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Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Wells Fargo Arena

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Exterior
Meeting facility
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service

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101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Principal Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, Netflix

Basic Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 540 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, Netflix

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

  • 541 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, Netflix

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

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 540 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Room, 2 Double Beds, Corner

  • 543 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Suite, 1 King Bed (Wellness, In-room air purification)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 540 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1098 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Suite, 2 Double Beds (Wellness, In-room air purification)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 540 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, Netflix

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, Netflix

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

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, View

Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Room, 1 King Bed, View

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Custom)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Custom)

  • 540 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

37-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Smart TV, Netflix

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

  • 530 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines stay.At this Downtown Des Moines hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Walnut Street Bridge. Wooly's and Des Moines Civic Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Civic Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Principal Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Iowa Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fongs Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beechwood Lounge - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5-star hotel near Wells Fargo Arena
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. 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 center and meeting rooms. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 234 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1990
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offers 234 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
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Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van 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

Things to do

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

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
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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 available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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)
  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. 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).

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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Des Moines Embassy Suites
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown to the airport?

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is 5.8 mi (26-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown on Jul 6, 2025 start from $118.15, excluding 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 Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offer free breakfast?

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown offers free full breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown have a pool?

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown to downtown Des Moines?

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is 0.1 mi away from Des Moines.

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 553 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1116 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles R Vaughn

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom floor was very dirty and looked like it hadn’t been scrubbed in the corners for long time. Room seemed outdated and older but nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family trip for concert, bonus paddy’s parade

Our stay was wonderful and met the standard of what we know as embassy suites. Hats off to Richard who was so friendly and thoughtful. We enjoyed talking with him. We saw him often enough he showed actual interest in our trip. Nice talking with you! Thank you embassy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sadie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 5 years ago and had an excellent experience. They have not updated anything since then. The porcelain on the tub was worn off, the odor in the pool area was so foul it was hard to enjoy swimming, the “appetizers” were crackers, chips/salsa, cheese cubes and fruit and the plates to get food were not clean. There was no staff around to ask for clean plates. The rooms are dated and not consistent with other hotels at this price/reputation. I was incredibly disappointed and wish we would have stayed somewhere newer rather than thinking we would have the same experience we had in the past here. There is construction directly around the property. Not the hotels fault, just FYI to future hotel guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

marcia

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda

Nightmare booking

Worst experience ever attempting to book a hotel. I put in an online booking through Hotels.com. I discovered I had entered some incorrect dates. I called Hotels.com and they told me I should contact the Hotel to fix it. I called the Hotel and the girl I spoke to said, "No problem, we'll take care of it". I thanked her profusely. The next day I received an email listing my stay incorrectly. I called the Hotel back and discovered only one room had been updated, the other had been canceled and I was charged for a no-show! A rude woman claiming to be working at the front desk (that I could barely understand) belittled me and argued with me. I was so frustrated with her, that I asked to speak to her manager and she left and then returned, pretending to be management. By then I was so upset, I raised my voice and she began yelling at me! I ended up canceling both bookings and I will never stay at this hotel again. Pleased I found a new place in time for my event.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Harmon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Christina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was a collection of disappointments. Check in was chaotic, but I understand they were busy. Our room was less than clean. We found a USED air filter tucked behind the TV. We were looking behind the TV because the TV was not working and we were trying to determine if it was plugged in. It was, we just had 6 channels to choose from. We then tried to call down to get some blankets sent up because the bed were SUPER small and we needed to use the pull out. We quickly realized the phone did not work. At all. We then tried the QR code next to the phone that is supposed to be used for service. We requested the blankets and waited. After 45 minutes, we went down to the front desk and were told they would send some up. We waited another 45 minutes and nothing. They never showed up. We found random garbage in the dresser drawers and behind the pull out. I really wish we had not even tried to use the pull out. And do not get me started on the thermostat/air conditioning/heater. There seem to be two options, tropic or frigid. And the hotel does not have a stairwell that can be used for bypassing the elevator. We thought it was just us not finding the correct stairwell, but no, the front desk confirmed. You are stuck using the elevator. Which is fine when the hotel is not overrun.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The temperature of the room was a bit warm and we couldn't get it lower, so we didn't sleep well. Also we were disappointed to find that the shampoo and conditioner bottles in the shower were empty. Also the pool water didn't smell great and made our swimming suits stink which made the room stink.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jayna

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dianna

There were children running down the hallway all night, long screaming even at midnight.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory, Remsen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location for my son and I. We were a few minutes from Lutheran Hospital. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the breakfast was not great, just ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was nice and clean and near Wells Fargo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi

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

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025