Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Casey's Center

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Experience the serene atmosphere of this hotel, surrounded by a scenic water feature and modern architecture.
Indulge in a diverse selection of international cuisine at our hotel's buffet.
Experience the elegant lobby with a curved reception desk, large chandelier, and comfortable seating area.
Dining area with elegant tables, white tablecloths, and comfortable chairs.
Enjoy a meal with a city view from this outdoor dining area, featuring a table, chairs, and a refreshing drink.
In Downtown Des Moines, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offers a warm welcome with free full breakfast, a daily manager's reception, and dinner at Liberty's restaurant. Unwind in the indoor pool or work out in the 24-hour gym; previous guests rave about the helpful staff and great location.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Kitchenette
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels
The current price is CNY787
CNY882 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6

Room options

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Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing, In-room air purification)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed (Wellness, In-room air purification)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds (Wellness, In-room air purification)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Custom)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Civic Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Casey's Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Principal Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Iowa Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beechwood Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Up-Down - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

When you stay at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Casey's Center and Drake University. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Liberty's, which serves dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

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At a glance

Hotel size

    • 234 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Guests are required to download the property's Hilton mobile app before check-in

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 60 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 25.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 6:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (11 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1990
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Wet bar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Mobile key entry

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Special features

Dining

Liberty's - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 25.00 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 60 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Liberty's.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

What's the area around Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown like?

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is a short 11-minute walk from Casey's Center and 6 minutes' walk from Des Moines Civic Center. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Bed
Bathroom
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Lobby
Parking
Children

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with made-to-order omelettes and a wide variety of options. (113 reviews)
  • The property's dining options, including the breakfast buffet and on-site restaurant, received high praise for quality and variety. (7 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient and excellent, with friendly drivers. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

enjoyed our stay
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very nice rooms and good price
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice place and convenient.
Phillip, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Walkable to a lot of restaurants and bars
Nick, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The happy hour and breakfast
Barb, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is our second stay at the property. Both times have been great. Good breakfast, clean facility
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location in the middle of downtown. Walkable to the capitol and several bars and restaurants. Love the free breakfast.
Christopher, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The room was spacious and the hotel has a nice ambiance. The bed was pretty uncomfortable but we were only there one night. The kids had fun at the pool!
Nikki, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The staff made us feel they were glad we are there. Very friendly and hospitable. Great atmosphere. Thank You
Mike, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Location was great. Parking was an issue.
Diane, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This is the second time we have stayed at this Embassy Suites hotel and absolutely love it. The location is awesome and convenient to walk to a abundance of restaurants. The staff were awesome and welcoming and efficient. The happy hour drinks and snacks were great as well as the morning breakfast buffet where we enjoyed a delicious custom made omelette. We will be back!!!
Alex, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Nice and quiet place. Cordial staff.
Gurvinder, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was an amazing experience! We will definitely be coming back again for a stay!
Tynan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The breakfast buffet was wonderful! Free drinks and snacks at 5:30 is a nice touch! Staff at front desk could smile a little more.
Ron, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent customer service OMG the breakfast is phenomenal. The rooms were clean. Staff was excellent. Great customer service definitely recommend this hotel. I will be going back there every time. I am in Des Moines.
Eleanora, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This was great with a buddy. It’s downtown Des Moines. Short walk to farmers market on Saturday morning. Took a walk by myself in the afternoon, not smart. Use the buddy system. It’s a big old beautiful city.
Pokie, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

I didn't like that they don't charge for parking and extra things with not comunicacion
Patty, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great!!
Vicky, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We loved the manager's reception!
Justin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel and a nice large room
Michelle, 2-night trip

4/10 Poor

Very uncomfortable beds, not enough towels for the amount of people in our party, run down room, and no longer offer the free snacks in room as they used to.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

The parking situation was a drag and the breakfast food was not good. Otherwise our stay was good and the room was nice.
Maureen, 4-night trip

8/10 Good

Great place
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Centrally located
Michael, 1-night trip