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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Drake University

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Terrace/patio
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Exterior
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Principal Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hotel near Drake University
Located close to Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University provides a free breakfast buffet, a firepit, and laundry facilities. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, meeting rooms, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 124 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and sofa beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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 daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • 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

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: 21

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
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 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University located?

Located in Drake, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Drake University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center. Principal Park and Iowa State Fairgrounds are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 860 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 860 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 860 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 860 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 860 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

Emi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Wonderful staff especially Gina at the front desk and Sue at the breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very nice. We brought our kids with us and it was very kid friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best places we have ever stayed. It is clean, quiet, and had a lot of space for 3 adults. Breakfast offered really nice options and was tasty as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and an excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Professional and pleasant staff. Room was very clean and beds are super comfy!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARMEN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff! Everything was so clean and welcoming. Definitely a home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the perfect location if you’re visiting Drake University! The staff was friendly & welcoming, the room was comfortable & clean, the breakfast was good with a nice variety!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

Liked: Amenities
Front desk personnel are so helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice stay. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, breakfast was good and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tangela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome experience. Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and I will be staying there again while my child attends Drake. Drake is right across the street
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angeline Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Personable staff. Easy to find. Safe neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for Drake Road Races. Clean, safe, great staff, and decent price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second stay at this property. Once again a great experience. Staff always kind, hotel clean and comfortable! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, we were just diving through on a road trip we didn't stay long, great beds, clean, nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, very clean. Very polite and helpful staff. Check-in was easy and room was great. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ok place to stay … area around is strange Staff is friendly good for 1-2 nights
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very clean and spacious. Have great breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet place to stay after a long day at dance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient right across from Drake University for college visit & tour.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025