the 24 hour pool and fitness facilities is the best part as you don't feel rushed to use them

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)

clean, spacious, comfy good gym

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

broken equipment in the gym, run down hotel

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

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

gym and pool are first class!

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

nice fitness area

if you want to do laundry , you have to download an app instead of just bringing some change , which was really

laundry, free. room excellent. staff excellent, hotel employee is awesome.

the room was fantastic and we loved the kitchenette

loved my room and the laundry room was useful to clean my clothes as well outside there was a tree that had granny smith

great quiet, clean hotel with good breakfast and fitness center/pool.

room was clean and comfortable. fitness room had high quality precor equipment.

the fitness center had what i needed.

nice fitness center

need larger fitness center

also offered amenities, like a pool and fitness center

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

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

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

the hot breakfast was also an added bonus

there was also a fully equipped gym, as well as a very good breakfast

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

description of the property indicates there is an indoor pool and hot tub

restaurant and bar were fantastic!

real plates at the buffet breakfast

wish the gym had been open but it was closed for remodeling

gym did not have cleaning wipes for equipment until i asked

i didn’t use the gym but all equipment appeared to be in working order and you could see outside while working out

staff, fitness center, pool, and breakfast

pool, hallways, rooms, everything was very clean

it was easy to access breakfast, gym/pool area

gym was inside the pool area and not 24 hours.

parking is congested. bathroom i d very small.

facility was clean, wifi was fast and free, though you have

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

great fitness center,pool, hot tum

pool was fun, the room was comfortable and clean, the grab and go breakfast was wonderful and

there were no guests in the pool.

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

best heated pool and hot spa! everything was clean. large rooms. great location!

the fitness room had everything i needed for a good workout

excellent fitness center. good breakfast. clean and comfortable.

rooms were clean, lobby clean and tidy, pool and fitness center clean and tidy

very clean. great staff in a nice part of the city. hot breakfast was nice.

pool is not heated, water was pretty cold.

very modern, clean, space was wonderful. breakfast was great . we will.be back

excellent location good breakfast free laundry. great staff

wi-fi (400 mbps up and down), very comfortable bed, nice desk with ample plugs, and a self-serve breakfast better than most comparable hotels

room was fresh and clean, the front desk staff was friendly and efficient and the breakfast in the morning was very nice

breakfast was amazing and the bedding was very comfortable

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

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

free continental breakfast, free parking. easy check-in. shower supplies were also included.

easy to find, plenty of parking

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

the gym is smaller than most hotels and smelled really awful

gym was old and hot. window didn't open in room. parking was limited.

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

staff was great, good breakfast, nice pool for the grandkids and convenient location

breakfast was great. and enjoyed the outdoor fire pit.

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

pretty nice hotel. nice gym.

great gym facility

the pool was closed

kids running all over the hotel with messes left behind

the gym and drinking pool were properly attended

heated pool, gym'

gym machines not working drink water needed fixing ran out of hot water for tea 3 days in a row no

good location and very clean nice staff great breakfast!! definitely will stay here again

excellent room, comfortable bed, awesome breakfast

she then explained where my room was located, told me about breakfast, the indoor swimming pool hours, and about the pub/bar area they had at the hotel

breakfast was delicious

breakfast was fine. quite adequate for my needs. h

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

bar area had a good view of pool to keep an eye on kids while eating burnt pizza and chicken wing

the pool and gym were clean

kids weren't to impressed with the breakfast

my king studio suite was spacious, clean, the bed was very comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked for all i needed, and it was quiet and calm there on the fourth floor

liked the the kitchenette

breakfast was fair but did not have much variety as it could have had

the gym is a bit lacking.

the location, the gym, the pool, and the patio

noise, dirty common areas, lack of water in gym, bed was hard & uncomfortable, refrigerator was loud, room wasn't very sealed off from hallway

full kitchen and living area was a great bonus

the rooms were clean, breakfast was good, and the pool was nice to go swimming

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

ich i well know they

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

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

the food at the bar and grill was really good, i loved the room

the gym was nice and i observed several people working out there

i did not try using the pool, but having one at all is nice

was on a whole new level with dishes and a stove top and the appearance of being in someone's kitchen

breakfast was ex excellent and the staff very helpful

the bar was another nice amenity

room was dirty and sheets were to small and pool had no towels

pool was really cold.

