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About the Hotel

101 East Locust Street, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50309

Suites and Amenities

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown is an all-suite hotel in the city center, overlooking the Des Moines River. All 234 rooms include premium bedding, wet bars, air conditioning, and separate sitting areas. Some units feature a seating area. Hearing- and mobility-accessible suites are available, which include adapted bathrooms with safety grab bars, visual alarm systems, and notification devices for the doorbell, door knock, and telephone. Each suite has a 37-inch flat-screen TV, dining area, microwave, fridge, and tea- and coffee-making facilities.

Dining Options

Guests enjoy a free made-to-order breakfast and a complimentary evening reception. Liberty's, an Iowa Grill, serves casual American fare. Doozie's Bar and Grill offers American cuisine in a sporty environment. Cadwell's Grille serves a seasonal menu for lunch and dinner. Liberty's features a bar/lounge.

Leisure and Recreation

Guests have access to an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The fitness center includes a Peloton bike with toe cages. Other amenities include connecting rooms, non-smoking rooms, and pet-friendly rooms.

Location and Transport

Located in the East Village, the hotel is less than a mile from downtown Des Moines and steps from dining. The Des Moines Botanical Garden is one mile away. The Science Center of Iowa and Pappajohn Sculpture Park are a five-minute drive. Nearby landmarks include Principal Park (1 km), the Capitol Building (1 km), and Wells Fargo Arena (1 km). The World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, the State Historical Museum, the Des Moines Civic Center, the Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens, and the Polk County Courthouse are 0.5 km away. The hotel is 10 km from Des Moines International Airport. A courtesy shuttle service is available to and from Des Moines International Airport and destinations within a two-mile radius.

Hotel Services

Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown includes complimentary wireless Internet access, a gift shop/newsstand, and wedding services. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk, facilities for disabled guests, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. Free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and dry cleaning/laundry services are available. The hotel offers valet parking for $20.00 per day. Pets are allowed for a fee: 1-4 night stay is $75, and 5+ night stay is $125, with a maximum of two pets.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Two-Bedroom Suite One King Two Double Beds Non-Smoking
Max:
2 persons
49 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
Balcony
Air conditioning
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Governors King Suite Non-Smoking
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2 persons
75 m² 
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1 King-size bed
Balcony
Air conditioning
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Double Suite Wellness Allergy Friendly
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2 persons
49 m² 
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2 Double beds
Balcony
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Getting around

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City Centre
Des Moines500 m
Airports
Des Moines International (DSM) 9.6 km
Boone Municipal (BNW) 79.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Saltwater pool
  • Indoor swimming pool

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Curtains
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Location

101 East Locust Street, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50309
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101 East Locust Street, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50309
Nearby
Theatre
Des Moines Civic Center
500 m
100 Locust St
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
380 m
Margo Frankel Woods State Park
250 m
Des Moines River
Lake Red Rock
250 m
111 Court Ave
Polk County Heritage Gallery
540 m
Night club
Lime Lounge
570 m
Restaurants
Liberty's
70 m
101 E Locust St
Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
430 m
300 E Grand Ave 2nd location at Jordan Creek Mall in West Des Moines
Clyde's Fine Diner
200 m
111 E Grand Ave Suite 111
Ceviche Bar
310 m
233 East Walnut Street
The Iowa Taproom
390 m
205 E 3rd St East Village
Molly's Cupcakes
410 m
215 E 3rd St Suite 101
Open Sesame
290 m
313 E Locust St
The Republic on Grand
430 m
401 E Grand Ave
Continental Restaurant
520 m
428 E Locust St
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