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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA
The price is £93 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£93
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"The location of the hotel was perfect, easy and free parking. Nearby to restaurants and coffee shops. The room was comfy and a nice size. Very clean. The staff was very friendly and accessible. I would stay again."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is £65 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£65
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,817 reviews)
"Yes"
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is £122 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£122
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,203 reviews)
"In our room, the smoke detector flashed brightly all night long which was of course only noticeable with the lights out. The handle on the shower door was wobbly and should have been noticed by cleaning staff. The room design was odd. There was a Keurig-style coffee maker in the room which was snugged ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is £64 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£64
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (894 reviews)
"I thought the property was disgusting. Stained carpet. Left over food by the pool left out all night. While eating in the restaurant a mouse ran by us into the kitchen. The floor in the shower in my room was so slick I had to put a towel down so i didnt fall. We were told by the manager of the restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
207 Crocker Street Des Moines IA
The price is £78 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£78
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (463 reviews)
"We arrived after 1am and unfortunately Hotels.com only allows to book based on date, meaning because it was after midnight, we technically couldn't check-in til 3pm and it was 1am. Fortunately, the front desk worked with us and found an open room and accommodated our night stay. This was during the ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
5505 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £93 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£93
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,067 reviews)
"Check in was odd. Desk person loud and did not offer info. Just kept asking questions, like ifknew when breakfast was. I said no, and had to ask where it would be served, where elevators were, wifi connection... 😒"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Drake
Find the best Drake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in town.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
