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Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 0.5 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation i always stay here when in town!"
United States
Barbara
The price is ￥20,481
￥22,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Lobby sitting area

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,077 reviews)
"Awesome staff, unique environment, great location"
United States
Tyler
The price is ￥23,268
￥26,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Des Lux Hotel
Dinner served

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,207 reviews)
"Great restaurant and coffee bar! Great staff!"
United States
Maggie
The price is ￥23,866
￥26,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here when coming into town. Affordable, great breakfast, and easy to get too"
United States
Leah
The price is ￥15,065
￥16,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Exterior

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.7 km from Drake University
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Location and staff!"
United States
Tobin
The price is ￥20,813
￥23,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Restaurant

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Court District, 3.4 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff."
United States
Sal
The price is ￥25,853
￥28,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Indoor pool, sun loungers

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.6 km from Drake University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean, comfy bed, great breakfast!!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥20,975
￥23,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.9 km from Drake University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Thoroughly enjoyed staying here!"
United States
Travantae
The price is ￥18,536
￥20,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Exterior

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 4 km from Drake University
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (428 reviews)
"Very clea great location"
Canada
Paul
The price is ￥25,853
￥28,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Exterior

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3.8 km from Drake University
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay!"
United States
Nina
The price is ￥23,785
￥26,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Reception

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

Red Roof Inn Des Moines
2.0 star property
Marquisville, 7.1 km from Drake University
6.8 out of 10, (572 reviews)
"Great place highly recommend "
United States
Shari
The price is ￥10,605
￥11,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
Exterior

WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines

WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Drake University
6.6 out of 10, (263 reviews)
"Easy parking, room was clean no complaints."
United States
Payton
The price is ￥14,574
￥16,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
WoodSpring Suites Ankeny Des Moines
Free WiFi

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
2.0 star property
Marquisville, 7 km from Drake University
6.0 out of 10, (341 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay to just sleep! Very quiet place!"
United States
Chris
The price is ￥10,014
￥11,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
Indoor pool

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3.0 star property
6.3 km from Drake University
5.8 out of 10, (903 reviews)
"It was an ok stay"
United States
Bruce
The price is ￥10,244
￥11,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
2.0 star property
14.7 km from Drake University
6.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was outstanding "
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥11,669
￥13,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines

Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines
2.0 star property
6.7 km from Drake University
5.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Aging property"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥8,947
￥10,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Super 8 by Wyndham Des Moines
Reception

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Drake University
4.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"I stayed couple times , I didn't have any issues. The room was clean, tv worked, and was hotel for the price you couldn't beat!!! "
United States
Tarrin
The price is ￥9,659
￥10,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines North
Lobby

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive

Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive
2.0 star property
5 km from Drake University
7.2 out of 10, Good, (90 reviews)
"I have stayed here a few times. Solid basic stay in a good location to head out of town if you are just on an overnight. Staff has always been good."
United States
Marcus
The price is ￥7,724
￥8,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Quality Inn West Des Moines - Clive
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Drake University
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room- Clean Staff- Helpful Breakfast- N/A Parking- Fine"
United States
David
The price is ￥16,748
￥18,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Des Moines - Northwest by IHG
Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines
2.0 star property
Lovington, 5.9 km from Drake University
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice, clean property in good condition. I’ll happily stay here again in the future."
United States
John
The price is ￥10,202
￥11,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
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Compare popular hotels close to Drake University

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,009 reviews
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Lobby sitting area
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,077 reviews
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Dinner served
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,207 reviews
View
Lobby
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,007 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,000 reviews
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Top Drake University Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent
"Nice gym"
Steven 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Drake University?
Drake University is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 59 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Drake University?
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Drake University. Other good options within a few miles include Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown.
How many hotels are there near Drake University?
Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Drake University.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Drake University, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Drake University.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Drake University?
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What can I see and do near Drake University?
You'll want to browse the collections at Des Moines Art Center, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and Science Center of Iowa. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Walnut Street Bridge, and Valley Junction. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater, and Wooly's.