3.5 Star Hotel
Embassy Suites By Hilton Hotel Des Moines-On The River

About
Overlooking the Des Moines River and in the heart of the city, this all-suite hotel is moments from attractions and features spacious accommodations and a free nightly reception. Popular points of interest, including the Iowa State Capitol, Wells Fargo Arena and Blank Park Zoo can all be found close to the Embassy Suites Des Moines Downtown. The corporate offices of Wells Fargo, Deloitte and many more are also situated nearby. The Des Moines Downtown Embassy Suites features a variety of thoughtful amenities, such as wireless internet access and on-site dining options. Guests at the hotel can also take advantage of the free daily cooked-to-order breakfast as well as the state-of-the-art fitness center.
Guest Rating
Good
Location Of Hotel
Hotel Cleanliness
Hotel Staff
Overall Quality
Room Options
Two-Bedroom Suite with One King And Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking
528 sqft • 2 Double and 1 King and 1 Sofabed
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Pure Wellness King Suite
528 sqft • 1 King • 1 Sofabed
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Suite with Two Double Beds - Mobility and Hearing Access/Non-Smoking
528 sqft • 2 Double
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2 ROOM SUITE-2 DOUBLE BEDS-NONSMOKING
270 sqft • 2 Double and 1 Sofabed
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Double Suite - Wellness Allergy Friendly
528 sqft • 2 Double • 1 Sofabed
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2 Room Governors Suite-1 King Bed-nonsmoking
797 sqft • 1 King
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Guest Rating
Good
Location Of Hotel
Hotel Cleanliness
Hotel Staff
Overall Quality
Pros +
- The breakfast bar and happy hour
Cons -
- Room was not clean and the sheets made irritated my skin
- No fan in the restroom
- PARKING
Business Traveler (16)
Solo Traveler (24)
Traveling as Couple (112)
Family with Young Children (207)
Family with Teens (3)
Senior Traveler (2)
Group Traveler (46)
Total (413)
Ana
•Posted on: 4-14-2026
Room was not clean and the sheets made irritated my skin
Jose
•Posted on: 4-14-2026
The breakfast bar and happy hour
No fan in the restroom
Steve
•Posted on: 3-25-2026
PARKING
Jeanne
•Posted on: 12-4-2025
The rooms haven’t seen the light since the hotel was opened. There is dirt, dust, stains, rust and just gross all over the hotel. The beds sit on the floor and are rock hard. The bathroom had hair, crusty elements and overall unclean. The worst ES.
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Guest Policies
Check-in:
After 04:00 PM
Check-out:
Before 12:00 PM
Pets:
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Important Info:
Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.
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