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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Drake University

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Terrace/patio
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds
Exterior
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311
  • Drake University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Hearing)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Des Moines

Drake stay.A stay at this Drake hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Drake University and 3 miles (5 km) of Wells Fargo Arena. Iowa Events Center and Principal Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hy Vee Hall - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Principal Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km

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

3-star hotel near Drake University
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and 2 meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is available 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.

  • 124 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2020
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations are furnished with double sofa beds. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

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: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay.

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
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 820 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 820 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 820 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 820 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 820 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

Karene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip, irving

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ll be using Home2 suites more often
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Z
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ray

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good experience with great staff. Room wasn’t cleaned once in 3 days, not sure if I was suppose to request or not. Toilet was also a bit dirty when I arrived. Overall, I would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Tonya

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

NA
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Home2Suites is my go-to location when traveling East/West. Top notch location, walkable for most needs (coffee shops, groceries, pharmacy, etc.), updated TV with access to most streaming services, good amenities, quiet , …
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

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

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Naruemon

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wai

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

BRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often for work and always enjoy my stay. It’s clean, quiet, and the staff is always super friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Accommodations were also good. Parking was plentiful. Only bad thing was there are no vents in the bathrooms. You can smell everything from the opposite bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAYODE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Breakfast was great. Room was very clean and bed and pillows very comfy.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was friendly and helpful. Room was nice and roomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024