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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property

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A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.
Lobby
A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.
A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.
An indoor swimming pool with a blue and white color scheme, a lifeguard station, and seating areas with chairs and tables.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $161
$144 nightly
$161 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

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929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, EMC Expo Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(108 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a chair.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(36 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a blue armchair, a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bathtub, a framed picture of a building, a bedside table, and a bench.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, a lamp, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

With a stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, steps from Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. .This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from EMC Expo Center and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casey's Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Park Street Kitchen & Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers 155 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary 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. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and 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 155 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a vending machine.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river

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
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

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 AM
Contactless 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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

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

Property is also known as

Quality Event Des Moines
Quality Inn Event
Quality Inn Event Des Moines
Des Moines Quality Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines, Iowa
Quality Inn & Suites Event Hotel Des Moines
Quality Inn And Suites Event Center
Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Event Center
Comfort Inn Event Center Hotel Des Moines

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1007 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay, everyone was super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, breakfast was great and the staff was pleasant and accommodating. We had a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay again as usual!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Naoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to hear neighbors noises Staff was nice Breakfast was nice Great location to explore the town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Quiet. Comfortable bed. Super helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stanton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In town for Home show. Very walkable to event center and downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a great size and very clean. The staff was always friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was busy, there was plenty of food and staff. Front desk was warm and friendly. Parking was easy. Check in took 5 minutes. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms with great parking and good breakfast. Easily located downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dakota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an amazing stay: very clean, friendly service & great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MODESTO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent costumer service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very pleasant very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great breakfast, wonderful staff, and a great view of the capitol and the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff/clean room/ nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shadienise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025