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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property

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Dinner served
Lobby
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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One King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(134 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch TV with cable channels

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bathtub (Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Roll-In Shower)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 King Bed Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

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1 King Bed Mobility Accessible with Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

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2 Queen Beds Mobility Accessible With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

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1 King One Bedroom Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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2 QUEEN MOBILITY ACCESSIBLE W/ROLL IN SHOWER

  • Sleeps 4

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Lobby

1 King Bed Mobility Accessible W/Roll In Shwr

  • Sleeps 2

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1 Kg 1 Bdrm Ste Mobility/Hearing Access Ri Shwr

  • Sleeps 2

Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Guest Room With 2 Queen Beds-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Mobility Accessible With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Studio Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible One Bedroom King Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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1 King Bed Corner Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 King Bed Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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2 Queen Beds Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

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2 Queen Beds Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a health club and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and valet parking. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton offers 234 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Temple Theater. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a gym.
  • Free WiFi
  • Options for a bite to eat or a relaxing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a business centre and meeting rooms
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Casey's Center and a few minutes from Drake University
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A health club, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Proudfoot & Bird – This fine-dining restaurant only serves dinner.
Hobnob Coffee & Wine Bar – This coffee shop specialises in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
In Confidence Speakeasy – On-site bar. Open selected days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 44 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hobnob Coffee & Wine Bar
  • In Confidence Speakeasy
  • Proudfoot & Bird

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (109 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1919
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 44 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per day(20 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

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
This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
This property has a strict no-smoking policy. Violators will be subject to penalties (USD 250).
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

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Fort Des Moines
Fort Hotel
Hotel Fort
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Iowa
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Curio Collection
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Des Moines

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 941 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1124 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property! The staff was extremely helpful. The room and bathroom were very nice. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a fabulous place! So much detail in everything. The rooms were spotless, and bathrooms were so clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful! Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was professional and so friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Randy J

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denise, Waukee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and comfortable designed very nicely, check-in was easy. We felt secure and it was very nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ron

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel from top to bottom, friendly staff, and great food!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor with an amazing staff
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Neal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theric

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abram

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard L

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always an excellent choice. Our room was gorgeous. Breakfast was fantastic. Christmas get away was better because of this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abram

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, friendly staff, great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025