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Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free airport shuttle, a quick walk to Iowa Events Center

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Exterior
Indoor pool
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace
Exterior
Fitness facility

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Explore the area

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1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Drake University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG puts you in the heart of Des Moines, within just a 10-minute stroll of Iowa Events Center and Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Genevieve Restaurant, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cityscape Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with dinner. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool and gym. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Downtown Des Moines hotel include Casey's Center and Des Moines Civic Center.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Casey's Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Drake University - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Principal Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northern Vessel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Hotel with free airport shuttle, a quick walk to Iowa Events Center
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 8999 square feet (836 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free at scheduled times.

This 3-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 251 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • 8999 sq ft of conference space
  • 836 sq. m of conference space
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers 251 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cityscape Lounge
  • Genevieve Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 8,999 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

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 available for USD 11.20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay

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 buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 10.95 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 11.20 per night

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 affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

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

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area
Holiday Inn Mercy
Holiday Inn Mercy Hotel
Holiday Inn Mercy Hotel Downtown Area
Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Hotel Des Moines
Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Hotel
Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG on 20 Sept 2025 start from NZ$236.15, including 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 Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG has an indoor pool.

What makes Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM at scheduled times.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1002 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Whitney

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Can’t control AC in the room so it just stayed hot. Also no housekeeping when requested. All in the name of being eco-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacoby

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

8/10 Good

Molly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Staff & service
Parking was limited as the parking lot connected was shut down. The hotel was outdated and was okay for cleanliness. Smelled like smoke in the hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh

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

10/10 Excellent

T

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i love it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jillian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Service was good and employees were very friendly. The room was outdated but clean. The hotel parking lot is across the street. There didn’t appear to be many guests staring at the hotel. Very quiet. You get what you pay for, but it did the job.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
We didn’t feel the cost we paid lived up to the accommodations we received
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mikayla, Wheatland

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking lot/garage has been broken for a year, and when things like pride festival and ironman competitions. Parking is near impossible for all guest, at the hotel! It has apparently been in dire need of repairs for over a year. Not to mention the state of the bathroom, the lack of a microwave, and while the hotel had been advertise by google to have a hot tub, they did not.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had to park offsite due to structural issues with garage. Room door hard time closing. Room key stopped working multiple times. Smoke alarm going off while taking a shower. Outside window had a hard time closing. A/c couldn’t keep up consistently running trying to cool from 70s- 68. Shower was extra slippery almost fell twice. Room was very small and crammed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is outdated, dark, and needs a remodel or be torn down. It is located by a hospital and was noisy from frequent ambulance and helicopter traffic. Staff did not acknowledge or welcome new guests. Busy on the work phone or on personal phone- watching videos with loud volume. Breakfast buffet is not fresh food and not included in lodging expense. Pool area does not have a hot tub, is an added on building, very loud acoustics, and not relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very outdated room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Aliciah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk staff was not friendly. Communication was not good. Breakfast staff was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ben

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sabrina

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel wasn’t great. Bad location. Charged way more than what I was supposed to be and we left the room in good condition.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jorden

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

paige

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Misty

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No place to park specially as a wheelchair. User first room key lock difnt work had to move second room AC didnt work properly tv didnt work room connected kept us u0 most of night
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok

This was a quick 1 night stay for me and my 3 family members in one room. The bed was comfortable and the room was pretty clean. The room is starting to show wear on the carpet and in the bathroom. The air conditioning was very subpar. Knowing it was 85 outside and that we would have 4 people sleeping there, we turned the room temp down before dinner. When we returned later, there was no change. We adjusted it again, but had a pretty stuffy and humid night and morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jordan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean but dated, staff was friendly, breakfast was not included with the initial cost per room, price was a little high for the amenity's offered at this location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025