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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a health club and a 24-hour front desk

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Lobby
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Reception
Exterior
Restaurant

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Parking available

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Civic Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hy Vee Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Principal Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fresko - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪801 Chophouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Des Lux Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Luxury hotel near Wells Fargo Arena
Near Principal Park, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton provides a coffee shop/cafe, a library, and a health club. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Proudfoot & Bird, the on-site fine-dining restaurant. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business center and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A vending machine, 1 meeting room, and a front-desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 234 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, tubs or showers, and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 40 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 10 to 20 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hobnob
  • Proudfoot & Bird

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 11 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1919
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 75
Express 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 not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 40 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 75 (subject to availability)

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
This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Fort Des Moines
Fort Hotel
Hotel Fort
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Iowa
Hotel Fort Des Moines
Hotel Fort Des Moines Curio Collection
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Hotel
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Valet parking is available for USD 40 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 75 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Temple for Performing Arts, Wells Fargo Arena, and Principal Park. 801 Grand and Des Moines Public Library are also within 5 minutes.

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 828 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1008 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Hotel was amazing and the vallet staff were the kindest people.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

We have stayed at the hotel on many occasions and have always found it to be great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

We enjoyed staying there
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

This hotel is beautiful and the staff has been wonderful both times we’ve stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Beautifully restored old hotel. The tile, wood, and all the small details were done very well. Would gladly stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Great hotel !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Property was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Wonderful place. Great rooms and restaurant is perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

It was such a nice property with amazing amenities. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

It was close to the event that we were there for.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Fantastic property with great historic relevance
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

As always love this place. Beautiful room. Gorgeous bathroom. Lovely corner suite. My favorite room 730 ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Loved how they kept the old original look but everything was beautiful and new and nice. Elevators were unique, hall carpet was amazing and the retro decor was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Easy Check in , Great bar good staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very clean, staff was all very nice from the valet, front desk and restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Love staying here when I’m in Iowa
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very quit and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great! Would come again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I stay here every time I’m in town. Only thing that would be better, is free parking
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Staff friendly and helpful. Beds comfortable. Room large with everything needed. Bathroom big and inviting. I have nothing bad to say about this place. Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025