and employees wish we could have stayed longer Did not really get to experience any of the amenities of the hotel like the weight room or the pool Etc but the breakfast was phenomenal very basic very tasty

Raymond Waller

This was a wonderful place to stay The staff was kind and conversational every time we had questions The rooms were amazing and I think the bed was the most comfortable of any hotel I’ve stayed in

Highly, highly recommend! We brought our bikes, and this location is only a few blocks away from an amazing bike trail network We were able to bike from here to downtown every night!

Danielle Majors

I booked this hotel for my parents who were in town visiting I had never been in this hotel and simply booked it based on reviews! When I went to the hotel to meet up with my parents, I was really impressed with the ambiance they have when you walk in! The rooms were very spacious (in my opinion) and there was a nice seating area in their room where we could sit and talk vs sitting on the beds and talking

I will definitely book this hotel again!

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Des Moines West/Jordan Creek (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

At the edge of the Jordan Creek Town Center shopping mall, this relaxed all-suite hotel is 5 miles from Living History Farms and 7 miles from the Des Moines Art Center.Unfussy, warmly decorated studios offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks. All feature sitting areas with pull-out sofas, as well as kitchenettes. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites have separate living rooms.Complimentary amenities include parking and hot breakfast. There’s an indoor pool and a fitness room, in addition to a lobby lounge with a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There’s also a picnic area offering BBQ grills.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms and praised the kitchenettes
  • 11 min drive to Living History Farms
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned refrigerators 12 times
  • Guests mentioned “shopping malls” 19 times
  • The fitness center has weight machines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa

Feedback From Real Customers

Nathan Peyer

Pros: The room itself was updated, clean, and comfortable One of the nicer Marriott rooms I’ve stayed in for comparable price range The staff was very friendly at check-in and throughout the stay and plenty of parking

Cons: Hallways and common areas were not that I expect out of Marriott Very dark and poorly lit The walls and doors in the hallways had black scuff marks (very noticeable when all the doors and trim are white) all over the place; a little Magic Eraser can go a long ways Aside from the waffle station, the breakfast looked unappetizing (egg whites seemingly swimming in egg juice) and off-colored breakfast sausage

Travis Olives

Newish Marriott Shares the edge of a parking lot with a local mallOverall, clean and well-kempt

Our room – 2 bedroom suite with kitchenette – was fineA few things that we liked: easy checkin Quiet location Quite clean The suite itself was set up excellently for our family of 6 Breakfast was adequate with standard prefab hire food, but don’t expect more than that Hearty selection of milks, soy milks of varied kinds (chocolate, skim, 2%, etc)A few things that were lacking: the heat had clearly not been on, and the room was in the high 50s to low 60s (early march) when we arrived, and since we arrived late in the evening, this made bedtime hard for the kids They were cold Front desk staff readily brought an extra blanket, but it wasn’t too welcoming A light was out on the ceiling, a bit irritating but no big deal TVs had obviously been screwed around with (bolted to the tables, which felt a bit off) and I spent 10 minutes futzing with the wiring to make the cable work Finally, the bathroom was huge, which was great (maybe an ADA room that I didn’t realize?) but peeling paint and a moderately good shower headNo huge downer staying here but overall will probably look elsewhere next time we cruise through from Minneapolis

Debbie Dahl

This hotel is still using covid as an excuse not to service your rooms No rugs in the bathrooms and staff doesn’t make beds or replace towels Standard mediocre breakfast

Good Location Paying $250 per night for a room seems like some service should be included They don’t even replace toilet paper And the front desk doesn’t answer their phone This is like camping out Please note that their description claims that they refresh your room every day including towel changes and making your bed Not true VERY Cheap

12. Hilton Des Moines Downtown (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 435 Park St, Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Phone: (515) 241-1456
  • Ratings: 4.3 (962 reviews) Very good Eco-certified
  • Website : Hilton Des Moines Downtown
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Contemporary business hotel featuring a restaurant with a terrace, plus a bar and a ballroom.

About this hotel

On a downtown corner, this sleek business hotel is across from the Iowa Events Center. It’s 1 mile from both the Iowa State Capitol and I-235.Relaxed rooms offer flat-screens, minifridges and safes, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. Some provide floor-to-ceiling windows with city views. Suites add sofabeds, wet bars and lounge access with continental breakfast, plus snacks and drinks. Wi-Fi and room service are available.A casual restaurant has a terrace with a fireplace. There’s also a bar. Event space includes a ballroom and a patio. There’s a business center, plus an indoor pool and a gym. Parking is available (fee).

