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Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Urbandale with free airport shuttle and free local area shuttle
your current months are January, 2025 and February, 2025.
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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Front of property - evening/night
Bar (on property)
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

Explore the area

Map
4800 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA, 50322
  • Merle Hay Mall
    3 min drive
  • Drake University
    8 min drive
  • Val Air Ballroom
    9 min drive
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    36 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Parlour Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Parlour Room)

Suite, 1 King Bed (Parlour Room)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living and Dining Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living and Dining Area)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living and Dining Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living and Dining Area)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication Accessible)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living and Dining Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living and Dining Area)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living Area)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living and Dining Area)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Living and Dining Area)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility Roll-In Shower)

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Urbandale

At Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel you'll be 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Merle Hay Mall and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Urbandale hotel include Jordan Creek Town Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive
  • Drake University - 8 min drive
  • Val Air Ballroom - 9 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel

Hotel in Urbandale with free airport shuttle and free local area shuttle
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 15000 square feet (1394 square metres) and includes conference space. Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. An area shuttle within 2 mi and A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are free. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Urbandale hotel.

  • 198 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 15000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1394 sq. m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel offers 198 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 37-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Urbandale hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 mi
  • Area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • 15,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Weight limit: 50 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.
  • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 15 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 7 per night
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 7 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.
  • 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).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Hotel Moines Northwest
Holiday Inn Moines Northwest
Holiday Inn Hotel Moines Northwest Urbandale
Holiday Inn Moines Northwest Urbandale
Holiday Inn Hotel Suites Des Moines Northwest

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel 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 Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel?

As of 23 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel on 26 Dec 2024 start from AU$159.65, 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 Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel have a pool?

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a free airport shuttle, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel?

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

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 927 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 285 out of 927 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 927 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 927 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 927 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean great shower good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to interstate, food and gas nearby Check in through Expedia was easy, the booking desk attendant was friendly and very helpful Pool was a little chilly and no hot tub if that is your interest. We stayed overnight on trip to KC. Would stay again if the need arose
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Senad

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

adrienne

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

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Favorite place to stay in Des Moines, great location and cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Offered a free upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Terence

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Review said breakfast was provided as it is in the other holiday inn express that I have stayed at but it was not. Had I known this I would have booked a different hotel. Staff was not welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jon

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay.
The room was alot bigger in person, more room than we needed. The photos online must of been old, the bathroom has been updated. The staff was very friendly and on top of everything we asked for. Best part their are CAT FRIENDLY!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, clean hotel, easy parking, restaurant right next door! Awesome experience!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

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

10/10 Excellent

Hector manuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk personal was very nice and friendly for 12:30 at night. Room quiet . A little hard to find but would recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel is a bit warn, but very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fashanu

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Travelled with family
Very clean room. It’s just outdated and the water pressure was terrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdirahman

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024