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Where to stay in Drake
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Downtown Des Moines
4 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(1 area review)
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.
Top hotels in Drake
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is €106 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
€106
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Let there be light!
"Great lighting! This is the first hotel room I've stayed in that had enough lighting. Good job! Also, it was very clean and the location was excellent. On the not-so-good side, the room door was SO heavy and stiff that it was almost impossible to open, and the parking was limited."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €69 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
€69
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
5.6/10 (602 reviews)
"The main waterpark feature was closed. Had we known this, we may have booked elsewhere as we have a 5 year old child who loves the water features here. This is the second time in the last 12 months that we have stayed here and had problems with Pirates Cove water features being accessible to guests. ..."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
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The price is €136 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
€136
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,032 reviews)
Great location downtown Des Moines
"Stayed one night for a concert at the amphitheater. Perfect location with plenty of dinner options close by. Hotel was very nice, the room was super clean."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Drake University
Explore the campus of Drake University during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Casey's Center
Catch an event at Casey's Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Blank Park Zoo
5/5(1 review)
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Blank Park Zoo during your trip to Des Moines? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
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