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms, which have minibars
  • Guests liked the beds
  • Walking distance to Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 25 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center

Feedback From Real Customers

Cathy Myers

Really nice hotel with good location I turned the air down as much as I could which was I thought was 70 and it was hot it my room I had called front desk and Andrew had said it should go to 66 and he’d bring me a fan or have someone come up and check my thermostat

He was very nice and I tried the digital thermostat again and it did go to 66 which helped me sleep without getting hot The room is clean and nice I would definitely recommend this hotel

Eric Crockett

We just had a small meeting/event at this facility and we couldn’t have been happier The facility is very nice and my room was awesome However, the staff was the best…hats off to all of them! Sophie, Erin, Zack, Lex, Andy, Lucas, Michelle, Ann, Bob (at the bar) and the two shuttle drivers (sorry I didn’t get your names, but enjoyed our conversation)

You guys all made being there memorable and successful! SGI 😉

Sadie Anderson

No parking, overpriced rooms, poor service The parking garage was full so we were directed to an “overflow” garage In the morning there were homeless people sleeping all over the place and it felt very unsafe

The person on the phone was very rude when asked about an early check-in There was blood on one of the paintings by the elevator and the walls are paper thin Do not recommend

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Des Moines Downtown (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This polished all-suite hotel along the Des Moines river is less than 1 mile from the Iowa State Capitol.Modern suites, some with city or river views, include kitchenettes, separate living rooms and pull-out sofas. All offer flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi (fee); upgraded suites add free Wi-Fi and Keurig coffeemakers.Complimentary perks include made-to-order breakfast, and an evening reception with light appetizers and drinks, as well as an area shuttle. There’s also an American grill restaurant, an indoor pool and an exercise room, plus a multilevel atrium in the lobby.

Things You Need to Know

  • Walking distance to World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
  • Some guests complained about the beds
  • Some guests complained about the unclean bathrooms
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests praised the American restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “waterfalls” 18 times
  • Guests praised the indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Laurie Hansel

Nice location downtown Rooms are nice size and staff is very helpful and friendly The breakfast buffet is nice and there is plenty of seating

Staff does a nice job of keeping things fresh and full They do offer underground parking, but it is generally full and costs 18 dollars There is free parking on bridges if you can find it or a city parking garage across the street for 10 dollars, but it does cost 1 dollar an hour to come and go The building is dated and carpets in hallways desperately need to be stretched or replaced It’s a big tripping hazard I found the beds so hard it was like sleeping on a stack of 2x4s I couldn’t do a second night and slept on the couch Others with me didn’t find them this bad, so this is subjective Just be aware if you don’t like a firm mattress, this is not the place for you Overall, a nice stay, mostly due to the excellent staff Management is clearly not investing in this property to keep it safe or make improvements They are lucky to have excellent employees who probably all deserve a raise

Brenda Smith

Mold in two shower stalls!We stayed at the Embassy Suites downtown Des Moines on 5/14/22 I’ve been a Hilton Honors member for awhile and chose Hilton because of the reputation and my past experienceI was very disappointed to find in the first room (323?): hair and other debris in the mini fridge, debris on the bathroom floor and a pinkish substance that easily came off on a tissue on the shower floor and mold in the grout and caulk of the shower

We had little time before needing to leave for the show but a bellman was sent up and helped us quickly move to another room At first glance it was cleaner than the previous room so we accepted it and hurried to get ready for dinnerAfter we returned and I went to shower I then saw how bad the mold was in this second room shower stall(328?)We reported this to the front desk and were told a full refund would be processed I wrote to the manager in hopes this issue gets addressed and the bathrooms get professional mold removal and grout and tile cleaning Certainly at $250/ night x the number of rooms this would be deemed a wise investment by whoever makes these decisionsI would love to stay there again when attending a Civic Center show as it was otherwise a very nice hotel and walking distance to our event However, I won’t be staying there unless I’m somehow able to find out if this mold in the ceramic tile shower stalls is addressed

xFOXYxDIVAx Gamer

It’s always such a welcoming environment! Always beautiful, free breakfast & sometimes dinner or it’s all the time! Free alcoholic drinks between 530-730 Pool was nice and warm, our room was clean and nicely kept together! Bars and food in walking distance for a fun night, and they offer to drive you if you’re intoxicated Private parking too, or free on the bridge! Will always choose this hotel now!!

