Area Hotels

After its recent $60 million renovation, the Hotel Fort Des Moines has returned as the crown jewel of downtown hotels and is the newest AAA 4 Diamond rated hotel in Iowa.  Stay at the historic Hotel Fort Des Moines, CURIO Collection by Hilton, and experience contemporary sophistication that rings with charm from its storied past.  Opened first in 1919, we have been host to 16 US Presidents and numerous stars from stage and screen.  Located on the downtown Des Moines skywalk, our prime location places you near all the city has to offer and ensures a comfortable walk to the Iowa Events Center in any weather.  Our newly renovated hotel is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and evokes nostalgia from the moment you step in to the grand two-story lobby.  Every guest room received a complete top to bottom renovation.  Enjoy the fantastic downtown views and sink into plush bedding while taking comfort with amenities like complimentary wireless internet, mini-refrigerators, in-room safes, smart HDTVs, and Keurig Coffeemakers.  Hotel Fort Des Moines features dining experiences to accommodate every palate from fine dining to casual coffee shop.  We look forward to welcoming you as our guest.

Hilton Des Moines Downtown is a bright and modern hotel in step with the tech-centric area. The hotel is connected to the Iowa Events Center via the Des Moines skywalk system and offers quick access to offices, local dining and Des Moines attractions. Our guestrooms are spacious and comfortable with refrigerators, laptop safes and USB charging ports.  We have plenty of conveniences for your stay, including Park Street Kitchen and Bar, indoor pool, fitness center, and Technology Lounge.