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Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny

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A modern lounge area with a stone wall, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace. - Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny (Ankeny)
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Take advantage of free full breakfast, a free grocery shopping service, and a free manager's reception at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and a firepit.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a desk, a cushioned chair, a sofa, and a patterned wall.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Hearing Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small round table, and a chair.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility/Hearing Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a built-in microwave, and a coffee maker.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing Accessible)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city through the window.

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the city through the window.

Double Room 1 bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Ankeny, Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Saylorville Lake and popular attractions include Des Moines Civic Center and Adventureland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Iowa Events Center or Principal Park. Kayaking and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Ankeny travel guide
Map
1515 SW Main Street, Ankeny, IA, 50023

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Westside Park
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ankeny Art Center
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Sunset Park
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Adventureland
    15 min drive - 13.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    18 min walk
  • Hy-Vee Market Grille
    18 min walk
  • 30 Hop
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    19 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 528 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 7 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Transfer shower
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • 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 (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express 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 150 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 1.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 1.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per stay

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 is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny located?

Situated in Ankeny, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Saylorville Lake, Iowa Events Center, and Des Moines Civic Center. Principal Park and Iowa State Capitol Building are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Ankeny Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 199 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Clean!! Friendly and helpful staff. They were at or near the desk whenever we had questions. Bottled water was welcomed. We liked the suite layout. Breakfast was just ok. Sausage was not good, bold coffee needs more bold!! Good location for a ride on the High Trestle Bridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed with 2 adults 4 kids and the size was perfect. Great amenities, everything within walking distance and few miles from our baseball complex
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy to the venue(Toast) and staff was great. Clean rooms, great price, we always stay here for weddings across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It's a beautiful property, the staff was so friendly and the breakfast was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We went to this place as a family and we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was amazing.. awesome surroundings.. tons of shops and eats as soon as you walk out of the hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, modern, great location near restaurants and other amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful area with plenty of shopping and restaurants within walking distance. Also, one of the better breakfast spreads I’ve had in awhile. Staff was very friendly all the way from check-in to check-out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, size of the room and options around for dining and shopping. Definitely coming bavk when I'm in the area !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone I came across was extremely nice and helpful. The room we had was clean and well organized. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Vicinity to local attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Incredible staff, so kind, easy and fast check in and out. Could not have been nicer. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Always a good place to stay for us when visiting family. Close to groceries, restaurants, and of course, family. Layout makes check-in easy, and the staff have always been courteous. The rooms are all well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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clean rooms with a nice kitchen area. great for longer stays. there is no hot tub.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Dealer Meeting

Great location to lots of things to do - was in town for a dealer meeting and came in a day early - lots to do.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Love coming back to the hotel for staycation, it is convenient, safe, hotel staff are very accommodating and helpful, its close proximity to the library, park, Christmas tree lighting and fireworks huge plus! Will be back . It is a home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Family vacation

The room was excellent. Staff was wonderful. We had so much room for our family visit. Very clean. Very comfortable and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

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Very friendly staff. Great breakfast. Pictures showed a hot tub, but there was not a hot tub. One of the main reasons I chose this hotel, so was very disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was perfect! We stayed a week and picked the perfect location to be in. The District has several restaurants, coffee shops, breakfast places, ice cream and dessert shops, and shopping all within a block. You can easily walk everywhere. Also has movie theater and bowling ally. Easy parking in back and easier in the front. The Residence Inn’s rooms are perfect with large kitchen (fully stocked) and great living area. Bathrooms are spacious with large walk in showers. Plenty of closet and drawer space. The whole hotel was spotless. Good variety at breakfast. Staff was extra friendly. John especially gives above and beyond service. The breakfast ladies are always smiling! A bit pricey but well worth the location. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed at this hotel for 5 days and enjoyed every minute of it. My son had a swim meet in Downtown Des Moines but we opted to stay a little bit further away. Hotel has been in operation since 2018 but we thought it was new— well-maintained and really clean, staff very polite and helpful. Breakfast had a full assortment of hot and cold items. Could have included bacon on one of the days, but totally not an issue. Would definitely stay here again if we’re back in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

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A little disappointing for the money.

Everything that was there was very clean. But the room had no paper or pencils. I often have to take notes on an impromptu basis, but had to go out to the car. There was no one at the front desk. The bed was not particularly comfortable. The "free" breakfast was dismal. Missing a lot of things like orange juice and bacon. However, the biscuits and gravy was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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4/10 Poor

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Drips that keep you awake

Residence Inn by Marriott, District Area, Ankeny. Check-in great. Kids used pool and adults used workout facility; everyone enjoyed. Breakfast good. Parking at hotel great! At night, we learned there was a leak in the bedroom window and water was dripping down and hitting the windowsill (puddle on sill and floor in front of it). Notified front desk and they said only thing they could do (because they were booked full), was downgrade our room to a one bed instead of our 2 queen bed room, but they were going to charge us the same price since we booked 3rd party and not directly through them. Obviously not going to work for our family; so we tried to muffle dripping sounds with towels. They became soaked and stained from whatever was causing the drip. Didn’t think the sound of a drip could keep me up all night, but it did. Frustrating that it happened. Further frustrated the only solution was to downgrade us and charge us the same. Insulted by no attempt to make it right or discount anything. Further insulted by excuse of booking by 3rd party was reason why we were going to be charged full price even if we accepted their downgrade. The rub is we are members of their hotel program - we just chose to use 3rd party because we had rewards to use. Guess we need to evaluate using 3rd party in the future….Or canceling that hotel membership and going with a hotel chain that treats their guests (no matter how they book) better when the hotel gives you a faulty room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Break fast was delicious. The room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026