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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with indoor pool, near Principal Park

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Exterior
Reception
Restaurant
Indoor pool, sun loungers
Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
In downtown Des Moines, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown offers a warm welcome with to-go breakfast, a 24-hour business center, and an indoor pool. Unwind in the spa tub or catch up on current events with free newspapers. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
$110 nightly
The total price is $123
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing accessible)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (Balcony)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in shower & hearing accessible)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Roll-in shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Minibar, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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$135 nightly
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Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
120 Sw Water St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Casey's Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hessen Haus - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Johnny's Hall of Fame - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fuzzy's Taco Shop - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

When you stay at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Casey's Center and Drake University. You can go for a morning swim at the indoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 131 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Up to 3 children (21 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 104 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1200 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2014
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 42
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 20.00 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Also known as

Hampton Des Moines Downtown
Hampton Inn Des Moines Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown Iowa
Hampton Inn Moines Downtown Hotel
Hampton Inn Moines Downtown
Hampton & Suites Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 104 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown and nearby?

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown has an indoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a fitness center.

What's the area around Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown like?

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown is located by the river in Downtown Des Moines, a short 14-minute walk from Casey's Center and 4 minutes' walk from Science Center of Iowa. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and freshness. (30 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near various restaurants and bars, offering great access to dining options. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very nice, comfortable and clean.
Debra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the stay. Close proximity to where I needed to be for an event
Tiffany, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The stay was very good We booked without knowing the area. So this property would be super for someone needing a stay place for hospital reasons
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes! This checks ALL the boxes

Other than the possibly crummy parking (either find it yourself on the street or pay for the parking garage), this was an incredible stay!! The staff was all friendly. It was a beautiful hotel. Great night life area! Would absolutely come back!!
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, quiet, friendly. Great location. Would stay here again.
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best Hampton ever! Get a balcony!
Joshua, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel!

We stopped in our way to Chicago. The hotel was centrally located, walking distance to so many restaurants and sites! We had to park on the street because of our roof topper, but felt very safe doing so. Bill at the front desk was a great help!!
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great location for our trip Friday night Cubs game Saturday farmers market downtown everything was in walking distance was a nice weekend
Bill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful and clean!

Beautiful, clean hotel in a lovely part of downtown. Right by the river with a parking garage.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Disappointed that the pool & hot tub were closed but they gave us free parking due to this complaint.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love to stay there
Rupinder, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and convenient location
Jamie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to restaurants.
Edwin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Rhonda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Aaron, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

IA Cubs Fan

Enjoy how close it is for Iowa Cubs’ games. Disappointed that hot tub was broken but pool was wonderful - very comfortable temperature. Breakfast was good.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for Iowa Cubs game!
Jean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thumbs up

This was a nice hotel for my stay.
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly, expedient, and quite helpful. They are very knowledgeable about the area and suggested some great dives to check out.
Aprill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Waterfront
Gayatri, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the view of the river, how close it was to downtown and lots of day time options for exploring
Kerissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located for science museum and iowa cubs. Convenient parking. Walking distance to entertainment area. Great view od Capital Building and river.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Have stayed here several times. It's always clean and polite staff. We like the downtown location... walkable to many destinations in the area... restaurants, bars, shopping. This time we went to a concert at the Iowa Event Center and walked their and back... 15 minute walk.
Tammy, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Property was very satisfactory. Check in adequate. After hours employees.... left an impression that will never be given a chance to be repeated, at least not at this location.
Dan, 1-night trip