the pool was open 24/7 and the breakfast was a huge buffet and everything was really good.

i liked the staff including the front desk clerks to the cleaning ladies and also the kitchen staff

staff super friendly, breakfast was outstanding, laundry was free, room was clean and bed was comfortable, good size pool

great pantry offerings (instead of buffet breakfast/social due to covid-19 restrictions)

cleaner, the coffee pot still had a filter in it with grounds from last patron , the shelves in kitchen area had food debris on ( loose potato chips , cereal flakes , ect

clean, spacious, comfy good gym

were there in the winter and the sidewalks and parking lot were not well cleared of snow and ice

free parking, free wifi, & free breakfast for reasonable price.

adequate parking

fresh breakfast, warm pool, clean rooms

we didn’t have to have to go out to eat and drink. their bar and chef did it all!!

should have a lifeguard in the pool!

toilet did not flush correctly, hot tub in pool area was not working

lights at night in the bar area - - - seems odd and not where i'd choose to have a late night drink

extremely loud the entire time with my room right next to the crowded lobby/bar and with all the kids running past my room ans hearing the elevator dong

were really clean and comfortable and the pool was fun and the pool water was very warm so my kids enjoyed

the swimming pool was warm!!!!! so nice.

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

shuttle from the hotel to the solheim golf course a mile and a half away

the fitness center had what i needed.

parking lot is a little small

the lady at the desk was so great. kids loved her

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

also offered amenities, like a pool and fitness center

parking was easy

were very comfortable, bathtub was superb, nice bar but would’ve appreciated a couple of more substantial items on the menus instead of just

beautiful clean hotel! loved the decor! loved the bar area off the lobby.

the staff was not very helpful or friendly except the nighttime bar and breakfast

restaurant and bar were fantastic!

clean - friendly staff- location- good breakfast-

breakfast was awesome

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

staff was friendly, the pool area was inviting, and they has a social from 5:00 to 7:00 that was very unexpected and so

i did use the pool and hot tub wich were wonderful

great breakfast

was clean and comfortable, breakfast was great

pool - but hot tub was not working right

the breakfast was amazing.

hope to use the great looking pool next time

gym was inside the pool area and not 24 hours.

location was convenient and there was plenty of room to park our uhaul

pool and hot tub are amazing

they had a full kitchen in the room

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

breakfast

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

the facilities are lovely: pool and jacuzzi, outdoor sitting area- all inviting

staff was helpful. pool is open with specific times for adults. clean, spacious rooms.

pool and hot tub were a bonus for kids

indoor pool facility very nice and comfortable.

awesome pool and family friendly.

great fitness center,pool, hot tum

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

rooms were clean and room service was there to offer cleaning services if needed

friendly staff, clean room and a great breakfast in the morning

the hallways could have been cleaner and there needs to be a couple more handicap parking w

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

family friendly- excellent staff at thhe front desk, the cleaning staff, maintenance staff and breakfast staff

quiet, and pet friendly (pet fee was modest)

the gym is smaller than most hotels and smelled really awful

great character, love the lodge theme! breakfast was top notch, great variety!

loved how the rooms had walk out access to the pool.

no hot tub and kids playing in elevators

pretty nice hotel. nice gym.

noisey, had to call to get the too made up at 4:00pm. kids running, adults shouting.

had a great stay and the grandsons loved the pool

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

heated pool, gym'

everything is great! location, breakfast, clean!!!

extremely clean, great breakfast, very nice area of des moines, felt very safe. great hotel!

loved the pool!

reasonable price, cleanliness, free breakfast

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

pool clean and nice

pool hours need to be 24 hrs for adults.

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

breakfast was great & staff above what was required!!

no breakfast now because of covid ( that was usually a

beautiful facility and staff was great - especially during breakfast!