14. Hilton Garden Inn Des Moines/Urbandale (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This suburban hotel is less than 8 miles from Beaver Creek Golf Course and under 11 miles from downtown Des Moines.All rooms offer contemporary decor, custom-designed beds and flat-screen TVs with premium cable, plus minifridges, microwaves and free WiFi. Some have pull-out sofas. Suites add separate living areas, and some have whirlpool tubs.A cooked-to-order breakfast is available (fee), and there’s an American restaurant, as well as a lounge, outdoor patio and 24/7 convenience mart. Guests can visit a fitness center, indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna. Additional perks include meeting rooms and a business center, plus free parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms, which have minibars
  • 9 min drive to Living History Farms
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests liked the American restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 16 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino
  • Guests praised the hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Jan Gatzke

We love staying at Hilton Garden Inns because we know wherever we are in the country, we know that we will have a quality hotel stay Our disappointments with this particular hotel was the room upkeep and pool Our room was a king suite and while the overall furnishings were clean, as soon as we laid on the bed, there was a streak of white paint on the popcorn ceiling attempting to cover up stains

Paint the whole ceiling, not just a small section (Besides, the paint didn’t come close to covering up the stains) We were also very disappointed in the size of the pool Seriously the hot tub was just slightly smaller than the pool Add 4 people, and that pool was packed For such a large hotel in a metropolitan area, the size of the pool was a joke With having kids, we probably won’t stay here again

Angela Libertini

The front desk staff were incredibly rude and unorganized We paid for a premium room with snacks to be refreshed daily We stayed for a week and nothing was comfortable or easy

Every time we made a request or asked for service, the front desk argued or made excuses that later we were told different explanations by other staff The hotel is older than others in the area and overall not as clean There was minimal room to unpack our suit cases to make it easier while staying with young children Most evenings when we arrived after a long day visiting family, there was no hot water in the lobby The one night there was hot water, there weren’t any tea bags The pool was cleaned on July 4th during regular open hours around mid morning We had planned the day around letting the kids play in the pool before lunch and naptime at my grandma’s house One of the treadmills was partially broken Overall, the staff didn’t take pride in their hotel and didn’t care about making their guests feel welcomed

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Overlooking the Des Moines River, this modern, downtown hotel is a 3.9-mile drive from the Des Moines Art Center and a 4.7-mile drive from Iowa State Fair.Warm, polished rooms include free Wi-Fi, lap desks and custom-designed beds, along with flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add living areas with pull-out sofas, wet bars and/or river views.Complimentary hot breakfast is offered. There’s also a 24/7 pantry, plus an indoor pool, a whirlpool tub and a fitness center. Additional amenities include a 24/7 business center and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms
  • Walking distance to Des Moines’ Downtown Farmers’ Market and World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
  • 14 min drive to Des Moines International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned hot tubs 16 times
  • Guests praised the river views

Feedback From Real Customers

Annie Marie Young

Beds super comfy Great breakfast buffet and attendant wrote motivational messages on the bananasWe requested the top floor, away from the elevator and ice machine and were assured this was no problem

We even called twice to make sure this was still on the notes for our reservation We were astounded to find the room was the closest to the elevator! The staff was willing to move us but we ended up on a middle floorThere was a high school sports team on our floor and they threw their candy wrappers and sports drink containers in the hallway and stairwell Housekeeping never picked it up!The room keys are very frustrating Over and over we had to get them replaced It was a hassle because we parked on level 3 and often the key wouldn’t work so we couldn’t access our floor We could take the elevator down to the lobby—but couldn’t access it either!

Shannon Cusick

Very clean rooms, pet-friendly and the staff is SO polite and caring They really do take that extra time to make it a pleasant experience here We actually reserved a room at another hotel in the area and the rooms were unbearably filthy, so we canceled that reservation and booked here and THANK GOD we did! It’s in a great area where nightlife and food are within walking distance

We are very comfortable and will be back if we are ever back in Des Moines

aram brazilian

Needed a place to spend the night while crossing the country on a road trip And this was one of the only places we found that had a patio so we could open the windows to be safe because of covid And a nice view of the river too

But here are my complaints:1) Hard to find – the sign is more of a placard to the side of the door – no driveway where you can park while you check in – we circled the block twice before we found the place2) Hard to park – once you pull into the parking garage, it’s hard to know which way to go – it is shared w/ another hotel, so we were driving in circles in the garage too we finally parked on the third floor (incorrectly) and had to use the intercom to let us in and then walk through the upper hallways until we found an elevator to take us down to the lobby3) Hallway to our room was littered with trash and stains4) Ice machine broken5) Room was a bit worn out w/ frayed carpeting6) The walk back to the hotel from the downtown strip felt pretty sketchy at nightI assumed because this is owned by Hilton that there would be a higher level of cleanliness and proper signage All that big corporate money but I guess they don’t want to spend any of it at this location

16. Hotel Renovo (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 11167 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50322
  • Phone: (515) 276-1126
  • Ratings: 4.5 (476 reviews) Excellent
  • Website : Hotel Renovo
  • Check-in time: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Polished, rustic-chic hotel with an indoor pool, a fitness center & a trendy lobby bar.

