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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Science Center of Iowa

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Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • Business center
  • 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 cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
$122 nightly
The total price is $137
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,017 reviews
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Casey's Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • 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 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mad Meatball - ‬2 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 just a 5-minute drive from Casey's Center 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 center and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 102 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
    • Contactless check-in 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 available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 25 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2016
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center

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 drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 25 lbs 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck 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 check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite 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 like 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 center.

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 Science Center of Iowa and 14 minutes' walk from Principal Park.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Breakfast
Location
Hot Tub
Bed
Restaurant
Downtown
Shuttle
Children

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, above average, and delicious with a wide variety of options. (37 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)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone was so friendly and helpful! Duane drove us in the shuttle to the arena and picked us up! Awesome! Great breakfast.
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

it was a great stay very helpful and clean
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable

Clean, comfortable beds, nice shower, good breakfast.
Steven, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean, staff were super friendly!
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean!

Hotel was clean. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Would stay again!
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for our family, we had adjoining rooms! We will Definitely come back and stay again!
Kathy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very Friendly Staff

Great location for a halfway stop back to our home. Restaurants nearby, very friendly staff that went over and above for something left at the hotel!! Special shout out to Mary & Karla (sp?) for their help!!
Shelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet. Friendly staff.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean, staff was friendly, and the room accommodated our family of 6 well.
Kaylee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place, very friendly staff, hadcshuttle service. Would definitely stay again
Dawn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was there for Ironman. It was a perfect location.
Rob, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and close to downtown. Free shuttle was great to avoid drinking and driving!
Anne, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Wifi problems

WiFi was down. Pool/spa closed for repairs.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location to downtown number of good restaurants and pubs to check out.
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the stay despite the blizzard.
Joseph Thomas, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Jordain, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious lobby
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great clean place to stay not very far from downtown. The beds were comfortable. The pool and fitness center were nice. The staff we encountered were very friendly. We would definitely stay there again!
Racquel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay!

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 Exceptional

The customer service was incredible! They messaged me on the app about my cot request and after finding it we’d arrive late, they had the pull out bed made and cot in the room. The breakfast was delicious! Perfect stop with family of 5!
Savannah, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not impressed

Beds were not very comfortable. Bathroom looked like it needed a deep cleaning. It did the trick for an overnight on the way to a wedding further north, but overall I wasn't very impressed.
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff!!!
Teresa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The employees were super nice. Location to downtown was good and they offer courtesy bus.
Kathleen, 1-night trip