Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Lobby
Lobby
Meeting facility
Dinner served

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

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101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(62 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Custom)

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

Two-Room Suite with Pure Wellness and 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite With 2 Double Beds And Mobility/Hearing Accessible Roll In Shower-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

2 Room Governors Suite-1 King Bed-Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 King Bed/2 Bath President Ste-Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Room Corner Suite-1 King Bed-Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two-Room Suite With 1 King Bed-Pure Wellness

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 King Pure Suite Mobility/Hearing Access Tub

  • Sleeps 4

2 Room Suite With 2 Double Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Room Corner Suite With 2 Double Beds-Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

1 Kg Ste Mobility/Hearing Access Tub No Smok

  • Sleeps 4

2 Dbl 1 Bdrm Ste Mobility/Hearing Access Tub Ns

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two-Room King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite With River View

  • Sleeps 4

Premium King Suite

  • Sleeps 4

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Des Moines

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown places you steps from Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater and within a short 5-minute stroll of World Food Prize Hall of Laureates. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a complimentary breakfast. .The restaurant, Liberty's, is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include a 24-hour gym, a free manager's reception and Wi-Fi in public areas. 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 Casey's Center and Drake University.

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
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Iowa Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fong's Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Scenic Route Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Up-Down - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 11 square feet (1 square metres) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 234 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 1 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1990
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offers 234 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Des Moines hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 37-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per night)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per night)

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per night)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Liberty's

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 8 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1990
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 37-inch smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 in-room wireless Internet: USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 38.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10.00 per night(250 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton) guidelines.

We should mention

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown on 17 May 2026 start from AU$203, 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 Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Yep, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 38.00 per night.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown have a pool?

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.

Is Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is a hit with families.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown serve breakfast?

You bet, our visitors love the free full breakfast here! Offered weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

No, Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is outdated. House keeping kept bugging us, the knocked multiple times each day to check if we were in the room because they thought we were checking out and no one was in the room. There was no body wash, we asked for body wash, they gave us hand soap. When we checked in the lady said valet was $18/day, valet said it was $30/day. We opted to find our own parking. For an out dated hotel with no parking, we would have stayed somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful like always
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ii
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer Service and Breakfast buffet!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Camissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like the parking situation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Paulette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was in good condition and everything was fine except for the temperature was way too hot in the room all night and could not be regulated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

RUSS

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jason

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast usually made to order and nice to have snacks at night with a couple drinks… Really enjoyed ourselves. Nye was at the front desk and always had a great smile on her face and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very dated. Thick dirty dust on vents and some of light bulbs. Musty smell in room and pillows. When we first entered the room it was very hot. Air conditioner not working. Maintenance had to come to room and switch on the cool air. I will not stay at this hotel again due to the lack of cleanliness in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Derek

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room was slightly dirty. Breakfast is very nice. Check-in was frustrating - they make you download the app and create an account for digital check-in to "skip the desk." Did all of that and then they told me I had to check in at the desk, ha.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
How nice the checking lady was easy parking across the street wasn't too bad
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was great. Friendly employees. I love the live plants all over the hotel. It was my goes birthday and she had a blast with her friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Dated. Could be a little cleaner around the bed, touch up paint on walls and dust the picture frames. Carpet grayed where it meets the tile. Breakfast on the buffett was cold but the fresh omelets were awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was outstanding. With our 10 grandchildren with us, the staff was patient and very helpful! From the front desk, the pool staff and the cleaning crew, they all slowed down to talk with the kids and made them feel welcome as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Service was friendly. Family friendly atmosphere. Great location to fun things to do in down town, we had a great stay! We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and quiet rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was very friendly, the breakfast and evening reception were exceptional.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025