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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Meeting facility
Lobby

Overview of Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel with indoor pool, near Wells Fargo Arena
8.0 out of 10 Very good
8.0/10 Very good

1,003 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Internet access
  • Free WiFi
Map
101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
For families
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Kitchenette
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Premium TV channels

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Downtown Des Moines
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min walk
  • Hy Vee Hall - 1 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 2 min drive
  • Principal Park - 2 min drive
  • Drake University - 5 min drive
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 7 min drive
  • Blank Park Zoo - 10 min drive
  • Adventureland - 14 min drive
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 14 min drive
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - 5 min walk
  • Iowa Taproom - 4 min walk
  • Beechwood Lounge - 5 min walk
  • The Blazing Saddle - 6 min walk
  • Up-Down - 5 min walk

About this property

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown puts you 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Wells Fargo Arena and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds. 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 centre are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers say good things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Follows the standard cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Guest accommodations are accessible via mobile device

Safety measures

Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 234 rooms
  • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM until anytime
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age – 21
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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 per room, up to 60 lb per pet)*
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

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)

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • 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 centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (selected rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (selected rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 37-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenette

More

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

Special features

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guest rooms for USD 4.95 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 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment will be available to guests.

Guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA).

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Embassy Suites Hotel Moines Downtown
Embassy Suites Moines Downtown
Embassy Suites Des Moines
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown Hotel
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown Des Moines
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown Hotel Des Moines

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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property and guests are provided with hand sanitiser. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
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 midnight.
Are pets allowed at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 per room and maximum weight of 60 lb 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 20.00 per day. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site 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 centre and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?
Yes, there's an on-site 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 fridge, 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 6-minute walk from Des Moines Civic Center and 10 minutes' walk from Hy Vee Hall. Travellers recommend the hotel for its central location.

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8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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