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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Casey's Center

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Principal Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(113 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines stay.A stay at this Downtown Des Moines hotel places you steps from The Temple for Performing Arts and within a 5-minute walk of Western Gateway Park. 801 Grand and Des Moines Public Library are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Casey's Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Principal Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Vibes Kitchen & bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5-star luxury hotel near Casey's Center
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A health club, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 234 guestrooms or units
  • 11 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1919
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton offers 234 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (USD 36 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 36 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

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 uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

This property has a strict no-smoking policy. Violators will be subject to penalties (USD 250).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fort Des Moines
Fort Hotel
Hotel Fort
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Iowa
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Curio Collection
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton to the airport?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is 5.2 mi (16-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 Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

As of Aug 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton on Aug 24, 2025 start from $139.4, 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 Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 20 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 40 per night.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton have a pool?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton to downtown Des Moines?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is 0.7 mi away from Des Moines.

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 827 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James, Tampa

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was dirty. Bathroom was dirty. Room made a humming noise all night. Room service breakfast was messed up twice. Eggs barely cooked. Air conditioning didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN, BLOOMINGTON

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
unique property and good service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cicely, Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

cicely, Fort Worth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check-in process was very easy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Beautiful but not without a hitch

Beautiful facility but we had multiple reservations. I previously had to cancel 1 room out of the 4 ..... the one for our bride and groom. I went down to pay for it and it had been canceled along with the ONE room we had asked to cancel. Long story short.... the young man working the check-in (starts with E) was looking for another room and I said they'd have to book us a different room for our bride and groom and he said "we have lots of bride and groom's and yours is not my problem". I stayed calm and not loud but I was furious with this attitude. THEY canceled our room in error
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property with great historic relevance
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

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

10/10 Excellent

Shellie

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the hotel on many occasions and have always found it to be great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great! Would come again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the rooms- not sure on the smell of wood smoke though out everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is beautiful and the staff has been wonderful both times we’ve stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such a nice property with amazing amenities. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soni

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was old, charming and in excellent condition. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The bed was comfortable and quiet. There were many restaurants with in walking distance. We are coming over to Hilton Honors from being IHG members for sometime, the IHG hotels are becoming expensive and rundown. We find Hilton Honors hotels to be lovely and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

Besutiful and unexpected find in Des Moines

We stopped after a long day on the road. The hotel was recently beautifully refurbished, the bartender was friendly, and the beds were luxurious. Breakfast coffee and croissant the next morning was just the right touch. And parking was right out the front door. Definitely will make a point of stopping on our way through in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025