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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free airport shuttle, a quick walk to Iowa Events Center

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Enjoy a panoramic city view from this modern dining area with round and square tables and comfortable seating.
Experience the perfect blend of modern and traditional architecture at this stylish hotel.
Two single beds with white linens and matching pillows, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp and clock.
Relax by the pool surrounded by a tranquil atmosphere and comfortable lounge seating.
Work out in a serene environment with a city view, featuring treadmills, elliptical trainers, and a rowing machine.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

Map
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Drake University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG puts you in the heart of Des Moines, within just a 10-minute stroll of Iowa Events Center and Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Genevieve Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cityscape Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with dinner. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool and gym. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Des Moines hotel include Casey's Center and Des Moines Civic Center.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Casey's Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Drake University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Principal Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Fort - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bud Zone - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Hotel with free airport shuttle, a quick walk to Iowa Events Center
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 8999 square feet (836 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free at scheduled times.

This 3-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 251 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 8999 sq ft of conference space
  • 836 sq. m of conference space
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers 251 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cityscape Lounge
  • Genevieve Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 8,999 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

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 11.20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 10.95 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.20 per night

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • 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

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area
Holiday Inn Mercy
Holiday Inn Mercy Hotel
Holiday Inn Mercy Hotel Downtown Area
Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Hotel Des Moines
Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

As of 26 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG on 18 Aug 2025 start from AU$230.02, 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.

Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG has an indoor pool.

What makes Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 422 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 1015 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1015 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff pleasent, pool area had ants and not a safe area for kids, parking was horrible with the construction, and the air conditioning in the room wouldnt work properly. Clean room, working tv, noisey from highway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the thing that was weird for me was they couldn't give a receipt for my stay or the charges to my room i made. Otherwise the night staff was awesome, very helpful. The girl during the day was less helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You have to Park across the street, in a satellite lot, have to cross a busy street, and then walk across what used to be the hotel parking lot. The cooling unit was not working properly, so the room was warm. The noise in the hallway was obnoxious. The kicker was NO hot water to the room, tried to call the front desk 3 times and no answer. Finally discovered the plumbing to the sink and bathtub was backwards, hot turned on the cold and cold turns on the hot. While leaving complained to the front desk and was told “okay”.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lots of rooms but rooms need an updating!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's close to downtown and the big Hospitals.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

lori

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Payton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place if you have someone staying at Mercy1 hospital!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Transportation was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

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

4/10 Poor

Zach

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Don’t expect to swim
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gregory

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
No parking close. Noisy by the interstate.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Luke

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a block from the hotel with noasaistance
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Run down but close to the hospital

We stayed because we had an early surgery the next day at the children's hospital, which the 2 minute drive was really easy to navigate to. The room was kind of falling apart - the secondary lock on the door was hanging on by half the screws, and very loose, the shower fixture was broken, and the vents in the shower were super dusty. I was up every hour thinking someone was going to break it, but that's probably just my paranoia. The pool did not have steps going into it, so it was difficult for my young son or anyone with disabilities to get in and out (there was a ladder). The pool temp was nice & warm, but the pool room was freezing! The lobby "bar" didn't allow children under 18 in after 8pm (even though there was not a single person there, and my son was well behaved on a tablet) so we had to visit with our local friends in the lobby. But it is what it is. Also, the parking lot was closed for renovations, so we had to park in the lot behind the hotels lot. That would have been nice to know prior to arrival. Overall, great location if you are going to Mercy, but I wouldn't stay there with my family again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025