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Des Moines Marriott Downtown, Des Moines
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About the Hotel
700 Grand Avenue,
Des Moines,
Iowa,
United States,
50309,
Iowa
Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers a modern stay in the city's business district with upscale amenities. This 3-star hotel features a premier restaurant, an indoor pool, and extensive event spaces.
Rooms & Amenities
Stylish rooms at Des Moines Marriott Downtown feature signature bedding, air conditioning, and great views of the city. Guests can enjoy 24-hour room service and the convenience of laptop-friendly workspaces. Upgrade to concierge level for access to exclusive benefits like the Concierge Lounge.
Dining Options
Dining options include the inventive Mash + Marrow, which serves high-end American classics, and the Rock River Grill & Tavern, popular among locals for hearty breakfasts. There is also an on-site Starbucks offering a variety of coffee and snacks.
Leisure & Business
The hotel features a heated indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center for leisure activities. With over 28,261 square feet of event space, it is well-equipped to host business events and social gatherings.
Services & Local Area
Des Moines Marriott Downtown is conveniently connected to the downtown skywalk, allowing guests to access nearby shopping and dining without exposure to the weather. The hotel is also within walking distance of attractions like the historic state capitol.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Relaxing Pool Area
“The pool was spacious and inviting, complete with beach-sized towels that made drying off a breeze.” view full review
Perfect Meeting Spot
“The lobby bar served as an excellent gathering place for our large group, providing a vibrant atmosphere to connect.” view full review
Impressive Gym
“The workout rooms were excellent, featuring state-of-the-art equipment that made our fitness routine enjoyable.” view full review
Spotless and Inviting
“Upon arrival, the room smelled clean and fresh, creating a welcoming ambiance for our stay.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Hiking
Cycling
Bowling
Services
Valet parking
Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Indoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Beauty treatment
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Sink
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
700 Grand Avenue,
Des Moines,
Iowa,
United States,
50309,
Iowa
Map view
street view
700 Grand Avenue,
Des Moines,
Iowa,
United States,
50309,
Iowa
City landmarks
Park
Pappajohn Sculpture Park
760 m
Museum
Science Center of Iowa
900 m
Event hall
Polk County Convention Complex
1.0
km
730 3rd St
Wells Fargo Arena
1.0
km
Court Avenue
Court Avenue
840 m
Public Building
Capitol Building
2.1
km
Market
Des Moines' Downtown Farmers' Market
660 m
Garden
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
1.8
km
Garden
Robert D. Ray Asian Gardens
1.0
km
100 Locust St
World Food Prize Hall of Laureates
630 m
Event hall
Grand Hall @ The Temple for Performing Arts
780 m
Stadium
Iowa Wild
760 m
1 Line Dr
Principal Park
1.5
km
330 Park St
Iowa Hall of Pride
1.0
km
4th Street
4th Street
1.0
km
Museum
Wells Fargo Museum
1.0
km
Garden
Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden
1.0
km
Margo Frankel Woods State Park
1.0
km
Des Moines River
Lake Red Rock
1.0
km
Museum
State Historical Museum
1.6
km
Spa Centre
East Village Spa
1.7
km
Museum
Hoyt Sherman Place
990 m
111 Court Ave
Polk County Heritage Gallery
650 m
Park
Gray's Lake Park
2.2
km
2002 Woodland Avenue
Gateway Market
1.5
km
Night club
Lime Lounge
1.3
km
Park
Raccoon River Park
2.0
km
Nearby
Theatre
Des Moines Civic Center
570 m
Public Building
Polk County Courthouse
490 m
Night club
Wasabi Tao
500 m
Restaurants
Bruegger's Bagels
310 m
655 Walnut St Ste 236 Suite 236
Burger King
260 m
665 Walnut St Kaleidoscope Mall #120
West End Architectural Salvage Coffee Shop
700 m
22 SW 9th St
Ritual Cafe
840 m
1301 Locust St Ste D
El Bait Shop
1.1
km
200 SW 2nd St
The High Life Lounge
1.1
km
200 Southwest 2nd Street
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
1.2
km
300 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy Suite 120
Tasty Tacos
990 m
1400 E Grand Ave
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
70%
liked the hotel and would stay again
clean
friendly staff
room layout
dining issues
7.0/10
Very good
Rooms
7.2
Location
8.0
Service
7.8
Dining
5.3
Guest reviews
7.0/10
based on 6 reviews
7.8
7.8/10 based on 96 reviews
Richard
United States,
March
2024
6.6/10
The hotel is newly renovated, impressively clean, and very cozy, offering a pleasant stay. However, the room layout with only one bed did not suit our family of four. The staff is friendly, but there were instances of unprofessional behavior. The location is convenient and within walking distance of various activities, though some extra charges were incurred. The dining experience had its flaws, but the facilities were satisfactory overall.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are impressively clean and very cozy, but the layout with only one bed was inconvenient for us.
