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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property

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Dinner served
Property amenity
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, 50309
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(131 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

  • 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)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Corner King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Room - Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With Mobility Accessible Bathtub

  • Sleeps 2

King Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Room

  • Sleeps 4

Guest Room With 2 Queen Beds-Hearing Accessible

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Mobility Accessible With Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Studio Suite 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible Two Queen Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 4

Mobility/Hearing Accessible One Bedroom King Suite with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Mobility Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Des Moines

With a stay at Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, a 2-minute drive from Casey's Center and 10 minutes from Iowa State Fairgrounds. .This luxury hotel is 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Adventureland.

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Casey's Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Centro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪801 Chophouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton offers 234 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Des Moines hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a health club.
Make yourself at home in one of the 234 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a health club, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. This hotel also features a banquet hall and a vending machine.
Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Proudfoot & Bird, for dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Proudfoot & Bird - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only.
Hobnob Coffee & Wine Bar - This coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
In Confidence Speakeasy - Onsite bar. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 10 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 44 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

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 bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Hobnob Coffee & Wine Bar
  • In Confidence Speakeasy
  • Proudfoot & Bird

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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
  • Lift (109 centimetre 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • 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 organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • 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

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • 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: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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, per night

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 44 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 10 per day(20 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property has a strict no-smoking policy. Violators will be subject to penalties (USD 250).

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

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 912 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1093 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1093 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Octavio

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The two restaurants in the lobby have plastic food beautiful place for breakfast beautiful place for romantic upscale dinner stuff is amazing bartenders are super on point
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brentin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

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

10/10 Excellent

ingrid

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying here. It feels like a 5 star hotel. The details in the decor are unique and well designed. The bed and bedding is comfortable. I love the lobby, large and spacious with lots of seating options for gatherings small or large. Great restaurant, Proudfoot and Bird with a bar that has great happy hour from 2-6 daily. The happy hour has great food options, not so much for drinks on special. The HOBNob restaurant for breakfast is ok, but service there is slow. Will definitely stay there again. Great price for the quality of the hotel.
Snow day!
Cocktail at Proudfoot and bird
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Beverly Hills

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite hotel in DM. Great location, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is beautiful and was great for our stay in Des Moines.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely hotel & staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Peaceful, smelled fabulous and woodsy. Felt right at home. The decor in the lobby was wonderful. The history of the building with the tiles and walnut and spaciousness of the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, comfortable room with nice, modern bathroom. Very friendly staff and exceptionally friendly wait staff and bartenders in the Proudfoot & Bird restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was ok, but when i arrived the entire front was sectioned off for valet parking, so i was hesitantly did the valet parking. When i went to leave at 3 am for the airport, i learned the hotel doesnt bill for the valet parking and i had to go online, theni was double billed by the valet company and the hotel could not correct it and simply said they would tell the valet company but it wasnt there issue.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay as always! Amazing bar/speakeasy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place with very nice & clean rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Temyrick

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, great restaurant, staff was helpful and accommodating, room adequate, clean, and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025