Travellers to the Drake neighbourhood in Des Moines will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Drake travel tips? Make sure that you visit Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Drake?

Based on our traveller data, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is one of the top choices for your stay in Drake. This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Drake University, and it offers free breakfast and an indoor pool.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Drake area?

Expedia has 49 hotels and other accommodation options in Drake to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Des Moines area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Drake, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals in Drake.

What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?

La Casa Cultural Center, Black Cultural Center and Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center are family favourites to check out in Drake. You could also plan a visit to Knapp Center or Des Moines Community Playhouse while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Drake include Waveland Municipal Golf Course, Terrace Hill and Hoyt Sherman Place. While you're out sightseeing in Des Moines, make sure that you visit other sights such as Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden or John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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Our top choices for Drake hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake

Barbara

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.1 km from Drake

Scott

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

3. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

12.7 km from Drake

Anita

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

4. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.4 km from Drake

Sonia

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

5. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

12.7 km from Drake

Candice

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

15.6 km from Drake

Jeffrey

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

7. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Watrous South, 7.1 km from Drake

Gerald

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

8. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 9.1 km from Drake

Michael

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

9. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

8.5 km from Drake

Daryn

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Watrous South, 7.2 km from Drake

Roberta

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

13.5 km from Drake

Randell

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

13.7 km from Drake

Nancy

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

17.4 km from Drake

Phil

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

14. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

15.1 km from Drake

David

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

15. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Lovington, 5.8 km from Drake

John

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-in Shower)

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

9.5 km from Drake

Mangesh

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

17. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

12.3 km from Drake

Kimberle

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

18. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

13.4 km from Drake

Diana

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

19. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

13.4 km from Drake

Jason

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.4 km from Drake

Linda

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

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Where to stay in Drake

Find the best Drake areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Des Moines

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.

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Historic East Village

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.

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Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

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Indianola Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indianola Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

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Top Drake Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"This is by far our favorite place to stay when we are in Des Moines! They have never let us down in all the years we have been there, and that says a lot!"

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Newer and nice. Hard to see from the main drag at first. The shower is kind of a nightmare because if you have any of your own products, there isn’t a shelf or anywhere to put them so they are just on the floor. The toilet was facing the vanity and so close to it, my knees almost hit the vanity. It’s a very odd lay out and doesn’t seem like it was thought through well. The bed was comfortable."

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, plenty of parking nearby in a large garage across the street, friendly staff (especially the morning breakfast manager gentleman), clean. The towel bar in room 709 bathroom is partially pulled from the wall. But the shower really needs work. There’s one of those half-door/wall deals that completely floods the bathroom floor. It’s really frustrating."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this hotel! From Des Moines but been gone a LONG time and wanted to try a fun new hotel. This place was perfect for my wife and I. Location is perfect, staff were amazing, and the room was really fun. Was a bit worried about some road construction going on during our stay but while we could hear some noise, the blackout curtains and the comfy bed helped us sleep in. We will definitely be coming back here for our DM trips!"

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Our top choices for Drake hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

2. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

3. Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

4. Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

5. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona

7. Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

8. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

9. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10. AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

12. Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

14. Quality Inn & Suites Altoona - Des Moines

15. Sonesta Essential Des Moines

16. Super 8 by Wyndham Clive IA

17. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

18. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

19. Econo Lodge Ankeny - Des Moines

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Where to stay in Drake

Downtown Des Moines

Historic East Village

Court District

Southwestern Hills

Indianola Hills

Top Drake Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

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