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Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property

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2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served
Indoor pool, open 5 AM to midnight, pool loungers
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
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  • Free Wi-Fi
4.1 out of 5, Very good, 1,001 reviews
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Des Moines

Des Moines Marriott Downtown places you in the centre of Des Moines, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an indoor swimming pool and a 24-hour gym. .The buffet restaurant, Rock River Grill, is open for breakfast. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. 30100 square feet (2796 square metres) of event facilities include 16 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Downtown Des Moines hotel include Drake University and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Casey's Center - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Palmer’s Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Des Moines Athletic Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 16 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 30100 square feet (2796 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 413 guestrooms or units
  • 33 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 30100 sq ft of conference space
  • 2796 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1981
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers 413 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Des Moines hotel provides wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 14.95 per day)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Valet parking on site (USD 38 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 19 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • MASH + MARROW
  • Rock River Grill
  • The Market

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (30,100 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 33 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1981
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 19 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 14.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 38 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per day(322 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5 AM to midnight
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Marriott Hotel Moines
Marriott Moines
Residence Inn By Marriott Des Moines Downtown Iowa
Marriott Moines Hotel
Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel
Moines Marriott Downtown
Marriott Des Moines
Des Moines Marriott Des Moines
Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel
Des Moines Marriott Downtown Des Moines
Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Des Moines Marriott Downtown on 5 July 2026 start from AU$215, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Yep, Des Moines Marriott Downtown has valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 38 per day.

Does Des Moines Marriott Downtown have a pool?

Des Moines Marriott Downtown has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 5 AM to midnight.

What luxury perks are available at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Des Moines Marriott Downtown features a 24-hour health club, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with Frette Italian sheets, pillowtop beds and 24-hour room service.

What makes Des Moines Marriott Downtown a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Des Moines Marriott Downtown.

Is Des Moines Marriott Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Des Moines Marriott Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Des Moines Marriott Downtown serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is offered on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

No, Des Moines Marriott Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Des Moines Marriott Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
GREAT PLACE TO STAY
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Very nice room and nice shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Neil

Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great welcome and comfortable room
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely hotel. The staff was very kind, our room was very clean and comfortable and the beds were very cozy too! We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shirla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again

Wonderful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was an awesome hotel! We asked to be at a higher floor and celebrating our anniversary- they had great accommodations and it was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and the shuttle staff were very accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Massimo

Liked: Cleanliness
Tv don't working Elevator out of service for 4 hours because under maintenance The water shower was cold Shuttle to the airport is not free The food was cold and terrible taste The restaurant was closed The housekeeping service is great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, staff checking me in was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Amenities
Very nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay all around. I love Marriott and this property exceeded expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel to stay in for there’s Moines marathon! Half a mile from the start, very clean and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Blood soiled sheets in room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was my second stay there and I have no complaints at all!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ted D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well stocked. Good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026