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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Indoor pool
Exterior
Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cots/infant beds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

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

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
(75 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

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 the area

Des Moines

With a stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University in Des Moines (Drake), you'll be steps from Drake University and a 4-minute drive from Iowa Events Center. .This hotel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Casey's Center and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Principal Park.

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Knapp Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Degollado - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Habanero’s - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University offers 124 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/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 daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Make yourself at home in one of the 124 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 40-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This hotel has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 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
  • In-room sofa bed
  • 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
  • Sofa bed

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 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 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
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the 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 fire extinguisher and 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

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 783 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1003 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tawnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s so nice to deal with a hotel that is willing to be flexible. We needed to check in early with an event occurring the day of our stay and they were so accommodating! Loved our suite, we had plenty of room to sprawl out in our down time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nasro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete, Reno

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana, Norfolk

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything clean and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Yes the room was nice and clean, the girl that was working the front desk was very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

KRISTIN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. The people shoveling snow woke up my whole family in the middle of the night. And the walls are paper thin…we could hear every word from our neighbors.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Taryn

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Quincy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. The breakfast was better than expected in the morning. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeri

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

lori

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEREK

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great place.was an amazing place will do it again an the price was very reasonable all in all it was an amazing time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahsan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aracelis

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beds. Spacious rooms. Good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025