Home2 Suites By Hilton Des Moines At Drake University

Each guest room at Home2 Suites By Hilton Des Moines At Drake University includes a kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, sink, microwave, and dishwasher. One-bedroom suites offer two separate rooms plus a bathroom, providing more space than standard hotel rooms. The curtains separating sleeping areas from living areas allow guests to create distinct zones within the room.

The hotel provides an indoor swimming pool and a fitness center with four cardio machines, dumbbells, and a Peloton bike. Spin2Cycle, an on-site laundry facility, is available for guests who need to wash clothes during extended stays. A shared lounge area with a TV and an outdoor fireplace offer spaces for relaxation or socializing.

A free hot breakfast buffet is served each morning, including eggs, bacon, waffles, oatmeal, fresh pastries, cheese, fruits, and juice. The hotel has a barbecue area and picnic facilities for outdoor dining. A vending machine and a 24-hour coffee station in the lobby provide snacks and beverages throughout the day.

The hotel allows one pet per room weighing up to 50 pounds for a one-time fee of $75 per stay. Guest reviews note that the hotel does not show signs of previous pet occupancy, with no odors or evidence of animals in the rooms. The policy is designed to accommodate travelers who need to bring their pets along.

Home2 Suites sits across the street from Drake University, with Drake Stadium 0.6 miles away and Wells Fargo Arena 2.1 miles away. The hotel offers a meeting space that accommodates up to 35 guests, a business center, and complimentary on-site parking with in-and-out privileges. Des Moines International Airport is 6 miles from the property, with restaurants such as Dough Co Pizza and Lucky Burger within walking distance.

Location: Across the street from Drake University, 6 miles from the airport

Rooms: Kitchenette suites with full-size refrigerator and dishwasher

Dining: Free hot breakfast buffet with eggs, bacon, waffles

Pet Policy: One pet up to 50 pounds for a flat $75 fee

Business: Meeting space for 35 guests with free parking

Family: Indoor pool and picnic area for outdoor meals