AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village

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AC Hotels by Marriott
9.1 (227 reviews)
401 East Grand Avenue , Des Moines , us
+1 515-518-6060

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Children allowed

Facilities

Billiards
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and modern rooms
Good location
Cons:
Expensive parking
Loud restaurant music
Basic breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.4
Very clean and well-maintained hotel.
Service
9.9
Staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and highly praised.
Location
9.4
Perfect location in Des Moines for easy access to appointments.
Room Quality
9.4
Lovely hotel facilities with modern upgrades.
Amenities
8.9
Standard amenities expected for a hotel of this tier.
Value for Money
8.4
Parking was difficult and pricey; breakfast cost extra.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Restaurant quality could be better; music too loud.
Overall Experience
9.5
Great overall experience with minor areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 21:00

Property Description

Modern 3-Star Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village. Conveniently located near top attractions such as Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center, our hotel offers a modern and inviting atmosphere for your stay in Des Moines.

Prime Location
Situated less than 1 km from Des Moines Civic Center and surrounded by popular points of interest including Hy-Vee Hall and Science Center of Iowa, our hotel provides easy access to the best of the city. Explore the vibrant East Village neighborhood and discover the charm of downtown Des Moines.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy a seamless travel experience with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, on-site dining options, and a fitness center. Whether you're here for business or leisure, AC Hotel by Marriott is the perfect choice for your stay in Des Moines.

Plan your visit to AC Hotel by Marriott Des Moines East Village today and make the most of your time in the heart of the city.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DSM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 227 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.4
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 9.4
Amenities: 8.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Benjamin I • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • us
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Mccain • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Suubi • couple • us
8
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Blair • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • us
10
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Nicholas • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Jenifer • couple • us
9
We enjoyed the weekend
Pros:

Easy access. We wood for a wedding and location was great on and out

Cons:

It was great.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • us
6
it was okay
Cons:

staff did not point out the VERY important fact that you could not use the elevator without your room key. my kids and i thought the elevator wasn't working. Then, i went upstairs to the restaurant to get food and didn't bring a key because my kids were in the room. i couldn't use the elevator and i got locked out of the hallway to the stairs. it's a good thing i brought my phone so i could call one of my kids to rescue me!!!!! Another guest in the elevator informed my daughter that we needed the key to operate it. that is a pretty important piece of information to share with a guest that is paying 250 a night and traveling with kids. what if i had sent a kid down to the lobby without a key? they could of ridden down with a guest with a key, then got stranded without a way to get back up!!!!

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Jolene • couple • us
6
Good location.
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

I expected a better room for paying over $200. Marks on the walls, doors missing pieces in the hallway from being kicked, bathroom faucet was loose, shower door was noisy and wouldn’t close all the way and there was something yellow on the ceiling above the bed. The bed was also really firm and wasn’t comfortable and one of the lights on the under desk kept flickering. Plus I had to pay over $30 for parking at their facility and breakfast wasn’t included.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Thomaz • couple • us
1
I wish I’d have gone to another hotel.
Pros:

Staff members were unfriendly.

Cons:

Train your staff members to treat everyone as equal no matter what guests look like.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jorge • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Th staff is very professional and it’s close to everything.

Cons:

N/A

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Derreana • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • us
8
I’ve stayed at this property 2 other times
Pros:

Security

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • extended_group • us
10
Great spot cozy and good for adult getaways!
Pros:

Need wine openers in rooms :)

Cons:

Na

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • us
10
Good experience and would stay again!
Pros:

Lovely hotel for a getaway weekend for New Year’s Eve!!!

Cons:

Restaurant music very loud, more like a club atmosphere when good food was served and would have been enjoyed more with a relaxing vibe.

2026-01-03 • via Nuitee