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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Drake University

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Terrace/patio
Coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311
  • Drake University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 593 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

  • 493 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 493 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 493 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 493 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Drake stay.With a stay at this Drake hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Drake University and 2 miles (3 km) of Iowa Events Center. Casey's Center and Principal Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Principal Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3-star hotel near Drake University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2020
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

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.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of 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, 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay
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 Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay.

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

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

How close is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University to the airport?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is 5.6 mi (24-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offer free breakfast?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers free buffet breakfast on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have a pool?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University features an indoor pool.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University to downtown Des Moines?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is 2 mi away from Des Moines.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 687 out of 890 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 890 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 890 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 890 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 890 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Philip, irving

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

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

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our daughter goes to Drake so we love how close it is
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie, Torrance

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, breakfast was good and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean and spacious. Have great breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Warren

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I stayed here for four nights in April 2025. The first two days were nice. The second two were miserably bad. A happy dog in an adjacent room barked incessantly, and the front desk staff would not move them. I will never stay at a Home2Suites again. Beware.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything and everyone from start to finish was wonderful ... very kind My one complaint is, if someone is only saying 1 night.Why is housekeeping knocking on the door at nine in the morning??
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

joseph m

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaVern

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that the property was across the street from Drake University.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

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

2/10 Terrible

Rouhollah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Darrin, Chester

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

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location-across the street from Drake University
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet place to stay after a long day at dance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Izacc

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet. Across the street from Drake where we were visiting.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

sushil

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Logan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly, cheerful and very responsive to our needs, to the extent they could be.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

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

Nice place

We enjoyed our stay. The staff was friendly and we enjoyed their breakfast in the morning. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025