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Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
Unwind by the warm glow of our fireplace or take a refreshing dip in our indoor pool. Enjoy comfort that’s just steps away from downtown action.

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Near the Iowa Events Center, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center offers a cozy retreat with an indoor pool, free breakfast buffet, and a fireplace in the lobby. With helpful staff and convenient amenities like in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, meeting rooms, coffee/tea in the lobby and self parking.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(94 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Jetted Tub, River View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
929 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, 50309

What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Casey's Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jethro's Bbq All Stars - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zombie Burger + Drink Lab - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Scopri - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hotel near Iowa Events Center
Located close to Casey's Center and Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center, Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Meeting rooms, a TV in the lobby, and ATM/banking services
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 155 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 7 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 10 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 10 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Quality Event Des Moines
Quality Inn Event
Quality Inn Event Des Moines
Des Moines Quality Inn
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center Des Moines, Iowa
Quality Inn & Suites Event Hotel Des Moines
Quality Inn And Suites Event Center
Quality Inn Des Moines
Quality Inn Event Center
Comfort Inn Event Center Hotel Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center on Dec 26, 2025 start from $92.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of USD 10 per day and a fee of USD 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this hotel is steps from Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. EMC Expo Center and Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 576 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shadienise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and professional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! We have stayed here several times and have never had any issues. Staff is great, our room was spotless, in fact, the whole hotel is very neat and clean!! We will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. Room was clean & comfortable. Breakfast was good. The hot things were actually hot! Pool was big. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, very quiet, a lot of space for parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great convenience to the hockey arena and downtown restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oralia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very sweet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was an amazing stay: very clean, friendly service & great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From our “check~in” to our “check~out” services and experiences EVERYTHING was AMAZING!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelcey

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean overall. Hotel was under renovation and that was not posted anywhere prior to booking. Bathroom was not great. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Helpful front desk. Nice room but the toilet is very low to the ground! Hard on my knees!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here multiple times when staying in DM for events. The facility is clean and the staff is very friendly and helpful. The location is very convenient for concerts and downtown activities and is better priced than other options in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Meghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traveled to Des Moines for the marathon. Liked that it was close to downtown with easy parking! Liked the comfortable bed/pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was friendly and the breakfast was very good. Hotel was undergoing renovations so it was a bit messy and dusty.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were friendly and the breakfast was great! Our bathroom door in our room was dirty and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good views of the river, capital, and within walking distance to several event areas.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was an older facility, but in a really good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness
Really like the location. Stay here whenever were in town. King room w/ river view, nice and spacious. Friendly staff. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a very affordable and convenient location to the downtown Des Moines area. This may be one of only a few downtown hotels that has free parking--very easy to get in and out. All the staff were wonderful. I also really appreciated my cooler that I had left in the fridge was found and waiting for me--thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room. Excellent breakfast. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jeramy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent room, staff friendly and nice parking very close to Casey’s Center. Was a good experience overall. Got price gouge but, was still a great time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was a piece of cake. Even though renovations are in progress, the hotel is clean and quiet. The room is comfortable and well equipped. Access to the Casey's Center is super easy. This is a great place to stay if you are attending an event there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10

It was great! Clean and welcoming along with the short walk to the event center
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025