Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown

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Embassy Suites Hotels
8 (787 reviews)
101 East Locust Street , Des Moines , US

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Decent breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Old furniture
Inconsistent breakfast experience

Categories

Cleanliness
7.08
Dusty conditions and issues with mold reported.
Service
9.05
Staff were friendly and accommodating.
Location
8.59
Conveniently located near civic center.
Room Quality
7.04
Rooms had issues with old furniture and musty smell.
Amenities
8.07
Breakfast offerings were good, but breakfast experience inconsistent.
Value for Money
8.03
Basic value for the service.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Breakfast was great but could have been cleaner.
Overall Experience
8.05
Overall met needs despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 04:57

Property Description

Stunning River View Location
Experience the beauty of Des Moines River from our all-suite hotel in the heart of the city centre.

Convenient City-Centre Access
Explore top attractions like Iowa State Capitol and Wells Fargo Arena just moments away from Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown.

Exceptional Amenities
Enjoy complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, free nightly reception, and a modern fitness centre during your stay.

Book your stay now at Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown for a perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8
Based on 787 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.59
Room Quality: 7.04
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Matt • couple • ca
3
Location is good but the hotel is in rough shape
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It was dirty, the flooring needed replacing in the elevator, all the chairs had a sticky feel
To them and my shower drain was plugged. It is just a little rundown to be a Hilton

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

I was very impressed with the staff from the front desk to the bar to the breakfast staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful. Also super kid friendly, the balloon lady was an excellent touch.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Robert • extended_group • us
7
Basically it was a good stay.
Pros:

Breakfast was great. Location was perfect. Walked to dinner and the Civic Center.

Cons:

Room could use a deep cleaning. Spots of mold on shower wall. Spider webs in some corners. Stale smell to the room. Running the A/C helped with the smell. Sofa in room had some stains and odors.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Isac • family_with_children • us
6
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • us
3
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Cliff • couple • us
9
Pros:

The location was great. We were able to walk to the places we planned on going to.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Marisa • couple • us
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Andy • family_with_children • us
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • family_with_children • us
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Dally • solo_traveller • us
6
Embassy downtown Des Moines
Pros:

Atrium, breakfast, social hour.

Cons:

Bookins.com quoted $224. Charged $249 at checkout. They advertise HBO but doesn't furnish HBO Movies. Old, antiquated and dated facility such as rooms.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Bonnie • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Darlen • couple • us
10
In general was good
Pros:

The view of the city

Cons:

Valet parking only one person most of the time and we’re busy

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
B
Bonnie • solo_traveller • us
2
Pros:

Close to capital

Cons:

It was old even the furniture, carpet, beds everything was old in that hotel the windows were filthy like they haven't been cleaned in years. I was very disappointed especially when I pay that kind of money for a room. I will never stay there again or recommend your hotel!

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Williams • couple • us
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • us
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Megan • family_with_children • us
4
Overall it was fine, but not going to stay again.
Pros:

Breakfast was great!

Cons:

Outdated.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Ariel • couple • us
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Monica • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Property was beautiful,Location Great, View from room was perfect!Complimentary drinks/snacks were a plus as well as access to the river for walking or just enjoying some fresh air.

Cons:

Just a few hiccups, nothing to warrant a "bad" stay or experience. There were blood stains on pull out sleeper sofa cushion/pad (so that couldn't be used), no conditioner or body wash in shower(bottles were completely empty) & only 1 working treadmill out of 3

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Ramon • family_with_children • us
1
We confirmed a stay but were sent away at the door .
Pros:

Nothing.

Cons:

We confirmed a stay and were denied.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee