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Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Casey's Center

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Indoor pool, open 5 AM to midnight, sun loungers
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2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; American cuisine
In the heart of Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines Marriott Downtown is an urban oasis. Relax in the garden, grab a coffee at the coffee shop/cafe or enjoy American cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants. With a swimming pool and indoor pool, dry cleaning/laundry services and helpful staff - this hotel has everything you need.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour health club
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center
  • 16 meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $144
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Hearing Accessible)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Mobility Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Club Lounge
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Frette Italian linens
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Casey's Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Palmer’s Deli - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mash + MARROW - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Potbelly Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪801 Chophouse - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown puts you within a 10-minute drive of Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Rock River Grill, which serves breakfast and is one of 2 restaurants. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a 24-hour health club, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 413 rooms
    • Arranged over 33 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps) in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 38 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • 24-hour offsite parking within 322 ft (USD 10 per day)
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Shared microwave
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (30100 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1981
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 10 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Transfer shower
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Travel crib

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi (surcharge) (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Rock River Grill - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast only.
The Market - This coffee shop serves light fare only. Open 24 hours. Open daily.
MASH + MARROW - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 14.95 per day (rates may vary)
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 19 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15 per stay

Parking

  • Valet parking costs USD 38 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 10 per day (322 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 5 AM to midnight

Policies

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).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

Marriott Hotel Moines
Marriott Moines
Residence Inn By Marriott Des Moines Downtown Iowa
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Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel
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Marriott Des Moines
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel
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Des Moines Marriott Downtown Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Des Moines Marriott Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Des Moines Marriott Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 5 AM to midnight.

Are pets allowed at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Yes. Valet parking costs USD 38 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Des Moines Marriott Downtown and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour health club and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Des Moines Marriott Downtown?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring American cuisine.

What's the area around Des Moines Marriott Downtown like?

Des Moines Marriott Downtown is in Downtown Des Moines, a short 11-minute walk from Casey's Center and 6 minutes' walk from Iowa Events Center.

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Des Moines Marriott Downtown Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

This was an awesome hotel! We asked to be at a higher floor and celebrating our anniversary- they had great accommodations and it was very clean
Katherine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was good. Really liked the bedding and pillows. Loud water/pipe noise in the early morning was the only compliant.
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great welcome and comfortable room
Ryan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was clean and as expected
Justin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would stay again

Wonderful hotel
Shirla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was my second stay there and I have no complaints at all!
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay all around. I love Marriott and this property exceeded expectations.
Nick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were there for the state fair, but also enjoyed the farmers market on Saturday. The hotel was walkable to the farmers market and local restaurants.
Sara, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All the staff was so friendly and helpful
Cynthia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great.
Angela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything I expected, well kept, good services
Gregory, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

stayed at a lot of marriots this is just average
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were nice, great location and safe
Amanda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and spacious. Liked the 12pm check out time and the breakfast was good also.Would stay here again.
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was good and easy to check in
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

ALL of the staff were so polite and willing to help. Our room was spotless with a gorgeous view. The shuttle was easy to access and to call for a return trip. This location also has many options for fun activities within walking distance. I can't say enough good things about our stay.
Kristie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Shuttle service to the fair
Karla, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall good but any empty can in room and missing water glass upon entry
Casey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Have a great bar
Lei, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel. No parking
Stacey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place to stay. One of our favorites in the Des Moines area.
Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Iowa Nice
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Valet parking service. Great location fir any events in downtown
Will, 2-night trip