Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
Hotel near Iowa Events Center in Des Moines

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Indoor pool
Fitness facility
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Buffet
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Breakfast included

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929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, EMC Expo Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Heart of Des Moines.A stay at this Downtown Des Moines hotel places you steps from Casey's Center and within a 5-minute walk of Iowa Events Center. EMC Expo Center and Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Casey's Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Principal Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Scopri - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hotel near Iowa Events Center in Des Moines
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free breakfast is available. The business-friendly Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 155 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers 155 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • 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 premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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 deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Quality Event Des Moines
Quality Inn Event
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Des Moines Quality Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines, Iowa
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Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Event Center
Comfort Inn Event Center Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

How close is Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center to the airport?

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is 5.9 mi (25-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 Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center on Nov 21, 2025 start from $96.65, 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 Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offer free breakfast?

Yes, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

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 Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

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

Is there free parking at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have a pool?

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center features an indoor pool.

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center to downtown Des Moines?

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center is 0.5 mi away from Des Moines.

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 598 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1059 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1059 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A no-nonsense hotel with a wonderful staff. Tremendous value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Clark

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great for us. So convenient to the event center. We used uber to go everywhere. No public transportation that was convenient. The breakfast was great! The kitchen staff was great and friendly. The front desk staff was helpful except one young lady who did not seem to care about anything or willing to help answer questions. The room was ok. But it smelled and the furniture everywhere in the hotel was old and stained or just worn out. For the price we paid I would have rather paid 20.00/night more and stayed where there is a lounge and nice gathering area. We have stayed at a lot of comfort inns, this one was a disappointment to say the least.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Micheal

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

Nice hotel for a decent price.

We stayed in a river view room, and it was beautiful. Photos are from the room. Highway noise wasn’t noticeable, and was nice to get around town quick
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

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

Drake University Football Camp

Very very nice. Awesome Lady in front Desk Caucasian 7/26/25 checked out 11:30am, she was awesome! Sorry I didn’t get her name. Very professional and friendly, she deserves a raise!!! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Richelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My room was fine but the hallway was musty and the carpet was gross. The place needs some brightening up.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

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

8/10 Good

Roger

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

excellent

Excellent location. Friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Will come back anytime

The staff was super friendly. The pool was a little chilly, so we didn’t stay long. The breakfast was great, the bed was very comfortable. The proximity to the Iowa Event Center was amazing. The parking was big big enough for our big pickup.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ari

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerod

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

arlene

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

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to other venues
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hallways looked to be middle of construction. Found a bug in room that looked like a tick. Room seemed to have a layer of dust.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ophelia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The building was very close to the freeway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff are very friendly. Everything was clean but could use some updating throughout! Breakfast was your typical continental with a few hot options that rotated during our stay. Beds are ok, they have tried to add mattress toppers but are still very firm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esther

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025