the pandemic shut down the morning breakfast bar.

wonderful kitchen, nice facility, perfect location for our stay

hotel and great facilities, including full kitchen, nice gym and pool, very nice staff and pet friendly

as for the amenities, i could tell all the kids thoroughly enjoyed the pool

virus of course stopped the usual breakfast fare, but the staff went well above and provided us with a decent enough breakfast

great breakfast, 12p check out so kids could swim

liked the central location, the fitness center was more than just a treadmill and a few weights, the pool was a good size for

clean great breakfast

cleanliness fun decor excellent breakfast

new hotel, so it was very modern and clean. breakfast was great with a lot of options.

had a room right next to the pool

great breakfast

there was no water dispenser in the entire hotel - even the one in the gym was empty

location and breakfast. the room was comfortable and quiet.

pool room very nice cleaned and very quite

did not eat breakfast.

the parking situation was also well accommodating

breakfast was essentially nil.

breakfast biscuits and gravy was cold and not good

wifi went out and we were given no discount

at the bar could be a little cheaper

loved the water park and the staff. the arcade was nice as well.

the pool, tiki bar and restaurant were all very nice

was nice for the kids

i also was expecting the advertised breakfast that was complimentary with the stay but were told we had to pay/order from the

also, the kids wanted to swim in the hot

not get the wifi to work on my phone at all the whole weekend

friendly and helpful staff. nice pool area. great breakfast buffet.

this hotel was easy, the rooms were clean, pool was open late, and room service was merely a call or click away

arrival and she charged me again, completely ruin my trip, because that money was to go to my kids for school shopping

walked in i could tell it was clean , room was clean , beds were comfortable , shower felt nice , breakfast was decent , good location, easy to find and

breakfast is definitely the most important meal of the day making the complimentary restaurant

no laundry facilities available, which was part of my reasoning for coming.

had a laundry room on site and it was very peaceful and very clean got a lot of good channels and they're

the staff was very helpful. the breakfast was always great and the cleanliness was outstanding.

awesome swimming pool and hot tub...

we loved the pool/hot tub

the heated indoor / outdoor pool is amazing, and the kids would really love to go back to

i didn't eat breakfast. the bar made a good drink.

location offered breakfast and coffee as well as has a bar and serves food, however i was enjoying the accomodations of the jacuzzi room we rented that we

decent free breakfast

i used the on site laundry with detergent i bought locally

had a conjoined room to not have to sleep in a different room than my husband and separate the kids

it would have been more convenient to serve the coffee in the same room as the rest of the breakfast items

roomy rooms, laundry available

the breakfast was delicious and the pool was amazing. jacuzzi was my favorite part

very good breakfast. loved the muffins. staff was very friendly.

good wifi speed

breakfast was wonderful the coffee was hot, the eggs fluffy and the attendant courteous

beds were comfortable. pool area nice.

pool, snacks

it's clean, fresh, in a great location, has a nice pool and fitness room, and exceptionally friendly staff

great breakfast, nice pool, helpful staff and nice rooms.

rooms were exceedingly clean and new, including lobby, breakfast and pool area

room. pool and spa. i would not allow glass beer bottles in that area.

lots of kids running around in hallways without adult supervision

very nice fitness center

price it would've been nice/helpful to have a complimentary breakfast- especially traveling with kids

kids running the halls at 1 am

were a little disappointed that there was no chocolate bar in our little bag, just a bottle of water

easy to find. scenic property. quiet, cool rooms, roll in shower. comfortable bed. indoor pool.

hotel and breakfast, customer service helpful: hotel had a pool, gym and lots of space

great staff, nice pool

the modern style, colors, all sorts of textures. gym pool. nice windows for community seating.

would’ve been nice to know the bar was closed

the temp of the pool needs turned up some

the room was very clean bathroom was great the pool was fantastic great place to stay

the breakfast wasn’t very good so we went to another restaurant to eat

in breakfast, thought there would be some meat on the buffet

she was taking care of everything, including hotel laundry as well as helping customers

very good choice for breakfast.