215 a night was insane for that small room, and the pool area was kinda gross

nice fire indoor and breakfast hotel employee made the complimentary breakfast buffet even better

the room was huge. and very nice. big closet ,kitchen table. all very nice

was a great stay; friendly staff, clean facility, and a wonderful breakfast

as always, we love the 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite with a full kitchen and living room

breakfast was good

breakfast wasn?t great but was ok. pool needs some fixing.

full kitchen and living area was a great bonus

breakfast was great. exceptional pool area.

pool was great but probably should vacuum and chlorine was extremely tough

very kid friendly. a nice pool area for our littles and bigger kids

cleanliness of the hotel and the staff were really nice. the pool was nice and warm

3 pillows on the bed instead of 4 and a group of children being loud and rude in the pool and had no adult supervision

exceptionally clean, good breakfast, bar, comfy work areas and friendly staff.

kitchenette was nice to have for extra space and mini fridge for left over food and drinks

only complaint was the workout room was next to the pool area and the humidity was very high while trying to

there is a stocked bar at the facility for those that would like to enjoy a favorite beverage

the bar was another nice amenity

was a bit of mold in the shower, towel bar had loose screw & fell off the wall, shower/tub was slick and needs something with grip

some lights were out in the room, they have a bar but don't serve drinks, staff seemed unpleasant

they allowed us a early check in.

wish i knew they were doing renovations, bar was closed

large amount if kids running halls all hours banging on our door screaming. very disruptive.

pool size is small but… this is not everyone’s priority when staying

very clean, friendly staff. great breakfast!

lack of late night adult only pool/hot tub hours.

the breakfast. the room. friendliness of staff. the pool and hot tub.

pool was extremely cold and hot tub jets were not working.

i like the spa tub in the room

comfy bed. large room. good breakfast.

lots of choices at breakfast. good food. liked the hard boiled eggs !

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

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

breakfast was really good, it i like waffles so that’s a big add

hotel breakfast was probably one of the best served breakfasts from a hotel that i've ever had

my granddaughter and niece really enjoyed the pool

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

bed very comfortable, nice hot breakfast

texas roadhouse in the parking lot

breakfast

pool & hot tub was relaxing also

great parking and very clean

rooms with full kitchens and room was clean

clean, quiet and relaxing. kids loved the pool.

lots of kids running around in hallways without adult supervision

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

it s near where my kids live and it s pretty nice but the mattresses are so awful i m not sure it s worth the

pool was extremely cold

robes in the room and the pool area was functional and bright

pool wasn't cleaned up from the night before, an overflow of old towels, no clean ones available,

pool and no notice before hand about that

the pool was ice cold

pool and hot tub were great for my family and the community space was a great gathering place have

pool hot tub. breakfast.

no pool.: (

we had a premium room with complementary snacks which is so helpful for my kids after a swim

updated room. comfortable bed! clean rooms. pool and bottom were very nice!

nice pool and hot tub

breakfast was very fresh even during the last 30 min when we arrived

breakfast, and drinks with a bite to eat at night

clean and great breakfast

pool was great, room was clean and spacious for our large family

score from a 10+ was the fact that there was a youth volleyball tournament locally, and the kids staying were very noisy in the hallways well past 11 pm

parking was full and difficult to find a spot since they were kind of small spaces

indoor pool and outdoor hot tub, both salt water were awesome!

the kids enjoyed playing the wii in the lobby

the room included a kitchenette and sofa

good atmosphere, not overpriced. has a hot tub and pool.

location was good. pool and hot tub were excellent!

the breakfast was pretty good as well

kids being in the jacuzzi

the bar opens at 4pm and serves pizza and finger foods, which are delicious

the happy hour was ok, but very busy with lots of kids running around

we tried many times to visit the pool - but could never use it due to the large amounts of kids

good breakfast, nice common room

nice stay, friendly and accommodating staff, early check in allowed, super clean

happy hour with food and drinks'inside outside pool our daughter loves

the rooms were spotless and the staff were friendly. loved their hot breakfast!

new facility, nice pool and hot tub, comfortable bed and breakfast that was included.

new facility, nice pool and hot tub, comfortable bed and breakfast that was included.

great breakfast and other facilities like indoor pool

clean rooms, great beds, wonderful breakfast!

the continental breakfast had a fresh waffle maker

pool and free breakfast

breakfast could?ve been better.

should bring back the biskets and gravy and scrambled egg didnt go swimming do un sure about the pool but overall the people were very nice great customer service considering

needs, my daughter loved the heated pool with the color changing lights and the large variety of breakfast choice

the bar was nice for the adults

the pool was only open till 9pm and not at all on the morning.

