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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 0.5 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is 2.461.422 ₫
2.756.792 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1028)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with very friendly staff."
United States
Scott
The price is 3.915.946 ₫
4.385.954 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Des Lux Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Drake University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (397)
"Clean room, quiet, excellent breakfast. "
United States
Randy
The price is 2.580.438 ₫
2.890.091 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is 3.756.907 ₫
4.207.735 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.7 km from Drake University
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Convenient location. Friendly, helpful staff."
United States
Deb
The price is 3.379.577 ₫
3.785.125 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (111)
"Excellent stay! Very clean apartment and safe building."
United States
Bill
The price is 2.464.582 ₫
4.529.775 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Everything was great"
United States
Diana
The price is 3.540.993 ₫
4.084.665 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Staff was very nice and professional "
United States
Shadienise
The price is 2.401.387 ₫
2.689.553 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (957)
"Great location, clean, easy check in and check out. "
United States
Emily
The price is 3.554.685 ₫
3.981.247 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is 2.659.431 ₫
2.978.563 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 3.4 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great hotel"
United States
Grant
The price is 3.344.037 ₫
3.745.320 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.3 km from Drake University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place to stay downtown. "
United States
Wesley
The price is 3.765.333 ₫
4.217.174 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.6 km from Drake University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975)
"Great room, good breakfast. "
United States
Jason
The price is 2.343.459 ₫
2.624.674 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.9 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
The price is 2.053.818 ₫
2.300.277 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 4 km from Drake University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (405)
"Hotel was clean and staff friendly."
United States
Cathy
The price is 3.975.981 ₫
4.453.098 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown
3.0 star property
Court District, 3.9 km from Drake University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (566)
"Clean and spacious rooms with convenient walkable access to nearby restaurants and attractions. "
United States
Brooks
The price is 2.525.670 ₫
2.828.750 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive
2.0 star property
4.9 km from Drake University
6.8 out of 10, (17)
"Easy check in. Room was clean. "
United States
Andrew
The price is 1.342.881 ₫
1.504.026 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
2.5 star property
Court District, 3.9 km from Drake University
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Clean everything, nice staff, convenient, good breakfast!"
United States
Robert
The price is 2.353.465 ₫
2.635.881 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3.8 km from Drake University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1045)
"The room was clean, the staff was very friendly, the breakfast and evening reception were exceptional. "
United States
Michelle
The price is 2.785.293 ₫
3.119.528 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

Red Roof Inn Des Moines
2.0 star property
7.1 km from Drake University
6.8 out of 10, (543)
"A quiet area losts of restaurants"
United States
Linda
The price is 1.592.762 ₫
1.783.662 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
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What's the area like around Drake University?
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What can I see and do near Drake University?
You'll want to browse the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Walnut Street Bridge and Valley Junction. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater and Wooly's.

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