In downtown Des Moines, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel offers a warm welcome with a to-go breakfast and relaxing spa tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, unwind at the indoor pool or get energized at the gym. With golfing on site and helpful staff that previous guests rave about, this hotel is perfect for mixing business and leisure.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Pool
Pet-friendly
24/7 front desk
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Indoor pool
Fitness centre
Hot tub
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Computer station
Front desk safe
Snack bar/deli
ATM/banking services
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
The current price is S$206
S$206
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Room options
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Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking (Communications, Roll-In Shower)
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
7 reviews
(7 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
26 reviews
(26 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
18 reviews
(18 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible Bathtub (Mobility, Accessible Tub)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
25 reviews
(25 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
29 reviews
(29 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Iowa State Capitol Building - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Blaze Pizza - 11 min walk
Fresko - 12 min walk
Centro - 12 min walk
Taco Bell - 8 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG puts you a short five-minute drive from Wells Fargo Arena and Drake University. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
More about this property
VISIBILITY
At a glance
Hotel size
102 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 11 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
LOB_HOTELS
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Golfing
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 2016
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
An indoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
ROOM
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 11 kg per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, hiking and rock climbing. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG also has a fitness centre.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG is in Downtown Des Moines, a short 14-minute walk from Principal Park and 18 minutes' walk from Hoyt Sherman Place.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Room
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Location
Hot Tub
Bed
Restaurant
Downtown
Shuttle
Concerts
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently good, hot, and offered a variety of options. (33 reviews)
The property's airport shuttle service was a great benefit with friendly and helpful drivers. (5 reviews)
Parking was hassle-free, accessible, and convenient, with some reviewers noting a good parking area for larger vehicles. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10
Very clean and quiet. Friendly staff.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10
Was there for Ironman. It was a perfect location.
Rob
3-night trip
10/10
The hotel itself is very clean and well maintained. The staff was extremely welcoming and kind. It was also nice that they had a shuttle and offered free transportation to our site seeing destinations such as Sculpture Park!
Julie
3-night trip
8/10
Very clean, welcoming, and comfortable…except the shower was barely luke warm and would not get warmer. Breakfast was great! There was an area to park larger vehicles or vehicles towing a trailer, which was great.
Sheri
1-night trip
10/10
Convenient location to downtown number of good restaurants and pubs to check out.
Gregory
1-night trip
10/10
Enjoyed the stay despite the blizzard.
Joseph Thomas
4-night trip
10/10
Great customer service
Stacie
1-night trip
8/10
The employees were super nice. Location to downtown was good and they offer courtesy bus.
Kathleen
1-night trip
10/10
Very nice, quiet place to sleep.
Serena
2-night trip
8/10
Friendly staff!!!
Teresa
1-night trip
10/10
We enjoyed our stay so much. Every one was so nice and a very clean hotel. The breakfast buffet was satisfying and the convenience in and out mattered a lot. I loved being able to.walk to Starbucks early in the morning.
Donna
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay!
Ann
1-night trip
10/10
We stayed just one night near the airport before flying out on vacation. The facility is very nice and the free breakfast was good. Bedding and bathroom were clean and nice.
Chuck
1-night trip
10/10
Very clean
Lina
1-night trip
10/10
Great front door staff
sada
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay
Jordain
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay. Very clean and quiet. Very friendly staff.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10
Very good!
Maria
1-night trip
10/10
Stayed for a quick stop on a road trip. Great choice, and dog friendly!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10
Easy access, quite
Chris
1-night trip
10/10
Every thing was wonderful and staff was awesome
Rachel
1-night trip
10/10
This hotel is very clean. Staff was very friendly. Hot tub and pool clean and relaxing. Definitely would stay here again. Starbucks in walking distance.
Samantha
1-night trip
10/10
Perfect
Pascal
2-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay if you are going to a concert at the amphitheater! Close to a Starbucks and to a great pizza place!
Linda
1-night trip
10/10
Quick check in. Great explanation of hotel amenities.