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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
A buffet with labeled sections for omelets and cheese.
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July

Explore the area

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333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a colorful rug.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Des Moines

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG places you in the centre of Des Moines, within a 30-minute stroll of Science Center of Iowa and Casey's Center. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. A meeting room and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Free on-the-go breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .With a stay at this Downtown Des Moines hotel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Iowa State Capitol Building.

What's nearby

  • Science Center of Iowa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Principal Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mad Meatball - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Secret Admirer - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2016
  • To-go breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG offers 102 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 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.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown 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 Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?

As of 5 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG on 6 Jul 2026 start from NZ$273, 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.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, free on-the-go brekkie is available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 697 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the shuttle to and from restaurants/bars. Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, Bill the shuttle driver was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

Nice location for downtown needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff clean room good breakfast great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Amenities
Breakfast was great, all the staff was friendly and helpful. Great and safe location, clean and very comfortable rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is new so everything is nice and clean. Cozy room and comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Great breakfast! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great front desk staff, all the areas were clean, working hot tub, breakfast and cleaning staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great value for the rate. A newer facility, friendly and helpful staff, nice amenities, good (healthy even!) breakfast, and free on-site parking. The room was clean and very comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff were incredibly friendly. The wifi was a bit of a struggle to connect to but once connected it ran smoothly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay as always!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MaryJean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great staying there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, staff was courteous and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm stay and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub could have been hotter
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

DEREK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Internet was good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family stayed in the suite, was a great room, fit us all well. Staff was wonderful, very helpful and friendly. Hotel was clean and loved the area, will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and Bill the shuttle man was great!! And nice location to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bathroom needs some updating. Nice 2 mile radius courtesy shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pool seemed dingy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean great location check in was a breeze
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel and excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean place. Would’ve been nice if it was listed that the pool is under renovation (probably wouldn’t have stayed here)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Debbie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was rude... Hot didn't work.breakfast sucked..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026