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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

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

Room options

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

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

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • 300 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, Bathtub (Roll-In Shower)

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

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

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

Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Guest Room With 2 Queen Beds-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Mobility Accessible With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Studio Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible One Bedroom King Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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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 Temple Theater 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
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Centro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ritual Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Proudfoot & Bird - ‬1 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.

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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

  • 32-inch 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Nov 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton on Dec 4, 2025 start from $143.5, 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.