at the bar could be a little cheaper

water park and friendly workers

water park for my daughter

have stayed in room 123 with my wife and three kids

nice pool area for the kids to

bar in the bathtub had a loose piece

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

nice pool area for the kids to

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

laundry machines were out of order

friendly staff, hot breakfast, clean room, no complaints

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

that the laundry was.out of order.

pool area was well kept and clean

it wasn t anything special, but it was clean, staff was nice, beds were comfy, the gym was better than most motels i ve seen

breakfast was amazing with verity

the pool we a little chilly for me. but still used it.

but there s free wifi

the laundry staff was very helpful

it also had an excellent breakfast

the breakfast was great and the staff was very nice.

pool room very nice cleaned and very quite

room shared wall with gym and looked out over enclosed pool. not very private and very loud.

making oven mitts and cloth kitchen towels available would make it perfect.

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

the room was big and comfortable. breakfast was good. cool gym.

the kitchen on my room did not have a stove or hot plate so keep that in mind when booking if you

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

flawless. great breakfast too! would stay here again without question when in des moines.

close to downtown, the airport, and i35, but nestled in a quiet area near a golf course

of the best heated pools i have used and the spa is nice and bubbly the store inside the hotel is very convenient and holds a variety of

you like grits, the breakfast bar had everything--very good, spend hours in pool also, and was very clean and

shuttle to airport to leave was easy to arrange, room was clean and quiet

the free shuttle service is handy!

the shuttle was a life saver to not have to find parking at the arena for the show and got us home safe after drinking there

pool but way to much chlorine.

loved the shuttle service. our driver was wonderful. got to see lots of fun places in desmoines.

staff was very nice, i liked the large warm pool

the hotel does not offer a pool or gym and they charge $7 for a bottle of water in your room

fantastic breakfast! amazing coffee and wine bar as well!

the bed! the room service breakfast. the quiet heating/cooling/fan.

microwave, no room service, the doors on the bathtub were installed backwards so open at the wrong end

we got to the hotel very late due to issues with our flight and the staff was nice enough to offer us a late check out

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

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

nicest staff, spa area and room

room was right off the elevator, which got pretty loud at bar close on friday night

the bell hops and parking attendants were the best, and the drinks at the bar actually had a decent amount of alcohol in them

nice room, modern and clean. bed was very comfortable. pool was nice and water was warm.

the staff is great and nice, the bar is great and the bartender, is the best

we loved using the pool

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

had to leave before breakfast, the staff was great

parking was awkward. construction still in progress. pool closed. gym equipment semi functional.

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

great location (plenty of parking nearby), breakfast was great, clean and spacious rooms!

staff was extremely friendly, the breakfast was very good, and the free shuttle service exceeded my expectations

staff was extremely friendly, the breakfast was very good, and the free shuttle service exceeded my expectations

in my shower left a little something to be desired, and the second of two milk cartons i had at breakfast tasted a little bit weird, but these are obscured by the overall quality of my stay

breakfast was amazing!

the pool was great, clean and hardly anyone there

it took like over an hour for an order of kids sliders and chips & salsa

pool was very nice

all of the kids/noise/crowds!

pool was nice , fitness center was nice, staff was friendly

right next door to the convention center, so there were a lot of big groups and kids running through the halls being rowdy at 10:30 in the evening

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

amazing amenities, ie espresso bar, gym, elegant restaurant/bar

lovely restaurant and bar area

nice bar to have a few drinks and mingle and an in-room mini bar and snacks

room service food was deliciously well

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

the morning breakfast is good with a great big open space to dine in

fitness center was less than ideal

elevators are small and the pool is too cold

the pool water was a bit cold but otherwise it was good

breakfast offering or a list somewhere of the local places open near by, esp on a sunday

it was beautiful we had shuttle service

fitness center was a bit lacking

no breakfast. no internet. no pool and jacuzzi.

tv did not work the morning after. no breakfast is comped.

loved how it has a kitchen in the room and also has dishes you can use.

loved the full kitchen, the bed was extremely comfortable

pillows not the best. pool room is super loud

the price was right. nice kitchenette.

