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In Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines)Make yourself at home in one of the 109 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.With a stay at AC Hotel Des Moines East Village, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, just a 5-minute walk from State Historical Society of Iowa Museum and 8 minutes by foot from Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater.  This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Wells Fargo Arena and 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  State Historical Society of Iowa Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi  Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi  Iowa State Capitol Building - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi  Walnut Street Bridge - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Des Moines Civic Center - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  Iowa Hall of Pride - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Hy Vee Hall - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  Iowa Events Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  Ruan Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  Wells Fargo Arena - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  Veterans Memorial Auditorium - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi  Science Center of Iowa - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi  The preferred airport for AC Hotel Des Moines East Village is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and gift shops/newsstands. This hotel also features wedding services, a television in a common area, and a banquet hall. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle that operates within 5 mi.Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Republic on Grand serving guests of AC Hotel Des Moines East Village. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

In Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines)Make yourself at home in one of the 111 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while 43-inch LED televisions with digital programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.Centrally located in Des Moines, Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Iowa Events Center and Iowa State Capitol Building.  This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Science Center of Iowa.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi  Walnut Street Bridge - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi  State Historical Society of Iowa Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  Des Moines Civic Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Iowa Hall of Pride - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Hy Vee Hall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  Iowa State Capitol Building - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  Iowa Events Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Wells Fargo Arena - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Science Center of Iowa - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Ruan Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Polk County Courthouse - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  The preferred airport for Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 9.4 km / 5.8 mi Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown, an IHG Hotel. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown an IHG Hotel

In Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines)Make yourself at home in one of the 234 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. 37-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.With a stay at Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown in Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines), you'll be steps from Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater and 4 minutes by foot from World Food Prize Hall of Laureates.  This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Wells Fargo Arena and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Simon Estes Riverfront Amphitheater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi  World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Walnut Street Bridge - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi  Des Moines Civic Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  State Historical Society of Iowa Museum - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi  Iowa Hall of Pride - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Hy Vee Hall - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Iowa Events Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Wells Fargo Arena - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  Science Center of Iowa - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Ruan Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Iowa State Capitol Building - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Polk County Courthouse - 1 km / 0.6 mi  The preferred airport for Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 9.4 km / 5.9 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Grab a bite to eat at Liberty's, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary full breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

In Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines)Make yourself at home in one of the 251 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.With a stay at Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area, an IHG Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Des Moines, within a 10-minute walk of Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center.  This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Des Moines Civic Center and 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Drake University.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Veterans Memorial Auditorium - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Wells Fargo Arena - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi  Iowa Events Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Hy Vee Hall - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Iowa Hall of Pride - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Ruan Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  801 Grand - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  Polk County Courthouse - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi  World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi  Des Moines Civic Center - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi  Walnut Street Bridge - 1.5 km / 1 mi  The Temple for Performing Arts - 1.5 km / 1 mi  Des Moines Public Library - 1.6 km / 1 mi  The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House - 1.7 km / 1 mi  The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area, an IHG Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, a picnic area, and a ballroom.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-in. Planning an event in Des Moines? This hotel has facilities measuring 9000 square feet (836 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy American cuisine at Genevieve Restaurant, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Holiday Inn Downtown Mercy Area an IHG Hotel

In Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines)Make yourself at home in one of the 209 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.A stay at Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel places you in the heart of Des Moines, within a 10-minute walk of Ruan Center and 801 Grand.  This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Wells Fargo Arena and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Ruan Center - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  801 Grand - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  The Temple for Performing Arts - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Polk County Courthouse - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Des Moines Public Library - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Des Moines Civic Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  World Food Prize Hall of Laureates - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Iowa Hall of Pride - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  Walnut Street Bridge - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  Veterans Memorial Auditorium - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi  Hy Vee Hall - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi  Iowa Events Center - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  Science Center of Iowa - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  The preferred airport for Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel is Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including wireless Internet access (surcharge) and concierge services. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include gift shops/newsstands, wedding services, and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Des Moines? This hotel has facilities measuring 12451 square feet (1157 square meters), including conference space.You can enjoy a meal at Scopri Restaurant serving the guests of Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.

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