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Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

3-star Hotel with Indoor pool

3 stars

100 Southwest Water Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

+1 515 288 4500
8.3
Very good

based on 179 reviews

$117
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
$117
Double room
$118
Standard room
$139
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About Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown, Des Moines

Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.3
Services
9.2
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.5
Located along the Des Moines River, Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown offers all-suite accommodations steps from Principal Park, the Court Avenue Entertainment District, the Science Center of Iowa, and the Iowa Events Center. Each studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suite features a fully equipped kitchen, separate living space, and free Wi-Fi. Guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily, an indoor pool, and a modern fitness center. Business travelers benefit from close proximity to federal buildings, Kemin Industries, Hy-Vee Hall, and Casey’s Center. Onsite parking is available in our secure garage for $20 per day. All guests must be 21 years or older to check in. For accurate GPS directions, please enter 160 Vine Street, Des Moines, IA.

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Property safety measures

Heightened sanitation

Daily cleaning, increased availability of sanitation products.

Social distancing measures

Lobbies with safe social distancing.

Streamlined check-in and check-out.

Minimal contact with hotel personnel and other guests.

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown room price & deals

Thu 7/24
Fri 7/25
Double room
1 king bed
$118
1 king bed
$134
King room
1 king bed
$117
1 sofa bed
$122
1 king bed
$134
Standard room
1 king bed
$139
bed type unknown
$143
bed type unknown
$168
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Kitchenware
  • Stovetop
  • Ice maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Kitchen

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Hypoallergenic
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Free toiletries
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Dining room
  • Dining table

General

  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Telephone

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Complimentary breakfast

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental
  • Mini-golf

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Pool

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Outdoor

  • Grill

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown Reviews

8.3
Very goodBased on 179 verified guest reviews
Pros +
  • "Front desk staff, totally awesome!" (in 11 reviews)
  • The residence inn staff was very friendly and helpful. (in 1 review)
  • I would highly recommend this hotel (in 8 reviews)
Cons -
  • They are supposedly going to comp one night (in 2 reviews)
  • Staff did not wear masks. (in 1 review)
  • Then they left the debris from the ceiling without cleaning up. (in 1 review)

Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown room booking info

Value for money

8.5

Location rating

9.3

Distance to city center

0.5 mi

Nearest Airport

Des Moines

Distance to airport

3.7 mi

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Frequently asked questions

  • How does Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown compare to other 3 star hotels in Des Moines?

    There is a $29/night difference in the average price of 3 star hotels in Des Moines ($173/night) and the average nightly rate at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown ($144/night).

  • How far is Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown from Des Moines?

    Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown is 3.7 mi away from Des Moines. You can typically expect your drive time from Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown to Des Moines to be 11min. It might be worth looking up traffic trends near your hotel if you are worried about saving time.

  • What is the best way to get to Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown from Des Moines?

    Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way to not only get from Des Moines to the hotel, but also around Des Moines during your stay may be renting a car. Car rentals in Des Moines are on average $43/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown. The nearest airport to the hotel is Des Moines.

  • Is Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown pet-friendly?

    Feel free to bring your dog with you while staying at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown.

  • Does Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown have a pool?

    Yes, Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown to Des Moines city center?

    0.5 mi separate the front steps of Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown and the city center of Des Moines where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Plaza Building, a very popular landmark in Des Moines.

  • What is the phone number for Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown, call +1 515 288 4500.

  • Does Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness center available to guests at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown?

    Yes, there is a gym available to guests of Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown. For gym hours, it is best to ask the front desk clerk during check-in.

  • What time is check-out for Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown?

    You can plan to arrive after 4:00 PM for checking in. Check-out time is 12:00 PM. We advise notifying the front desk of any requests as early as possible.

  • How much is a room at Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown?

    $247/night is a good average price right now, and some users have even reported deals that start from only $44/night. However, prices can change based on the time of year you’re booking, the type of room you prefer, etc. Fill in the form above to get deals for your trip.

  • Is there laundry service in Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown?

    Yes, there is. Reach out to Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown, Des Moines for more details on all available laundry services. Irons and ironing boards are included as featured amenities.

  • What is the distance from Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown, Des Moines to Hoyt Sherman Place?

    The distance from Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown to Hoyt Sherman Place, Des Moines is about 1.1 mi.

  • Is Dr. Anna E. and Andrew A. Johnstone House, Des Moines close to Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown?

    Yes, Dr. Anna E. and Andrew A. Johnstone House is only 1.9 mi from Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines Downtown.

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