Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Drake University

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Exterior
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Coffee/tea maker
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr

Explore the area

Map
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311
  • Drake University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • City view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University places you steps from Drake University and within a 10-minute stroll of Knapp Center. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Drake hotel include Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa State Fairgrounds.

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hy Vee Hall - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Drake University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2020
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation is furnished with double sofa beds. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per stay
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay
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 Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay 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

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

As of 10 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University on 13 Apr 2025 start from AU$183.97, 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 Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Yep, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University has a free self car park.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have a pool?

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University has an indoor pool.

Is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is a hit with families.

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

No, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 607 out of 791 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 791 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 791 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 791 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 791 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Home2Suites is my go-to location when traveling East/West. Top notch location, walkable for most needs (coffee shops, groceries, pharmacy, etc.), updated TV with access to most streaming services, good amenities, quiet , …
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

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

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Naruemon

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often for work and always enjoy my stay. It’s clean, quiet, and the staff is always super friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Accommodations were also good. Parking was plentiful. Only bad thing was there are no vents in the bathrooms. You can smell everything from the opposite bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

KAYODE

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Breakfast was great. Room was very clean and bed and pillows very comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and helpful. Room was nice and roomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas, Chicago

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

10/10 Excellent

Norris

Clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and check out was super easy. The rooms were clean and quiet. The breakfast in the morning was great as well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jerome

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The girls at the front desk were wonderful! Very accommodating to any issues. The breakfast was fantastic, and the staff made sure nothing ever ran out. We will definitely be back again. The only issue we had was our card did not work one night to get in the side door So we had to go around the building to the front. We went to the desk and had them fix the cards, but when we get up to the third floor of the cards, didn’t work to get into a room and had to go back down again. But the staff member was very nice and came upstairs and made sure we got into our room. All in all great place to stay, wonderful staff fantastic breakfast,
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay at this hotel all the time when I am visiting my family in Des Moines. I love the suite style rooms, and the location is excellent in the nice walkable Drake area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Sammamish

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms in quiet location. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, excellent hotel
Loved our short stay, clean and comfortable. Friendly staff, great breakfast and coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie A

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024