2.5 Star Hotel

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

929 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA, United States View Map

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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

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Located right across the street from the Casey Center, the EMC Expo Center and Community Choice Credit Union Veterans Memorial Auditorium, this hotel is located at Interstate 235 and features complimentary hot breakfast buffet and free parking. A satellite TV is included in every guest room at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center. A hair dryer, microwave, and refrigerator are provided for guests’ convenience. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center has a fitness center. A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and dry cleaning services are provided. Complementary full breakfast buffet is included each morning along with free parking. Views of the State Capitol and Des Moines River Valley can be enjoyed form property grounds. Des Moines International Airport is 6.8 mi away. Drake University campus center is 7 minutes’ drive away.

899 Reviews

8.1Very Good
Cleanliness
8.4
Staff
9.0
Location
9.1

What Guests Say

  • “The location is marvelous. Took an evening walk by the river. Something I had not planned.”
  • “The King Suites are spacious and it was clean.”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Fitness Center
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Free Breakfast
  • Pets Allowed
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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1 King Bed, Nonsmoking1/3

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking

216 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Baby Cot
  • Bath or Shower
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1 King Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking

216 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Carpeting
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2 Queen Beds, Nonsmoking

2 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Blackout curtains
King Suite with Sofa Bed - River View1/4

King Suite with Sofa Bed - River View

593 sqft • 1 Sofabed or 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
King Room with River View1/4

King Room with River View

302 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
King Suite with Whirlpool -  River View1/4

King Suite with Whirlpool - River View

593 sqft • 1 Sofabed or 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap

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    What Guests Loved

    8.1
    Very Good

    Based on 899 reviews

    Location

    9.1

    Cleanliness

    8.4

    Staff

    9

    Overall Quality

    8.2

    Pros +

    • Location
    • The location is marvelous. Took an evening walk by the river. Something I had not planned.
    • The King Suites are spacious and it was clean.

    Cons -

    • Walls are super thin and you can hear everything you neighbors do/say. Pool was super cold. Breakfast is just meh...
    • It is getting old and might see more glory. But then it will be more expensive and I liked the price I got.
    • Pillows too sift and you have to ask for housekeeping
    Business Traveler (55)Solo Traveler (64)Traveling as Couple (209)Family with Young Children (196)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (3)Group Traveler (70)Total (655)
    3ScottPosted on: 10-4-2026

    Location

    Walls are super thin and you can hear everything you neighbors do/say. Pool was super cold. Breakfast is just meh...

    9GunnhildurPosted on: 10-1-2026

    The location is marvelous. Took an evening walk by the river. Something I had not planned.

    It is getting old and might see more glory. But then it will be more expensive and I liked the price I got.

    6DarlenePosted on: 7-16-2025

    The King Suites are spacious and it was clean.

    Pillows too sift and you have to ask for housekeeping

    8CynthiaPosted on: 6-10-2025

    The front desk employees were very friendly and personable.

    The pack-n-play option was usable but broken. The room wasn?t the absolute cleanest.

    10Verified guestPosted on: 3-16-2025

    Friendly staff~Comfortable room~Excellent breakfast

    10Verified guestPosted on: 2-17-2025

    Breakfast was good and plentiful. The photo showed a basic set up, but there was another serving side not shown. Good variety.

    The hot water took more than 2 minutes to be warm at the sink and longer in the shower.

    4Verified guestPosted on: 9-3-2024

    Location and staff

    There was mold in the bathrooms. There was a pile of dod food in the room. Parts of the ceiling were coming down around the windows. The entire building had a strong mildew smell

    10BryanPosted on: 8-15-2024

    Staff was very friendly and very helpful. Bedding was clean and comfortable. Scramble eggs at breakfast were fantastic. Great location from State Fair.

    Hallway seemed a bid drab on walk to room. Pretty minor and digging for anything to not like.

    9Verified guestPosted on: 6-11-2024

    Room size was awesome. Free parking much appreciated. Kids loved pool. Breakfast was good.

    Room chairs were pretty dirty. Halls need updating.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-10-2023

    The room was clean, beds were comfortable, staff was professional and breakfast was excellant!

    6Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-9-2023

    Good breakfast. Check in person was friendly and efficient.

    Hair in the shower. Person assisting check in person was a bit rude.

    8BryanPosted on: 8-21-2023

    The 2 ladies waiting the counter as we checked in had such great personalities. Wonderful to work with.

    They weren't keeping the tables clean at breakfast. Could not find a clean table, just kind of icky to have syrup and crumbs on the tables when you are looking for a place to eat breakfast. The pool area needs work also.

    1AnidaPosted on: 7-16-2023

    At least got to see the I cub fireworks!

    Hotel was overly booked! It was very loud and noisey! The pool was falling apart! The room was not clean and there breakfast wasn't hot! Overall stay was horrible and for $---- was unacceptable and at that point everything downtown Des Moines was boo

    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 7-16-2023

    Professional, and for an older hotel, the lobby was clean and updated.

    Bathroom wasn't super clean.

    10JoanPosted on: 5-24-2023

    The location was excellent. Right across From the Capitol bldg, Des Moines River and a beautiful city park. Rooms were nice and clean. Staff was great and breakfast was good!!!

    9AmyPosted on: 4-25-2023

    Very Clean. Free parking was a huge plus! Nice breakfast with lots of seating in breakfast area. Easy walk to Hyvee Hall.

    Pool closed.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 4-16-2023

    I loved it it's location most.I loved that they were willing to change my room to a room I preferred without any Problems. The room was clean the beds were comfortable. the hotel was quiet.

    They did not serve any meat options for breakfast.There were eggs and biscuits and gravy but no sausage or bacon except for what was in the gravy. The breakfast was only open until 9am. Which is crazy.. especially if you're on vacation.

    5WilliamPosted on: 3-4-2023

    Close to Wells Fargo for the sporting event

    Facilities such as fitness center and pool were below average compared to other hotels in downtown Des Moines.

    9MarkPosted on: 1-24-2023

    How clean the rooms and the Complimentary breakfast.

    Was disappointed that wasn't notified about the pool being down due to maintenance.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 11-8-2022

    Hotel is close to most things you want when traveling and the free parking is great. The breakfast is good and the staff is awesome. Was greeted every time I came through the door.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Swimming Pool
    • Indoor pool

    Fitness & Spa

    • Fitness Center

    Food & Drinks

    • Free Breakfast

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Hygiene certification

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    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.

    Location

    Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

    929 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA

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