About this hotel

This polished hotel with a country-chic vibe is 8 miles from the Des Moines Art Center, 10 miles from bars and restaurants in downtown Des Moines and 19 miles from Adventureland Amusement Park.The streamlined rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. Upgraded suites add lofts, kitchenettes, pull-out sofas, dining areas and/or board rooms. Room service is available.Amenities include a trendy lobby bar serving breakfast and dinner. There’s also a 24-hour fitness center, and an indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 4 min walk to Living History Farms
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Some guests complained about the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 16 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the indoor pool
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a spa

Feedback From Real Customers

C.

Enjoyed my stay here; beautiful and well kept facilities Room was spacious and had excellent accommodations (only thing missing were the complimentary travel sized dental hygiene products) TV had local and cable channels (only thing to make it better is to install smart TVs so folks can stream their favorite subscriptions)

Pool was large and clean Hot tub was wonderful Outdoor patios are great for relaxing My only complaint is that the breakfast wasn’t complimentary and it wasn’t clearly stated that it wasn’t Me and other guests were surprised to be billed, but $11 isn’t much, just wish they were clearer about that Scones were some of the best I’ve ever had There’s also a bar on the first floor Staff is very friendly Prices are currently affordable and reasonable for the offerings Overall, a great experience and will return

John Pienta

Google listed this as a “three star hotel” I feel that’s a huge undersell I was put up here for an interview, so I’m not able to comment on pricing, but the service, and amenities are truly second to none when it comes to hotels I’ve stayed at in Iowa and even the Midwest in general The pool is huge, clean and well maintained, the gym is in excellent shape and has a pretty good variety of equipment

The king room I stayed in was spacious, and beautiful The staff consistently went out of their way to make sure I was well taken care of and my needs were all metI would highly recommend Hotel Renovo to anyone

Kelda Hankins

Overall, I was disappointed with this room from time of our arrivalRoom Issues:1 The shower head and handle were loose and rattled

It felt like this issue came from the lack of any sort of mount/restraint on the water pipe servicing the shower2 The shower door had seals installed in such a way that water hitting the glass just drained to the floor outside the shower Made for a slippery exit the first time I used it3 Carpeting on the stairs was frayed at the edges and looked to be coming up a bit at the corners4 Paint/caulk all over the chandelier’s bulbs5 Large stains on the rug downstairs6 The mini fridge couldn’t be shut unless it was dragged out from under the counter, and it didn’t seem to be able to chill anything even though it showed the right temperature7 Got woken up a bit after 8 am by some very loud housekeeping staffPayment Issues:The card used to book my rooms online was NOT the card they charged for final room payment even though the reservation listed that card as the “Payment Method”A family member checked in early and provided their card for the damage deposit, as is normal for every hotel That family member ended up being charged for the deposit AND the entire stay even after being told that the card they provided was only for deposit at check-inFurthermore, I called the hotel before our stay to confirm that this family member could check in early and use their card for the deposit, but my card was to be charged for the roomsApparently, it is the hotel’s policy to charge the rooms to the card used for the deposit regardless of the card used to book, and regardless of my phone calls to explain the early check-in situationStuff We Really Liked:1 Loft room was pretty neat and felt less like a plain old hotel room Particularly good room for a small group to hang out in2 Pool/hot tub were nice and quite large There was even an adult only time in the late evening3 Lobby was VERY nice Nice seating, itty bitty bar, nice breakfast hall(?)4 Bed was quite clean and comfortable5 Room had full-sized sink, a microwave, and a mini fridge Probably would have been good for a longer stay6 Breakfast scones! <37 Room had giant windows and the hotel was on a high(ish) point in the city so the view was niceConclusion:The payment issued can probably be chalked up to a series of miscommunications and my failure to confirm which card was being used upon check-out, but I had thought I'd already made arrangements with the hotel to handle itSome of the room issues were noticeable enough to make the recent remodel feel a bit shoddy, but we liked it overall and would probably stay again

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