Relax at Home2 Suites Des Moines at Drake University, featuring indoor pool, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, kid-friendly suites, near Drake University and downtown Des Moines.
Recent guests appreciate the spacious, clean rooms and friendly, attentive staff. The hotel's location across from Drake University and close to downtown Des Moines is well suited for both business and leisure visitors, complemented by amenities like an indoor pool and complimentary breakfast.
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Home2 Suites Des Moines at Drake University is a relaxed, all-suite hotel located directly across the street from the Drake University campus. Its informal atmosphere and extended-stay focus make it suitable for visitors seeking spacious accommodations equipped with kitchenettes. The property offers a range of amenities including free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, an indoor pool, a fitness center, and free parking, catering well to both business travelers and families.
The hotel is appreciated for its clean, well-maintained rooms and friendly, helpful staff, as highlighted by guests who often mention a welcoming environment and attentive service. While some reviews note minor quirks in bathroom design, the overall upkeep and safety measures, such as key-secured elevator access, contribute positively to guest comfort and security.
Situated just a mile from Interstate 235 and around two miles from downtown Des Moines, the location offers convenient access to local restaurants and bars, making it a practical choice for those visiting the university or exploring the city. Guests also value the proximity to a variety of dining options and a coffee shop within walking distance, which is especially beneficial during inclement weather.
Pet-friendly and family-friendly, Home2 Suites welcomes a variety of travelers, including those staying for extended periods. Visitors who have stayed for business or leisure often praise the spacious rooms and shared spaces, although occasional noise issues from neighboring guests have been reported. Overall, this property provides a comfortable base for guests needing a practical and conveniently located accommodation in Des Moines.
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Alexis is top-notch. I stay here often for work and wouldn’t choose anywhere else. Safe, welcoming atmosphere with hospitality that’s easily a 15/10.
If you are doing anything near Drake this is a perfect location. We were here during a snowstorm and had a coffee shop and restaurants within a short walk. Big rooms and friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Situated across from Drake University, this very pleasant hotel has a nice pool, very good breakfasts, a well trained staff, and very good upkeep. The photos provided here by the the hotel are an accurate representation. There are a few quirks - the bathroom doors are sliding doors with no handle, so getting them out from the space in the wall can be a chore (see photo). In addition, the sink faucets are very stylish, but so small and set back from the basin that is it impossible to wash one's hands without getting water all over the surrounding area (see photo). Still these are minor, and I would go back.
We stayed here for a business trip and were impressed by the convenient location and immaculate cleanliness. The staff, especially our dedicated housekeeper Paz, made us feel at home. I appreciated the excellent security measures, like requiring room keys for elevator access and entry into outside doors, which provided peace of mind. Overall, it was a fantastic experience!
What a hidden gem! We always stay here when we go to visit my son and his girlfriend at Drake. This feels like a home away from home. Truly the general manager, Matt, is great to work with. We really appreciate these guys.
Spare sheets for the pullout bed were dirty in a drawer. Front desk got us clean sheets right way! Otherwise, room was good, kids enjoyed the pool, and breakfast was good.
This hotel has nice finishes in the room. Plenty of space in the rooms. Everything was clean. Friendly associates. I slept very well on the first night. The bed was comfortable and the pillows are soft. However, not the hotels fault there were some rather obnoxious people on the second floor just outside my door that kept yelling and disturbing surrounding residents and smoking weed in the room. This went on until past 4am. I called the front desk a couple of times to report it and ended up asking them to call the police because they continued to be rowdy. I would stay here again. Just cross my fingers there won't be another disturbance like that.
My cat absolutely loves this hotel; the higher the view, the more spectacular. He made new friends with the "cat in the mirror" after a few hours and loves the sausage egg and cheese in the morning. What a fun place!
Across the street from the Drake University campus, this relaxed all-suite hotel is a mile from I-235, and 2 miles from bars and eateries in downtown Des Moines.
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