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Des Moines · Iowa

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

435 Park Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50309

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Check-in
Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

Luxurious Accommodation in the Heart of Des Moines

  • Modern Amenities for Your Comfort

    Experience a stay at Hilton Des Moines Downtown where every room is equipped with a seating area, flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels provided in each room for your comfort.

  • Convenience and Entertainment at Your Fingertips

    Indulge in the hotel's indoor pool, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant and bar. Take advantage of the free shuttle service and business centre. With popular attractions just a stone's throw away, including Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center, your stay at Hilton Des Moines Downtown promises both convenience and entertainment.

Book your stay now at Hilton Des Moines Downtown for a luxurious and unforgettable experience in Des Moines!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Clean modern hotel

  • Helpful staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

55 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Airport shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Bar
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
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Pools & wellness

  • Indoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Mobile app for room service
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Paid WiFi
  • Room service
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

431 reviews
7/ 10
Location, clean.
Michael · solo traveller · 2026-10-08

The guest experience

8.8out of 10
431 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Clean modern hotel
  • Helpful staff

Worth knowing — Cleanliness issues · High parking fees · Rude bartenders

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.5

    Guests appreciated the excellent location near the convention center and events.

  • Overall Experience9.5

    Overall, guests had a pleasant experience and plan to return, indicating satisfaction.

  • Amenities9.0

    Amenities like a bar and restaurant were present, enhancing the stay.

  • Service9.0

    Although there were some complaints, the staff displayed politeness and resolved issues when they arose.

  • Food and Beverage8.5

    The food was good, but the service within the bar left some guests disappointed.

  • Room Quality8.5

    Generally clean rooms, although some guests felt that room sizes did not match expectations.

  • Value for Money8.5

    Perceived value was affected by additional charges like parking and lack of breakfast.

  • Cleanliness8.0

    There were issues with cleanliness, including dirty floors and glass shards found.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

67% of 12 recent stays rated 8+

8.8431 reviews
  • Need a little work

    7/10

    Michael · solo traveller · 2026-10-08

    “Location, clean.”

  • Guest review

    1/10

    Jason · couple · 2026-09-09

    “Very average, so over priced and still waiting for my invoice. Emailed twice”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Angela · couple · 2026-08-11

    “Beds and pillows were super comfortable and staff was really sweet.”

  • Breakfast

    6/10

    N6574FXstanleyw · Family · 2026-08-06

    “Breakfast was excellent/ The host (Bambi) was extremely helpful and very kind”

  • Grant - awesome bartender!

    10/10

    121molliem · Business · 2026-08-05

    “The location of this hotel is perfect, with a skywalk to the convention center where we were working over the weekend. The bar and restaurant area were welcoming and had a nice buzz of industry people to network with. The food was great and the drinks even better. The bartender, Grant, took excellent care of us and even recommended local restaurants to check out. Thanks for a great stay!”

  • Great stay at the Downtown Hilton Des Moines.

    10/10

    kathyoB345RK · Friends getaway · 2026-07-20

    “My stay at the Downtown Hilton in Des Moines was very enjoyable. Trevor in the restaurant was very friendly and helpful. Olivia and Chris were super bartenders. Braeden was very helpful at check in and check out.”

  • It was a very positive experience.

    10/10

    gwendR8979AE · Friends getaway · 2026-07-18

    “The staff was very friendly and extremely helpful. Check-in was quick and efficient. The restaurant staff were kind and attentive to our needs. The assistant manager made us feel especially welcome.”

  • Definitely recommend!

    10/10

    nojunecleaver · Friends getaway · 2026-07-18

    “Sherman was a wonderful server who handled our large group very professionally. Nathan was kind enough to take our photo not once but twice. And Trevor was pleasant and we appreciated his hospitality. My meal was delicious. Was a very nice experience.”

  • Gracious service

    10/10

    583jeanaf · Business · 2026-07-18

    “Sherman and Trevor facilitated my WELCA group to enjoy supper on a Saturday night. The food was served in a timely manner. Trevor and Sherman were very gracious and made us welcome. Food was excellent and filling. Nathan took group photos for us twice.”

  • Great service in Hilton dining room at breakfast

    10/10

    J6363BWelizabethb · Business · 2026-07-18

    “Cathy was the best server in the dining room at breakfast. Cathy served us She was attentive, friendly and made sure everything was just right.”

  • We come for the journey concert will stay again thank you

    10/10

    Toni · extended group · 2026-07-09

    “Very friendly and inviting great place”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Rachelean · solo traveller · 2026-07-02

    “We booked the exact same room for our 5th anniversary as we had for our wedding night! That was cozy. It is a lovely and clean hotel.”

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