Service
6.0
The staff is friendly, but there were some unprofessional moments that could be improved.
Location
8.0
The location is convenient and within walking distance of many activities, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience had some issues, such as the presence of moldy bread and limited breakfast options.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, offering what is necessary for a comfortable stay.
clean
room layout
Al
United States,
March
2024
6.0/10
The hotel didn't meet my expectations overall; the wooden flooring in the room felt less cozy than carpet, and the room size was smaller than described. However, the service was excellent, from the friendly staff to the accommodating valet. The location was perfect, close to everything one would want to visit. The dining experience was overpriced and below expectations.
Rooms
5.0
The room's wooden flooring didn't give a homely feel I prefer with carpet. It was smaller than expected and located across from the custodian's closet.
Service
7.0
The service was very nice and friendly overall, but lacked efficiency, particularly with the paid valet service.
Location
8.0
The location was perfect and very comfortable, but challenging to locate via GPS. It's very close to all the attractions in the Des Moines area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was well below our expectations; it was overpriced and confusing in terms of payment.
Facilities
6.0
Nicole
United States,
August
2023
7.0/10
I found the hotel to be clean and welcoming, with comfortable rooms and very friendly staff. However, the dining experience fell short of expectations due to limited options and high prices. The location was convenient, albeit a bit tricky to locate at first.
Rooms
6.0
The king bed room assigned for the wedding party was spartan and smaller than expected based on the description and pictures.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with helpful staff that offered assistance with restaurant recommendations and directions to the city's skywalk system.
Location
8.0
The hotel is in a surprising location in Des Moines, ideal for a conference visit, and close to popular destinations like the Civic Center and 801 Chophouse.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was overpriced and below expectations, lacking certain food options and causing confusion over payment.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate but not exceptional, meeting basic needs without additional frills.
Brad
United States,
July
2023
7.4/10
The hotel room at 10 pm at night was amazing with a beautiful view and included amenities offered by many other hotels. However, it was not to my liking. The service provided by the front desk clerk to take us up 12 floors to the northwest and help with any needs was excellent, including the assistance to operate the front desk and prepare our room service meals. The location, although clean and welcoming, was difficult to find via GPS but was convenient and within walking distance of many restaurants and activities. The dining experience, while offering freshly prepared dishes brought promptly to the room, was well below our expectations and a bit expensive. The facilities overall seemed modern and comfortable.
Rooms
8.0
The room was amazing at 10 pm with a beautiful view.
Service
9.0
The front desk clerk was great about helping us out and even cooking our food for room service.
Location
7.0
The location was clean and welcoming but difficult to find via GPS, although it was convenient and close to various activities and dining options.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was below expectations and a bit expensive, but the dishes were freshly prepared.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities seemed modern and comfortable.
Dan
United States,
May
2023
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was simply amazing. The rooms offered a beautiful view, with a king bed that was exceptionally comfortable. They were very clean and well-appointed. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff always ready to assist. The location was convenient to explore downtown Des Moines, and the dining experience, while generally good, had some room for improvement. Overall, a wonderful experience with great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were amazing with a beautiful view, and the king bed was super comfortable. They were very clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was great about helping us out and very friendly and helpful.
Location
8.0
The hotel was within walking distance to many downtown interests in Des Moines. It was a bit difficult to find via GPS, but once there, it was a great location to hang out with friends and explore the area.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was generally good, but there was a slight hiccup with some service confusion. The food was brought quickly and warm, but there was an issue with an item served.
Facilities
The hotel facilities were good overall, offering amenities like room service, laundry, and valet parking.
Charles
United States,
May
2023
7.4/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location was convenient, with many nearby restaurants and activities within walking distance. The rooms, while clean and comfortable, felt a bit simple for my taste. The service was friendly and helpful, but there were certain limitations in decision-making. The dining options had some drawbacks, including confusion with payments, but the grilled salmon was delightful.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very clean and comfortable, but some may find the decor a bit Spartan.
Service
7.0
The staff was polite, very helpful, and friendly. However, they seemed limited in making certain business decisions.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, offering easy access to downtown attractions and the unique Des Moines Skywalk.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience had its ups and downs; while some dishes were delicious, there were issues like the presence of mouldy bread and confusing payment processes.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory with basic amenities available.
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