Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Bathroom
Lobby
Exterior
Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June

Explore the area

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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

1 King Pure Suite Mobility/Hearing Access Tub

  • Sleeps 4

2 Room Corner Suite-1 King Bed-Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Room Governors Suite-1 King Bed-Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 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
(23 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

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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

  • Wooly's - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 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
  • ‪The Blazing Saddle - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Scenic Route Bakery - ‬4 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 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown on 21 June 2026 start from AU$207, 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. 527 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 1007 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, good breakfast, kids enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional! We loved our stay!! Great Hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was nice, great snacks and cocktail hour
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacklyn J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming checkin staff! Hotel could use some updating but kept clean!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and quiet rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious with microwave and coffee maker. Happy hour with snacks and omlets cooked to order for breakfast were nice surprises. Gym is small but adequate. Location is excellent, walking distance to downtown and to the Capitol.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean. Cocktail hour was fun.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ANDREW Scott BRESALIER

Staff was very nice, especially those who checked us in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very nice😀. Loved our room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay. great breakfast. great 530 7 happy hour great bartenders!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

scott

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
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer Service and Breakfast buffet!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, inexpensive parking across the street, very friendly and welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding staff, food and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hot breakfast options was amazing, it was made fresh and with a good variety every day
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Staff & service
Hotel needs updated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful like always
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carroll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place for visiting the city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location beautiful lobby large room. Friendly staff. Easy parking
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025