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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Drake University

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Terrace/patio
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Exterior
Coffee/tea maker
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 593 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 493 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 493 sq ft
  • 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
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
  • 334 sq ft
  • 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
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 493 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Casey's Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Principal Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hotel near Drake University
Located close to Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University provides a free breakfast buffet, a firepit, and laundry facilities. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a water dispenser, and barbecue grills
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 124 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

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

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

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

As of Aug 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $162.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

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

What time is check-out at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University located?

Located in Drake, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Drake University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. Principal Park and Iowa State Fairgrounds are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 726 out of 939 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 939 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 939 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 939 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 939 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay to relax and unwind after a full day of driving.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our suite felt like an apartment, so comfortable and roomy! We really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet hotel. Staff was very kind and helpful, hotel was also conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super kind and extremely helpful the whole time!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely LOVE this hotel for all that it offers from laundry, to workout space, to pool, to the kitchenette in the room! Everything is great and the staff is wonderful! Will definitely be staying there again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theophylieus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great! The entire building was clean and updated. The rooms were large and the beds were super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Missy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, no noise, good breakfast. Having a kitchenette was very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I are very leary of hotel stays and was pleasantly surprised and happy with our accommodations. Our dog loved it too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room in every aspect. Great pillows and a great shower!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great amenities in the room. Great for families or anyone who likes to prepare their own meals.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice spacious rooms. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Wonderful staff especially Gina at the front desk and Sue at the breakfast bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was very nice. We brought our kids with us and it was very kid friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient spot when visiting friends in Des Moines. It was clean, room was in easy distance to the elevators, self parking was plentiful, staffing was friendly and professional .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nitin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed with our family and this property is very nice. Suits are very specious and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best places we have ever stayed. It is clean, quiet, and had a lot of space for 3 adults. Breakfast offered really nice options and was tasty as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and an excellent location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Convenience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025