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Our top choices for Drake University hotels

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

1. 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, (1,412 reviews)
"Love the Bar and Restaurant also the Rooms were perfect with great staff in all locations."
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩167,161
₩187,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

2. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Super comfy bed breakfast wasnt bad lots of options"
United States
Cassandra
The price is ₩124,258
₩139,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

3. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Kasa Downtown Des Moines
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Cute little area, close to downtown. Parking is close - do not risk parking on the road!"
United States
Courtnie
The price is ₩78,458
₩177,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
A modern lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a distinctive ceiling design.

4. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"It was my second time staying and will definitely always choose this hotel. It was a very pleasant, beautiful, and the perfect spot downtown. Staff were also great!"
United States
Leanna
The price is ₩178,158
₩205,532 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Drake University
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (542 reviews)
"Great location to all of downtown"
United States
CINDY
The price is ₩152,757
₩171,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

6. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.1 km from Drake University
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Love the location of this hotel! Close to all things downtown and the shuddle is an added bonus!"
United States
Benjamin
The price is ₩181,055
₩202,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
A spacious hotel lobby with a blue sofa, a grey armchair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on a textured wall.

7. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"One of the nicest comfort inns I’ve stayed at it was very quiet for being in a busy spot of town"
United States
Ana
The price is ₩125,777
₩140,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

8. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Drake University
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was very good and so were the bed and linens. Very nice fitness center and pool very friendly staff!"
United States
dinah
The price is ₩147,057
₩164,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
A Holiday Inn hotel with a prominent green sign, a flagpole with an American flag, and a landscaped garden area.

9. 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
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms were clean. Enjoyed the bar on first floor and availability of morning breakfast Sunday."
United States
Mark
The price is ₩173,008
₩193,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

10. Wildwood Lodge

Wildwood Lodge
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Drake University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,231 reviews)
"Great place for family"
United States
Akacia
The price is ₩127,181
₩142,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Wildwood Lodge
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

Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Drake University
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Shazia
The price is ₩158,457
₩177,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines
Exterior

12. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
2.5 star property
12.9 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"One of the cleanest rooms I have ever stayed in"
United States
Merlin
The price is ₩112,858
₩126,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines
A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (657 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and things in the area."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩141,358
₩158,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona
A modern restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options including booths and tables, and pendant lighting.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
3.0 star property
13 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"New, clean hotel in a good location and with friendly staff"
United States
Nicholas
The price is ₩116,854
₩130,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines
A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (706 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!"
United States
Larry
The price is ₩139,667
₩156,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a wall-mounted artwork.

16. Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
9.9 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (754 reviews)
"Always enjoying staying there. Olivia and staff very kind and attentive. Bar and food very good."
United States
greg
The price is ₩164,752
₩184,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

17. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
3.0 star property
13.1 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (943 reviews)
"Nice staff and beautiful grounds"
United States
Stacia
The price is ₩175,020
₩196,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines
A sunroom with a glass ceiling, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

18. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 9.3 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,189 reviews)
"Great place to stay with a family!"
United States
Breanna
The price is ₩117,418
₩131,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

19. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
12.7 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (377 reviews)
"New hotel and everything worked great!"
United States
Kristi
The price is ₩108,633
₩121,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

20. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
11.5 km from Drake University
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,164 reviews)
"Great stay likes always"
United States
Kelly
The price is ₩134,102
₩150,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
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Compare popular hotels close to Drake University

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,412 reviews
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An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,007 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
Kasa Downtown Des Moines
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
129 reviews
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A modern lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a distinctive ceiling design.
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
542 reviews
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Top Drake University Hotel Reviews

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Downtown Des Moines

10/10 Excellent

This is one of the nicest hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Absolutely beautiful historic building with a grand scale and fully updated modern rooms. The design and comfort is impeccable. Large room and bathroom, but not so large that it isn’t cozy. Perfect in my opinion. The onsite dining options are fantastic for world class breakfast lunch and dinner at very reasonable prices. And the coffee is amazing. There were a couple of quirks in the room—the sound of trickling water whenever the ac turned...
United States
David Morrow
Reviewed July 28, 2025
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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 52 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 Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Drake University?

Expedia has 52 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.

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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, Valley Junction, and Temple Theater. You can check out the local talent at Hoyt Sherman Place, Lauridsen Amphitheater, and Wooly's.