"So I actually stayed here for about 7/8 weeks I believe. Jan to mar 2026 when I move here recently. Had everything I needed and more than the previous numerous hotels I’d stayed in at a cheaper cost. Had a nice small kitchen, place was clean, heating/ac worked fine. I’ll honestly have fond memories of my time here while I settled in to the city before getting my apartment. The staff were really nice and helpful in any way they could be. I managed through those weeks without a car at that time also and it was useful to have some nearby things like gas station, places to eat at walkable distance and also a bus stop close by, which is only a few minutes walk if you cut through the hotel next door. This hotel was basically my first home after moving to Des Moines. If I have friends or family visit from the uk I’ll happily suggest this place to them. "
"The rooms were extremely clean, the staff were outstandingly amazing, the breakfast every morning felt like home cooking and tasted just like it to, and the pool area was perfect for children and adults! Overall 10/10 love this place!"
"Our room was beautiful and clean, staff was so kind, the breakfast was wonderful. Our first day we went to breakfast early, our second day we went later and the food quality was still great which means they were on top of it!!
the lobby is beautiful, the hotels location was perfect we walked everywhere all weekend! Looking forward to staying here again someday "
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast menu was awesome! Waffles, fresh fruit, eggs-small scrambled and hard boiled, bacon, toast, juices, coffee and more! Best continental I’ve seen in awhile! The hotel was spotless, as was our room! Excellent and all staff was very cheerful and helpful!! Our dog loved it there too!!"
"Breakfast was delicious. Rooms were super clean. Beds could be a little more comfy, but thats just my preference. Hot tub was nice. Indoor Pool was too cold to go in so I can't really comment on that. But perfect area and around so many great things. Back Pocket Pin and Pixel Bar/Restaurant was right next doorand the atmosphere is great, and the food and drinks was delicious. "
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