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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

One-Bedroom Suite With 1 King Bed And Roll-in Shower-Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom King Suite Hearing Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Mobility/Hearing Access Tub Studio Ns

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom Queen Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Studio-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Studio With 2 Queen Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

King Studio Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Drake University
An indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and 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 on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Drake University. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean guestrooms
  • Steps from Drake University and a 4-minute drive from Iowa Events Center
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Des Moines hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • 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

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: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your 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. 793 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1017 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1017 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Amenities
Super nice. Super clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

William

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eohnte

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has a great location and provide a great place to stay for a visit to Des Moines. I recommend this highly especially if driving into town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The suites were great. The staff even better. Did not have time to view Drake. Lot's of construction. Like to revisit in a couple years.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms - clean and close to campus
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Updated, but strangely decorated. Close to some casual dining. Price more than doubled from Thursday stay to Friday stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about the lobby and rooms was great but the breakfast foods were a C-
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kwibe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is friendly and helpful. The location is perfect. Free parking is really the best. The rooms are fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean and spacious. They have a wonderful breakfast in the morning. The people working there are very friendly and efficient. We’ve stayed there three times in the past year and always have a great experience. The only downside is parking is hard to find after 9:00 PM.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with friendly staff. Super cute neighborhood walking distance to Drake University.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great time everything was good more so then i expected
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

April

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always our go to in Des moines
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The customer service and front desk employees
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

noelle angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need more parking spaces. Otherwise hotel is great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent guest communication. Breakfast was good. Everyone weny above and beyond for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025