Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Exterior
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Iowa State Capitol Building
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

In the heart of Des Moines, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Science Center of Iowa and Wells Fargo Arena. .This hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Iowa State Capitol Building.

What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Science Center of Iowa
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG offers 102 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Premium satellite television is provided. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and 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. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 102 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

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 cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • 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

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 590 out of 845 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 845 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 845 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 845 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 845 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Quick check in. Great explanation of hotel amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place to stay
Great service, the pool was kinda chilly ( but I like it warm). Clean rooms, clean building. The shower head needs to be drilled out to get a great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick trip!
Quick trip for a wedding. Stayed overnight.Front desk accommodated an early check in request. Everything was very satisfactory.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neatness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Holiday Inn Xpress & Suites great place to stay.
Great place to stay. Very clean and quiet. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The shuttle guy was great! Bed was a little hard it was alright
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lydia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay and no real complaints! Just had loud neighbors the first night that’s about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and helpful employees. Very clean and quiet. The hotel shuttle was such a nice benefit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay!
Great place to stay if you are going to a concert at the amphitheater! Close to a Starbucks and to a great pizza place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
Every thing was wonderful and staff was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flawless… the shuttle is a great benefit with free airport transport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamara

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Blue Grass

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for going to the ballpark and there were plenty of options for dining.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

ADam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Travelled with family
Friendly staff, transportation available, clean, cheerful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for a baseball game at principal stadium. Great service and even shuttled is back and forth to the game. For free
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD J

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024