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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Property class: 2.5

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A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites van parked in front of a hotel with a modern design, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.
A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $129
$115 nightly
$129 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15

Explore the area

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333 SW 11th St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A room with a blue sofa, a small table, a chair with a tray, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds (Additional Living Area)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Communications)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

2 Queen Standard

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

DOUBLE Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

In the heart of Des Moines, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG is within a 5-minute drive of Science Center of Iowa and Casey's Center. .This hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Iowa State Capitol Building.

What's nearby

  • Science Center of Iowa - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Principal Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mad Meatball - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Palmer’s Deli - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG offers 102 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Premium satellite television is provided. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and 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. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include 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 102 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a banquet hall.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with satellite premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 8 2026 to October 5 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

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

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 695 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy bed, great breakfast!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice flexible, staff, clean location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most attentive and helpful staff I have ever experienced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Very walkable to many different venues. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice breakfast wth good variety.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location, friendly staff, cool pool. Comfortable bed. Clean room. Parking included.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We especially enjoyed the hot hot tub and the truly friendly staff. Breakfast was great too. Everything was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff members were friendly and helpful. This was a pet friendly hotel and they were very welcoming to our dog. They even gave her a special treat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff clean room good breakfast great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the shuttle to and from restaurants/bars. Very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Nice location for downtown needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, Bill the shuttle driver was very nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We definitely will stay here again! The hotel is in a nice location downtown. The room was clean and well lit. The bedding was comfortable and the breakfast was very good. The staff was friendly and helpful. The only negative was that the room was a little humid. We couldn't seem to get the humidity out of the air. It wasn't uncomfortable enough to complain, but we would probably ask about it next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Amenities
Breakfast was great, all the staff was friendly and helpful. Great and safe location, clean and very comfortable rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MaryJean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great staying there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great front desk staff, all the areas were clean, working hot tub, breakfast and cleaning staff were very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, staff was courteous and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay as always!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was everything a person could ask for: very helpful staff and a clean environment. The only thing I can say, which the hotel cannot help, is that the walls are so thin. You can hear other doors opening and closing across the hallway. The people above us were very loud on our first night, but the second night was nice and quiet. I would stay at a Holiday Inn in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is new so everything is nice and clean. Cozy room and comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Great breakfast! Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

codi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service was wonderful. I came for surgery and they made sure I had everything I needed. The staff was wonderful .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
NA
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great value for the rate. A newer facility, friendly and helpful staff, nice amenities, good (healthy even!) breakfast, and free on-site parking. The room was clean and very comfortable. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026