Drake Holidays
- Plan, book, travel with confidence
Better together
Save up to €185 when you book a flight and hotel together*
Find the right fit
With over 300,000 hotels worldwide, it's easy to create a perfect package
Rest easy
Plan, book, and manage your trip all in one place
Where to stay in Drake
Find the best Drake areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Drake
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €113 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€113
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (930 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly. Room was nice and clean. Bed was comfortable. Could have used an extra pillow. Parking is really my only complaint."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €134 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€134
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Can’t say enough about the dining options on property. The café coffee is some of the best I’ve ever had. The mac & cheese there is to die for. And the daily happy hour at the upscale restaurant was also amazing. Staff was amazing and I certainly will never stay anywhere else in Iowa."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €71 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€71
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,575 reviews)
"Near the airport and great shuttle service to and from."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 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 lively festivals and great live music.
Blank Park Zoo
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.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.