Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown
101 East Locust Street
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2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
2 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Price and location”
“Location was great and our room we had was on the corner”
“Breakfast was picked up before the time it was supposed to be”
“The breakfast was great”
“Wonderful hotel with great staff”
“Location downtown Staff very friendly Pillows were good”
“view from the room”
“The only part was nice it was the main entrance but other than that we get but u…”
“breakfast was very good, staff are friendly, clean and good location”
Overview
Overlooking the Des Moines River and situated in the heart of the city centre, this all-suite hotel is moments from attractions and features spacious accommodations and a free nightly reception. Popular points of interest, including the Iowa State Capitol, Wells Fargo Arena and Blank Park Zoo can all be found close to the Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown. The corporate offices of Wells Fargo, Deloitte and many more are also situated nearby. The Des Moines Downtown Embassy Suites features a variety of thoughtful amenities, such as wireless internet access and on-site dining options. Guests at the hotel can also take advantage of the free daily cooked-to-order breakfast as well as the state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Traveller reviews
Sahil
solo_traveller
June 19, 2026
Price and location
Pieter
couple
April 28, 2026
“fine for a stop over, nothing to get excited about”
view from the room
Darcy
extended_group
January 19, 2026
“I wouldn't stay or recommend it to anyone else”
Breakfast was picked up before the time it was supposed to be. Couldn't even get coffee at 8:45...
Guest
extended_group
October 9, 2025
“I wouldn't stay or recommend it to anyone else”
Breakfast was picked up before the time it was supposed to be. Couldn't even get coffee at 8:45...
tierney
couple
April 11, 2025
“Wonderful”
Wonderful hotel with great staff
poua
family_with_children
December 8, 2024
Location was great and our room we had was on the corner. Room was very spacious since it was just the hubby and I. Right close by to the highway.
poua
couple
July 16, 2024
The location was great. Close to highways. When we arrived, the outside looked small but the inside was big and beautiful.
lisa
family_with_children
November 30, 2023
“Sadly, won’t stay here again based on the poor status of the beds along”
Location downtown Staff very friendly Pillows were good
Judith
extended_group
October 18, 2023
“The personnel were great. The location was great. The breakfast and evening social were great.”
The breakfast was great
Dhawi
extended_group
September 5, 2023
breakfast was very good, staff are friendly, clean and good location
Nichole
family_with_children
July 19, 2023
“Never again!”
I think the location is great but that is all
Greg
family_with_children
July 15, 2023
“Suited our needs for family of 6. Enjoyed our stay. Kids had fun.”
Food was good. Pool was good but a little too much chloride
Isaiah
couple
June 24, 2023
“Great time great staff great breakfast”
Breakfast was amazing
Charlene
family_with_children
June 12, 2023
“Staff, Location and warm, freshly made breakfast was great. Hotel requires some TLC.”
Location, location, location - plus free parking on all the bridges around the hotel. Daily complimentary drinks 5.30-7.30 pm and a choice of freshly made breakfast options daily.
Bethany
family_with_children
March 16, 2023
“Great service”
Food was great. No toilet paper! No housekeeping!
Werklund
couple
February 15, 2023
Nada...never again
Arnulfo
family_with_children
September 7, 2022
The only part was nice it was the main entrance but other than that we get but unpleasant surprise when arrive in the room it was duty every were carpet so nasty and the air vent was about to fail off and literally can see all the dust was released of that unfortunately my kids was in shock when they saw how bud was the smell like cigarettes in berry old abandoned room so we decided to cancel the reservation of the hotel because it was supposed to be a good vacation not a nightmare for my family
George
solo_traveller
May 28, 2022
“Considerate and professional”
Staff were very considerate when I had to make changes to my reservation
Sophie
family_with_children
April 15, 2022
Very family oriented, loved the waterfalls.
Brianna
family_with_children
May 22, 2021
The location and view and the bed
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Activities
Indoor pool (all year), Indoor pool, Fitness centre, Fitness
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast options, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Lift
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Salt-water pool, Pool/beach towels
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Digital key access
Services
Shuttle service, Pet bowls, Shuttle service (free), Daily housekeeping, Express check-in/check-out, 24-hour front desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Business centre, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities
Corner Suite with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
Featuring a living room with an additional queen sofa bed, this suite boasts a 37-inch flat-screen TV, dining area, and microwave, fridge, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
Double Suite - Wellness Allergy Friendly
This suite has a microwave, an air purification system and aromatherapy pillow spray. Includes coconut water and a healthy snack. Pets are not allowed in this room.
Governors King Suite - Non-Smoking
Featuring free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. The spacious suite features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.
King Corner Suite with City View - Non-Smoking
Featuring a living room with an additional queen sofa bed, this suite boasts a 37-inch flat-screen TV, dining area, and microwave, fridge, and tea and coffee-making facilities.
King Suite with Accessible Tub - Mobility and Hearing Access/Non-Smoking
This suite offers hearing- and mobility-accessible amenities, including an adapted bathroom with safety grab bars, visual alarm system and notification devices for the doorbell, door knock and incoming telephone calls.
King Suite with River View - Non-Smoking
Spacious suite with river view, seating area, microwave and refrigerator.
Pure Wellness King Suite
This suite has a microwave, an air purification system and aromatherapy pillow spray. Includes coconut water and a healthy snack. Pets are not allowed in this room.
Suite with Two Double Beds - Mobility and Hearing Access/Non-Smoking
This suite offers hearing- and mobility-accessible amenities, including an adapted bathroom with safety grab bars, visual alarm system and notification devices for the doorbell, door knock and incoming telephone calls.
Suite with Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
Spacious suite with seating area, microwave and refrigerator.
Suite with Two Double Beds and Roll-In Shower - Mobility and Hearing Access/Non-Smoking
This suite offers hearing- and mobility-accessible amenities, including an adapted bathroom with safety grab bars, visual alarm system and notification devices for the doorbell, door knock and incoming telephone calls.
Two-Bedroom Suite with One King And Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
Featuring free toiletries, this suite includes a private bathroom with a hairdryer. This suite is air-conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a wardrobe. The unit has 4 beds.
Two-Room King Suite - Non-Smoking
Spacious suite with seating area, microwave and refrigerator.
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