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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Drake University

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Home2 Suites by Hilton, near Drake University, offers a practical start with to-go breakfast options. Enjoy WiFi, a 24-hour gym, indoor pool, and attentive staff. The location consistently earns high marks from previous visitors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(74 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 King Bed, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
  • 493 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 416 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - queen
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Hearing)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 493 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 King Bed (Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 593 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

One-Bedroom Suite With 1 King Bed And Roll-in Shower-Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom King Suite Hearing Accessible-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom King Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for 1 King Mobility/Hearing Access Tub Studio Ns

Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

1 King Mobility/Hearing Access Tub Studio Ns

  • Sleeps 4

One-Bedroom Queen Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Studio-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Studio With 2 Queen Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 6

King Studio Suite-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
2650 University Ave., Des Moines, IA, 50311

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Knapp Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Des Moines Community Playhouse - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Chai - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Horse - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Hotel near Drake University
Located close to Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center, Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University provides a free breakfast buffet, a firepit, and laundry facilities. In addition to a 24-hour gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • ATM/banking services, a front-desk safe, and meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 124 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Hilton CleanStay

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Hotel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Des Moines

Frequently asked questions

Does Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

As of Dec 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University on Dec 28, 2025 start from $91.2, 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 Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

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

What time is check-out at Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University located?

Located in Drake, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Drake University and within 3 mi (5 km) of Iowa Events Center and Casey's Center. Principal Park and Iowa State Fairgrounds are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 780 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Great stay, friendly staff (awesome help
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beds. Spacious rooms. Good breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room, delicious breakfast, great experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything clean and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Nice place, nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great variety of food for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

KRISTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. The people shoveling snow woke up my whole family in the middle of the night. And the walls are paper thin…we could hear every word from our neighbors.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and service oriented staff. Breakfast is varied from day to day for the long term stay. Across the street from Drake University which is a nice area to walk with close dining options.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice combo of room and small-ish kitchenette - across from Drake U - GREAT STAFF
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, check in easy and friendly staff. Not too many health options for breakfast Located just across the street from Drake University
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with friendly staff. Super cute neighborhood walking distance to Drake University.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All fine. Nice and comfortable rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has a great location and provide a great place to stay for a visit to Des Moines. I recommend this highly especially if driving into town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. The shower gel and conditioner were empty.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clark

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was professional and kind. The hotel was clean and breakfast was hot and plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet hotel. Staff was very kind and helpful, hotel was also conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay, clean and staff was very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful from check-in to checkout. Fantastic breakfast open the curtains to a very clean window with a great view. People working here are very kind and efficient would definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was knowledgeable and kind. The hotel was spotless. Loved the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely LOVE this hotel for all that it offers from laundry, to workout space, to pool, to the kitchenette in the room! Everything is great and the staff is wonderful! Will definitely be staying there again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of room amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025