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A luxurious living room with a stone fireplace, a large mirror, and two blue armchairs.

A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, ornate chandeliers, and a bar area.

A hotel facade with a brick exterior, large windows, and a prominent entrance sign.

1. Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 3.1 km from Drake University

Heidi

NZ$282

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 3.1 km from Drake University

Todd

NZ$249

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 0.5 km from Drake University

Ashley

NZ$207

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

A hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall, a fireplace, and a dining area in the background.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel reception area with multiple coffee machines, a small seating area, and a counter with various amenities.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University

Mario

NZ$175

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a TV screen.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Hilton' sign, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with seating.

A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, seating areas, and artwork on the walls.

A modern restaurant with a large, abstract wall art piece, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University

Sweta

NZ$286

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A dining area with a round table and four chairs, large windows with blinds, and a potted plant on the table.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

6. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University

Mary

NZ$250

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

7. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University

Menashe

NZ$264

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and two lamps.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake University

Felicia

NZ$217

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a city view.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows along one side, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with a beige sofa, a teal ottoman, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a cabinet.

9. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 2.7 km from Drake University

Debbie

NZ$280

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.

10. Wildwood Lodge

9.7 km from Drake University

Kristian

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

11. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

8.8 km from Drake University

Jerad

NZ$223

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious, modern interior with a long wooden table and bar stools, a seating area with sofas, and a kitchen area with a countertop and shelving.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and tables.

12. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

8.5 km from Drake University

Maureen

NZ$152

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

13. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

13.1 km from Drake University

natallie

NZ$248

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

A buffet setup with various food items, including fruits and cereals, and a soup station.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

9.5 km from Drake University

nola

NZ$241

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

13.1 km from Drake University

Tiff

NZ$223

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

16. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

12.7 km from Drake University

gary

NZ$195

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue armchair, a desk, and a nightstand.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, white lounge chairs, and a tiled floor.

A clean, well-lit breakfast area with a self-service station, a coffee machine, and a variety of food items.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 9.3 km from Drake University

Robert

NZ$176

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a long counter with stools, and a visible kitchen area in the background.

A spacious living area with a large black marble fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern bar area with orange chairs.

An indoor venue with a brick wall, black chairs arranged in rows, and hanging plants.

18. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 3.4 km from Drake University

Ryan

NZ$330

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wall-mounted TV, and a mirror.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

19. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

12.9 km from Drake University

Nathan

NZ$175

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern gym with treadmills, exercise balls, and weight machines.

A spacious living area with a herringbone floor, wooden accents, and modern furniture.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows allowing natural light.

20. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

12.6 km from Drake University

Carl

NZ$231

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Drake University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 1,102 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	9.6 Exceptional 1,335 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Hilton Des Moines Downtown	9.0 Wonderful 999 reviews	View

Top Drake University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Room exactly as described wonderful atmosphere"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one night and it was amazing. The room was clean and the staff were so respectful and helpful!"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8/10 Good

"location. street parking"

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

8/10 Good

"My stay at Home2 Suites was comfortable and enjoyable, and the breakfast was the highlight. The options were fresh, well-prepared, and perfect for starting the day. The staff kept everything stocked and clean, making the whole experience easy and relaxing. I’d happily stay again."

"The Hay Loft" - Hot Tub - Game Room - Fire Pit - Office - Family FUN

10/10 Excellent

"Great property. Very clean. Decorated nicely. Provided all of the necessary essentials. Great communication with hosts. Would definitely book again."

Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for my son’s wedding. Lots of room for us all and things to keep us busy. Great host with lists of small thoughtful things to make our stay nice. Would definitely stay here again."

Bright and Spacious Historic Kingman Blvd 3Bdr #1

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, spacious house. Worked great for our State Fair housing need."

Forest Ave Historic Rutledge home 8 beds close to everything in the metro.

10/10 Excellent

"We were happy with this house. Lots of room for our family. The beds were all very comfortable, had lots of pillows and blankets. One room did not have a window unit but we brought a fan with us that we use at night and that seemed to work just fine for the room. Having all the toys, books and games was such a happy surprise for my kids. They spent hours playing with everything, and it was nice to have that and not worry that we didn’t bring enough things to keep them entertained. I will say one of the other room did have a very strong cat urine odor. I am not sure where it was coming from, but it was only that room. The kitchen was well stocked with all the basic tools needed for cooking meals. Having a large dinning area was very nice to eat at.The living room was very comfortable.It was nice to be closely located to everything we wanted to go to and also close to many grocery stores. We would definitely stay there again."

The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14

10/10 Excellent

"House was immaculate, beds were comfortable, hosts had thought of everything to make guests time enjoyable, posting pertinent info throughout the house, allowing us to check in early. The house has been updated to optimize space, and decorated really well. There was plenty of space for my teen kids, a few of their friends, and I during a two night stay while attending the IA State Fair. My kids had a blast playing just dance on the 3rd floor game room and using the hot tub nightly. The nightly price may have been increased due to demand during the IA state fair, but it seemed a little high for the age of the home and neighborhood. Aside from that, which is expected based on standard business principles, we had a 5 star stay."

Other attractions near Drake University

Knapp Center

Catch an event at Knapp Center during your trip to Des Moines.

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La Casa Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to La Casa Cultural Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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Black Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Black Cultural Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center during your stay in Des Moines.

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Burns United Methodist Church

Burns United Methodist Church is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Des Moines Community Playhouse

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can get tickets for a performance at Des Moines Community Playhouse during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Explore the campus of The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House as part of your travels around Des Moines. Experience the lively festivals or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Waveland Municipal Golf Course

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Des Moines at Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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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, take a look at the 52 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place 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 traveller 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 Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Drake University?

Expedia has 52 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Drake University.

What can I see and do near Drake University?

You'll want to browse the collections at Des Moines Art Center, Science Center of Iowa and Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Temple Theater. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater and Wooly's.

Top Hotels Near Drake University in Des Moines from NZ$152

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Our top choices for Drake University hotels

1. Des Lux Hotel

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

5. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

6. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

7. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

9. Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

10. Wildwood Lodge

11. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

13. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

17. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

18. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

19. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

20. Staybridge Suites Des Moines North Ankeny by IHG

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Top Drake University Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Des Lux Hotel

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

"The Hay Loft" - Hot Tub - Game Room - Fire Pit - Office - Family FUN

Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro

Bright and Spacious Historic Kingman Blvd 3Bdr #1

Forest Ave Historic Rutledge home 8 beds close to everything in the metro.

The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14

Other attractions near Drake University

Knapp Center

La Casa Cultural Center

Black Cultural Center

Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center

Burns United Methodist Church

Des Moines Community Playhouse

The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House

Waveland Municipal Golf Course

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