size of the room and kitchen was great, especially for a family of 4

clean, spacious room. great breakfast!

the pool was super salty

breakfast buffet with more than the normal hotel fare

comfy bed, kitchenette and breakfast

everything! breakfast, pool, suite property was amazing

texas roadhouse in the parking lot

the breakfast was great, the parking was great.

breakfast was the only weak point of the stay -- maybe better fruit

also i enjoyed the pool and whirlpool

the pool was pretty small but served its purpose for the kids just using it a couple of times.

i did not try the food. i loved everything. from the fire pit to the pool

the pool was filthy needs a good scrub down . walls in our room were very uncleanly

breakfast is available but not continental. pool/hot tub are both quite small.

good breakfast bar selections, good location right off i35 and convenient to

great restaurants close by and good breakfast options available

breakfast staff was exceptionally attentive and super friendly. made us all feel very welcome.

breakfast in the morning, too

the pool was a little milky in color. the area was nice with chairs and a table.

i asked for a pool side room amd was put on the other side of the hotel.

pool was great

we had a coupon for a limited breakfast which was okay

the breakfast in the diner was very good, we noticed lots of local people there

cool bar and lounge and nice pool.

breakfast however there was a little delay when steam plates were emptied and getting fresh food

we did not use the pool or exercise area but they looked good

great people, large room, comfortable bed and goos breakfast

location, new, great breakfast, suites,

the pool and hot tub was fantastic

breakfast was fabulous with a wonderful selection to choose from and welcoming dining area to enjoy

location and cleanliness. pool and hot tub both open with no restrictions.

clean and friendly, great breakfast!

bed very comfortable, nice hot breakfast

pool hours are great, rooms are very clean, and the bed was comfy.

i like the spa tub in the room

owned by eastern indians and they were stingy with towels and we had to the laundry room ourselves if we wanted more…

and we where charged more for our pet fee than is stated on bookings we had to pay 30

liked the variety at the breakfast. the night person was very friendly when we checked in.

room was good size and very clean. coin laundry onsite.

no hot tub in pool area

pool great location for des moines appointments coffee available upon check in, in the breakfast

it was clean, the customer service was awesome and the breakfast was fabulous

the breakfast spread had a little bit for everybody

the pool was cold!

had the spa room and as a person with limited mobility had problem getting out of the tub, need more

pool clean and nice

the grandkids loved the big heated pool. it was a great break from the cold iowa winters

menu in bar could have been larger but the chicken wings were great.

great staff. great ammenties. love the pool and hot tub

breakfast was great. location, great! staff, great!!!

location was very good for us getting around town, the suite was very comfortable, kitchen had all we needed and the walk-in shower was a very nice bonus

breakfast was good. location was excellent for drake university. full kitchen.

convenient location, ability to cancel last minute without incurring a fee, gym

breakfast was great to start everyday. staff was very friendly and attentive. clean facility

location & pool.

swimming pool

beds were comfortable, great location!! shuttle was very nice and the driver was excellent!

prices at the bar seemed very high

nice, clean facility. bar was inviting. staff very friendly.

beds were comfortable, i liked your breakfast options

elevators are small and the pool is too cold

the fitness center is rundown. no drinking water bottles in room.

did not serve any meat options for breakfast

was a breeze, the room itself was super comfy and we loved the breakfast options

location, cleanliness and pool

room service was a mystery - not certain if it was available or not

also they forgot part of our room service and had to go down stairs to ask for it

so nice, comfortable and quiet, but also fun for the kids!!!

is we were not aware there was state wrestling going on so our little get away without the kids did not go as planned

pool too cold to use

the bar was very nice. the valet guys were great

pool could have been a bit warmer but was nice

pool and exercise room, omelet station, bar and appetizers.

pool was a little too cold, plus i thought there was a hot tub, but that was a little disappointing

we had little kids that were very disappointed

the complementary continental breakfast was yummy! huge rooms with super comfy beds!

did not get the breakfast but i didn’t like that it felt like a deli counter

use during our stay which one of the things i was looking for when searching for a room for my kids to play

the tiny pool.

modern, clean rooms and a nice fitness room.

also ordered room service and it never came

room service, beds

the parking facilities is right next to the property, the shuttle service was so convenient, and staff were nice

die) was incredible after a super successful day with a toddler

beautiful property. huge rooms; we had a fireplace spa tub, and 50 in flat screen.

nicest staff, spa area and room

you don't like clean rooms, top quality beds, unique atmosphere, excellent fitness facility with spa, amazing breakfast with made-to-order omelets, and friendly staff - then

we were traveling with kids so having separate rooms was not ideal but at least we had rooms to stay in

the bed and kitchen area

pool was nice and warm for my six year old and ourselves parents

clean and great breakfast

staff, large rooms, a fantastic breakfast with different options day to day

the breakfast wasn't to die for

the continental breakfast had a fresh waffle maker

there isn't a hot tub in the pool area and they currently aren't serving breakfast due to covid

of options for breakfast both hot and cold

pool,room

that there is an adult only pool hour

breakfast was awesome with an omelet bar

we loved meeting for a daily hot breakfast and complimentary happy hour in the common area

room service was very good. breakfast was great!

usually when i go to hotels there is a lot of kids and not really enough for adults to do

wine/coffee bar downstairs was out of service for any type of espresso drink, so that was disappointing

restoration was beautiful, employees all very friendly, coffee bar was added bonus

d to pay $10/night - shame on you hilton)

yways and elevators were out of order at the hotel) and complimentary wifi

very clean, comfortable bed, very good gym, friendly very helpful staff

lovely restaurant and bar area

the coffee bar was astounding, flavorful and a warm welcoming experience

room service food via box lunch style in a paper bag

rooms, lobby, and bar made us feel like we were in a very high class hotel

come back next time i'm in des moines for work, beautiful room, great restaurant and good gym

clean - friendly staff- location- good breakfast-

not much to complain about. breakfast would be a nice addition.

listing stated it had a pool

the breakfast was good

bar food was good, but strange food options, definitely not kid friendly or for those with a pretty

the breakfast bar close down a little to soon :-)

hotel was nice and location was perfect. breakfast was awesome.

the price was right. nice kitchenette.

very clean and comfortable rooms; nice breakfast; central downtown location.

room was great, modern and had a kitchen available

free breakfast, swimming pool

always appreciate a 24 hour gym and that there were a couple more pieces of equipment beyond treadmills and free weights

wish pool was bigger!

tub was not very hot and jets didnt work but the pool was great

the business center, laundry room and fitness area were all conveniently located on 1st floor

clean room, friendly staff, offering room service, excellent breakfast

all of us , we were very grateful for that , we had other family staying there also , and the pool was lovely , oh

there was a shuttle provided to take you downtown. nice walkable location and very polite staff.

i was sad the spa wasn't working

gym with ice treadmill/elliptical and free weights

pool and hot tub were a bonus for kids

there were no guests in the pool.

great fitness center,pool, hot tum

awesome pool and family friendly.

great fitness center,pool, hot tum

breakfast had good variety and flavor

room was clean, staff was friendly, and breakfast had a good selection of gym.

the pool area was nice and clean and even though i didn’t get to eat the breakfast, my family said it

i do wish that the poolside rooms had reserved tables just specifically for each room.

wish breakfast was until 10:00, we like to sleep in

the property was clean, breakfast was good, and the staff was excellent!

outside was overgrown & looked abandoned woman living in her car in the parking lot

have enjoyed more protein options for breakfast such as a meat and egg option

breakfast times could be longer, and checkout time could be later as well

parking was not provided accurately

i had was that on saturday night of my stay,which was my last night, there were a bunch of little kids running around and screaming loudly until a little after midnight,and nobody did a thing about

are large open floor plan and let kids run around it late.

great gym facility

no hot tub and kids playing in elevators

i was working out at the gym and there was already some folks at the swimming pool, when i saw around 15-20 more people

we didn't get to try your breakfast this time cuz we had to be at the ball field early

pool and hot tub were awesome and the staff was exceptional

parking is congested. bathroom i d very small.

pool and hot tub were large for just a plain hotel pool

the pool and hot tub were very nice and big

friendly staff, comfortable breakfast dining area.

the pool and hot was great for our family

great breakfast

gym did not have cleaning wipes for equipment until i asked

was clean and comfortable, breakfast was great

the staff were welcoming. the breakfast buffet was excellent. the room was clean and spacious.

pool/jacuzzi was great

said they were still doing breakfast which is unusual with covid

covid has ruined breakfast for hotels. understandable but disappointing.

i didnt like how dirty the pool water was or how cold it was and i hated the hot tub didnt work

breakfast was not included in our package so i don,t know how it was.

breakfast buffet was great with wonderful service

rooms were beautiful! and the free breakfast was extrodinary

) and had breakfast at the cafe the next day and our waitress was awesome

no breakfast.

surprised to see a bar in the lounge

the gym was really nice

hotel free laundry in updates machines daily breakfast staff everyone is so nice rooms are large with sitting

the pool could be a bit larger. very crowded with lots of kids

staff provided two and said the rest were in the laundry and to come back in an hour, went back still no towels and to come back later…game up and

the kitchen employee blaring her 80s hair band at 0700 at breakfast. put ear buds in.

huge room with kitchenette. big comfy bed!

disappointed that pool & spa were closed !

friendly great customer service an 24 hr pool

the bathtub, kitchen amenities outside area behind

though we didn't use the pool or the gym, the areas were gorgeous and looked so inviting

adequate parking

great quiet room, great beds. gym equipment , breakfast buffet. fun time w/family too! thanks.

no everything was well organize and the parking lot was clean and secure '

just an overnight stay so no pool use but it did look like fun

choices for the hot breakfast, only meat choice was turkey sausage which i never saw any

pool and breckfast

was a great location for shopping adventureland and the casino

nice altoona area, close to highway. good breakfast.

awesome breakfast.. great variety.

kids were running the halls, etc

we were at the solheim cup so perfect location for des moines golf & country club

the large variety was wonderful. we actually had a choice of what to eat for breakfast.

nice fitness center

the motel was surprisingly quiet for how many kids were there for a football tournament

quiet, warm pool, good breakfast

the breakfast was great, the pool was functional and clean, the extended hours were nice also.

there were softball cause the hotel was full of very loud unsupervised kids

wish pool was bigger for amount of kids in it!

the breakfast was great, the pool was functional and clean, the extended hours were nice also.

we ended up with a king size bed and no room for our kids

lobby bar is great

male bartender/server in the lobby bar on the evening of 7/27/19 was extremely friendly and helpful

the bar staff were very nice

the kids running the hallways until after 1am, there was basketball football and hockey tournaments

sofa bed would have been fantastic for one or two people but was lacking for two adults and two kids

hot tab and swimming pool

had been a snow storm the following morning the back entrance where the handicap parking was hadn't been cleaned

like that this hotel has ample free parking, it's pet friendly, has a hot tub and pool with generous hours and a decent free breakfast

great staff, clean rooms, large rooms, nice pool,

i especially appreciated the exercise room, pool, and friendly family staff who were always ready to help with a question or request

returned rental car at night, got shuttle, and than in the morning for the airport

people were camped out in the hallway waiting for their laundry

size is good, cleaness on avg level, front desk nice and helpful, free breakfast is ok, gym and pool available but no time to go

the gym equipment was nice.

nice room, spacious and clean, breakfast was nice

the pool, hottub and breakfast

pool was to cold for the kids and the hot tub was broken

pool was ice cold, wasn’t able to get it

need more warm or hot breakfast

i did not use the pool or the exercise room personally but was extremely grateful for the laundry facilities

clean rooms, great beds, wonderful breakfast!

clorine in pool.

the room with the pool and jacuzzi was very, very warm

the fitness room had great equipment that was up to date and clean