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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property

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An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.
A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.
A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.
A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Knapp Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a television.

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a window.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a couch, and a TV.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a nightstand, and a window.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, ottoman, and a bed.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a TV.

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

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

View all photos for Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, ottoman, and a bed.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

A hotel room with a desk, chair, sofa, ottoman, and a bed.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

An indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers.

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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Drake University. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Drake University and a 4-minute drive from Iowa Events Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served 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.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

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 - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

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 accommodation (varies based on length of 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 790 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1008 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Delvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here twice and both times I have not been disappointed. Great location to the river walk and eateries.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff was helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay , staff was very accommodating!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

My stay was very pleasant. I enjoyed my clean quiet spacious room and the friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location for downtown activities. Easy to locate and access. Exceptional accommodations and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Breakfast was excellent. Staff were wonderful. Tammy in the breakfast area was nice. We enjoyed her and the food. Front desk staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was exceptional! Very clean, comfortable, and well appointed! Highly recommend a stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shantel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean! Quiet! Affordable! Staff was amazing and they have Breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Other than a barking dog and loud guests in the hall, we had no complaints. Clean, comfortable bed…..it was great to stay the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect location for visiting Drake University.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay. Very clean. Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Rooms, pool and awesome breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and super kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accomodating and friendly. The room was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

deva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice room and clean and the bed was very comfy and nice after long day driving
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in every way!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and very helpful. Location very convenient to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing and staff were very welcome and friendly! Hope to stay here more often in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alyca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, very nice staff, loved that my dog was welcome there. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for activities at Drake
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

melisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and spacious the staff was wonderful and very caring!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenden

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, courteous staff, good breakfast selection, appreciative of the fitness center
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and hotel was very clean, staff were friendly, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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