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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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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 hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.
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 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 WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $123
$110 nightly
$123 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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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

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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
(94 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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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
(13 reviews)
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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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)
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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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
(70 reviews)
  • 416 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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
(96 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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 wired internet

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 wired internet

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 wired internet

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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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)
  • 593 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

With a stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University in Des Moines (Drake), you'll be steps from Drake University and a 4-minute drive from Iowa Events Center. .This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Casey's Center and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Principal Park.

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Knapp Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Degollado - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Habanero’s - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/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 daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 124 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 40-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • 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 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 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

2 total pets

Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
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

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

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. 788 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation i always stay here when in town!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in great room friendly staff and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. rooms were clean and comfortable. It was an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location for my leadership classes at Drake plus central to get to several local spots for a brewery or good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Excellent facility. We were 7 families and we enjoyed pur entire stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is excellent if you are needing to go to Drake or pretty much anywhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful and a great room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Wonderful experience during State Track meet. Highly recommend as it is right next to the Drake Campus
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay here. Everything in the room was great and the staff is very nice and helpful. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brittly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to escape by far
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Castine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I don't care for the pets but that's just me
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was the cleanest I have stayed at, all of the staff were friendly and helpful. Parking was great since they give you a parking pass. Checking in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! Very clean and spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyca

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

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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