great bed. excellent kitchen. very close to principal park. you can easily walk with kids.

the kids enjoyed their pool time, and it was heated

loved the coffe in the lobby, and the pool and hot tub were very nice too

got our bill at check out and they charged us $75 for a pet fee for a small dog, for one night

had really good views of the river pool area and hot tub were great

wish pool was bigger!

an awesome pool for the kids to swim in

i love that the pool was open til midnight and there was adult swim for about an hour which is nice so that you

the shuttle service was more than helpful in getting us to and from the airport, and to and from the

next day they were also excellent the chef has a wonderful memory and nowswhat she is doin in the kitchen

staff very helpful and had an awesome breakfast. prompt service for anything i needed.

people were camped out in the hallway waiting for their laundry

the beds were extremely comfortable and the pool was warm!

super smart as well, they employee third parties to provide extra services like room service and shuttles to the airport

didn't get a chance to try the breakfast because it was overly crowded, but i like that they serve breakfast until 10

breakfast was great pool was awesome me and my grandkids enjoyed it and my daughters

full kitchen is nice to have

very clean and convenient location to downtown des moines. loved the full kitchen

clean, friendly, nice breakfast space plus free laundry facility

wonderful hotel for our family! clean, good breakfast, helpful staff. very nice.

really enjoyed the leisure centre, pool and spa clean and relaxing with great opening times

the shuttle early the next morning was very efficient and quick

very clean!! all staff friendly and helpful! shuttle service to the airport was great!!

accommodated my early check in time so i could not be late to my event

the smell of chlorine (because of the indoor pool) was a bit overwhelming for me.

the atrium had an amazing glass dome skylight and an indoor pool

also the clerk was pretty rude about him bringing me breakfast to the room which i didn't understand as i room had both a microwave and a refrigerator,

i used the on site laundry with detergent i bought locally

the breakfast wasnt the best

laundry machine was broken staff was at other property most of the time asked for a late checkout,

pool was not open yet.

breakfast

broken window in one of the rooms you see as soon as you pull into the parking lot

beautiful front desk workers pillows soft beds free breakfast & parking near gas station &

wifi didn t work and the tv cable didn t work and my son was already asleep to ask the

pool

shuttle to airport was on time for early morning flight out

sent a shuttle to the airport to fetch me, after i d arrived a day early to return my rental car

the shuttle was dirty and the staff seemed distracted

free shuttle, nice toiletries. spacious room, close to airport

maybe make the shuttle run on sundays. we ran into a snag because of that.

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

wonderful kitchen, nice facility, perfect location for our stay

our loft-style room was super cozy and loved that it came with a full kitchen

breakfast was great

the helpful shuttle, thank you.

breakfast was amazing and awesome staff serving

regarding the parking, i had called ahead to find out if i could park my car at the hotel for the week leading up

location to airport. easy to find. easy to enter and exit the parking

nice pool

great breakfast, 12p check out so kids could swim

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

location, friendly staff, good breakfast, very comfortable bed and pillows, quiet considering the 12- year old state baseball

breakfast was good

nice property and location of the hotel. breakfast and amenities were great.

misinformation about the shuttle

advertised free shuttle to airport well they would do that but you can't park there

room exceeded my expectations, there was e even a kitchen avail

we utilized the pool which was also well kept

large rooms with kitchenette. pool was clean, too!!

great king room set-up with pull out bed and the pool area was nice for the kids.

just a muffin and a breakfast bar in a paper bag

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

pool was out of order day we stayed

very small pool.

was very nice , awesome breakfast and coffee bar

we loved the breakfast and pool

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

pool and hot tub were awesome, staff helpful and friendly, rooms modern and clean, cookies and

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

helpful staff. free breakfast. view of lake/pond.

pool and hot tub were warm

the breakfast area was well maintained during the time breakfast was available

pool was closed unexpectedly due to a broken ladder

nice room and quiet. kitchenette was convenient and useful. location was convenient

the little kitchen was stocked with enough *kitchen utensils* to make meal prep easy

breakfast was exceptional

they have a very good breakfast in the morning that is included in the cost of your room