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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
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Home2 Suites by Hilton, near Drake University, offers a practical start with to-go breakfast options. Enjoy WiFi, a 24-hour gym, indoor pool, and attentive staff. The location consistently earns high marks from previous visitors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 407
AED 456 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep

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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
  • 55 sq m
  • 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
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(60 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace

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
  • 46 sq m
  • 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
(72 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

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
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Drake, a neighborhood in Des Moines, is home to Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Iowa State Fairgrounds and Blank Park Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Iowa Events Center, and consider making time for Adventureland, a top attraction not to be missed.
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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
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine - ‬10 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
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and 2 meeting rooms
  • ATM/banking services, a computer station, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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

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.

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. 774 out of 997 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 997 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 997 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 997 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 997 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

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay while tending to a family health emergency.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at this facility. The pool was great! Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

JENNIFER

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

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, very clean, rooms are a good size, good location. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was professional and kind. The hotel was clean and breakfast was hot and plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of room amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

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

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was knowledgeable and kind. The hotel was spotless. Loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the walk in shower, no bath tub to step in to/out of. Clean and updated rooms and lobby.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful from check-in to checkout. Fantastic breakfast open the curtains to a very clean window with a great view. People working here are very kind and efficient would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was so kind and helpful! Everyone we interacted with was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Home2 by Hilton near Drake University was a great place to stay. It was within walking distance to everything we needed, was clean, quiet and the staff were friendly and helpful. Free parking in the lot, too. Thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay, clean and staff was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was a nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julieanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the University
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

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

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

Gwendolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located adjacent to the beautiful Drake University. This place was a very pleasant surprise. Our room was very spacoius and clean, it also smelled good, (not the usual hotel smell)! We will definitely stay with this chain again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025