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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
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Exterior
Exterior
Indoor pool, sun loungers
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
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • 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
The current price is $167
includes taxes & fees
$149 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3

Room options

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

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

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

Rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

Highlights

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

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Exterior

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,001 reviews
The price is $147
includes taxes & fees
$131 per night
Mar 18 - Mar 19
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Hy Vee Hall - 3 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 3 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 4 min drive
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 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 Wells Fargo Arena 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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 fire extinguisher, 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.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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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.

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 13-minute walk from 801 Grand 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

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Overall great stay
Check-in was quick, staff was very friendly, breakfast was great and they had tons of options, pool and hot tub were good size and the kids loved playing in them. Only thing they could improve would be the beds
Molly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for a quick stop on a road trip. Great choice, and dog friendly!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Holiday Inn Xpress & Suites great place to stay.
Great place to stay. Very clean and quiet. Very friendly staff.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and Spacious!!
This hotel is very clean. Staff was very friendly. Hot tub and pool clean and relaxing. Definitely would stay here again. Starbucks in walking distance.
Samantha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Jordain, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay
Great service, the pool was kinda chilly ( but I like it warm). Clean rooms, clean building. The shower head needs to be drilled out to get a great shower.
Carry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Every thing was wonderful and staff was awesome
Rachel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay!
Great place to stay if you are going to a concert at the amphitheater! Close to a Starbucks and to a great pizza place!
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quick trip!
Quick trip for a wedding. Stayed overnight.Front desk accommodated an early check in request. Everything was very satisfactory.
Rosa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was perfect for going to the ballpark and there were plenty of options for dining.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Neatness
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful employees. Very clean and quiet. The hotel shuttle was such a nice benefit.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, transportation available, clean, cheerful
Dana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a great stay and no real complaints! Just had loud neighbors the first night that’s about it.
Lydia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The shuttle guy was great! Bed was a little hard it was alright
Mickala, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was quiet, the check in was quick and the staff was accommodating.
Geri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Flawless… the shuttle is a great benefit with free airport transport.
mary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, large room, good shower & bed
Vicki, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was clean staff was polite. Good breakfast
Geri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New place in a new mostly-residential area. Close to downtown, very nice comfortable room
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The receptionist at the front desk was as pleasant as anyone can be.
Dan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was great. He was wonderful and very helpful.
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended
Quiet rooms and very clean. Good breakfast and located close to everything in the downtown area.
Erin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and small good and nice
ali, 1-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"Definitely a quiet stay and an amazing pool with a jacuzzi."
Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM