3.5 Star Hotel

Embassy Suites By Hilton Hotel Des Moines-On The River

101 East Locust St, Des Moines, IA - United States
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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

7.8

Good

Based on 592 reviews

Location Of Hotel

8.9

Hotel Cleanliness

8.2

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.8
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Room Options

1/5

Two-Bedroom Suite with One King And Two Double Beds - Non-Smoking

528 sqft • 2 Double and 1 King and 1 Sofabed

Air conditioningClosetCoffee/tea machineCrib(s)

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Pure Wellness King Suite

528 sqft • 1 King • 1 Sofabed

Accessible bath/showerAir conditioningAir purifierBath or Shower

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1/4

Suite with Two Double Beds - Mobility and Hearing Access/Non-Smoking

528 sqft • 2 Double

Accessible roomAir conditioningBath or ShowerCloset

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2 ROOM SUITE-2 DOUBLE BEDS-NONSMOKING

270 sqft • 2 Double and 1 Sofabed

Air conditioningBath or ShowerBlackout curtainsCloset

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1/7

Double Suite - Wellness Allergy Friendly

528 sqft • 2 Double • 1 Sofabed

Air conditioningAir purifierBath or ShowerCloset

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1/4

2 Room Governors Suite-1 King Bed-nonsmoking

797 sqft • 1 King

Air conditioningBath or ShowerBlackout curtainsCloset

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Guest Rating

7.8

Good

Based on 592 reviews

Location Of Hotel

8.9

Hotel Cleanliness

8.2

Hotel Staff

8.6

Overall Quality

7.8

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)

1.0

Ana

Posted on: 4-14-2026

Room was not clean and the sheets made irritated my skin

8.0

Jose

Posted on: 4-14-2026

The breakfast bar and happy hour

No fan in the restroom

8.0

Steve

Posted on: 3-25-2026

PARKING

1.0

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.

Top Amenities:

Free BreakfastFree Internet AccessHealth ServicesSwimming PoolRestaurantFitness CenterPets AllowedHandicapped Rooms/FacilitiesNo Smoking Rooms/FacilitiesFamily FriendlyKid Friendly
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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.

Features & Amenities

Highlighted Amenities:

Free Breakfast
Free Internet Access
Health Services
Swimming Pool
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Pets Allowed
Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Family Friendly
Kid Friendly

Amenities & Services

Facilities for disabled guests available
Family rooms
Fitness center
Free Breakfast
Free Wi-Fi
Indoor pool
Kid-friendly dining
Microwave
Non-smoking property
Pets allowed (charges may apply)
Professional cleaning services
Refrigerator
Restaurant(s)
Wheelchair accessible

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$284
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