Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Exterior
Reception
Reception
View from room
Indoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 403
AED 451 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr

Room options

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

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, River View

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing accessible)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

Highlights

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing accessible)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing accessible)

Highlights

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

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony, River View

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hy Vee Hall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Iowa State Capitol Building - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Royal Mile - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪El Bait Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fongs Pizza - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hotel near Principal Park
Located close to Hy Vee Hall and Iowa Events Center, Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown provides free to-go breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour business center.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and a banquet hall
  • Free newspapers, luggage storage, and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 131 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 39-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 20 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 104 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 21 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)

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

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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 104 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Principal Park, Hy Vee Hall, and Iowa Events Center. Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa State Capitol Building are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1101 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rupinder

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

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were really accommodating and helpful when we arrived at 1am
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kerissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view of the river, how close it was to downtown and lots of day time options for exploring
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast and coffee. Very quiet. Didn't know we'd have to pay for parking. Hot tub was barely luke warm. There was mold in the shower caulking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel but most dining options closed in walkable distance after 9. No on-site dining.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was awesome as we were upgraded to the Presidential Suite. What a great space!! Breakfast was fresh and delicious. Property and suite were clean and well maintained. Great location to visit Capitol bldg and Botanical Center. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Chrisshanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice hotel and the staff was great. Did not realize there was a parking fee, but that was my fault in missing it. All Around good stay but I have had better for a lot less in the price. Would recommend if you are wanting to be downtown it was a great location for that.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erin

Disliked: Staff & service
My Grandpa is dying and they refused to refund my room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Choufue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall was great except the bed was terribly hard!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A pleasant stay
The hotel was conveniently located to restaurants and the Civic Center. The room and bathroom were very clean. Breakfast was really good… nice variety. Helpful staff and covered parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Clean rooms and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda

I was disappointed when we had to leave earlier due to my grandson not advancing in Iowa State Wrestling and we had my husband’s sister’s funeral to attend earlier this morning to drive back to Sioux City for and not being refunded one night stay for last night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room overlooked the river. It was fun to watch the eagles fly over & dive into the little open water there was available on the river. We were a little disappointed the pool & hot tub were not available during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Nights Stay
My stay at the Hampton Inn & Suites, downtown Des Moines, IA was very nice! I honestly don't remember the time I've had a better nights sleep at a hotel. Staff was very welcoming and professional and will most definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool and hot tub both closed. The only reason I booked this hotel they need to let people know if their facilities are closed!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for the Marathon Breakfast could be upgraded but otherwise it was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a great view of the capitol
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Couldn't operate hot tub. Water was dirty and cold
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025