cleanliness, service, beatiful rooms and good breakfast.

were disappointed that there was bacon for only the first hour of the breakfast

breakfast was a jon doe breakfast

it was great. there's a small gym and a pool

the kids running around beating on my door

even a granola bar for breakfast would have been nice

kids running up& down the halls,knocking on doors

woman at the bar didn't seem to want to work

food and fitness room

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

servicing the breakfast area was inattentive

pool water was a little chilly

pool water was way too cold but the kids didn't mind

i liked the treadmills in the gym area

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

would have liked some hot options for breakfast

forgot the tell everyone there was an additional pet fee

not have the breakfast,only because i slept in on comfy bed

it’s quite, great gym equipment, clean, welcoming and close to bars

the pool water needed to be allot warmer... definitely.

nice pool area

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

very nice fitness center

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

free parking

loved the breakfast and the in room wifi- bed was pretty darn comfy

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

pool and no notice before hand about that

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

the pool was ice cold

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

clean and friendly staff with great workout gym and awesome breakfast

the swimming pool, the gym,the free breakfest

the pool area was nice, and there were plenty of towels

due to the corona virus, the breakfast was all prepackaged but still good and they had a nice variety

breakfast was great. staff that we encountered were very friendly and helpful.

they room was huge we had our own kitchen

the night we used it, we were the only ones in the whole pool area

clean and great breakfast

the breakfast was awesome

the breakfast was nice in concept, the eggs and ham were cold

gym was small and dingy, no water facilities

clean modern and updated, adawuet gym and breakfast

we did not visit the pool hot tub or gym but i m sure they were just as amazing

ol/hot tub)

wanted to use the pool.

rooms, pool, fitness room all clean

hot water at breakfast wasn't very hot, and the fitness room could be more filled up

the fitness center was a little bit bigger

the fitness room was terrible, an old treadmill and efx machine and a few free weights

everything but the breakfast

nice staff, comfortable beds, soft pillows, good food, usable lobby, large gym, pool ,hot tub

parking lot at capacity, toilet didn't flush, water ran out in gym,

called for a early check in n because my room was not ready they made a exception and got me a bigger room then

we all slept great, we were warned there'd be a lot of kids (not a problem) but we didn't hear anything

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

we were able to make use of the fitness center which was very nice clean and convenient

i enjoyed the fitness room close to the elevator

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

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.

on-site fitness center was decent

also, this hotel does not have a hot tub, kids do not eat free

the kids were well behaved, but there was a lot of noise until midnight

the kids were well behaved, but there was a lot of noise until midnight

the wifi is reliable.

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

wifi went out and we were given no discount

breakfast options could of been better but at least it was offered

the parking situation was also well accommodating

room was clean, nice breakfast options, and front desk was attentive.

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

gym room and very friendly desk staff

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

the pool didn't have any towels. no hot eggs for breakfast

pet fee seemed high.

clean roomy. nice gym.

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

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

friendly staff, cleanliness, great breakfast

kitchen in my room

liked the nice personnel, the facilities with a nice swimmingpool and gym

at how nice the hotel was and all the extras ( breakfast, pool, hot tub, sauna, tv/ lounge room, gym) i can’t believe how nice it was for such an amazing price

fitness facility is as good as a gym

i didn't use the gym but it was well stocked with some weight machines, a massage table, ellipticals and treadmills

quality of the breakfast and the gym

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

super comfortable beds. very clean. excellent gym

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

we wish there was a gym and that breakfast was included!

for purified water requires going to the basement gym - but i guess you could drink from the tap or buy bottled

breakfast was good, until a kid was running amok and coughing and sneezing all over the buffet

was great, bar and the staff at the bar was great, front desk staff was wonderful, location is amazing and

we also were told we would be given 50% off our first bar drink at the hotel bar when we arrived, then when we went to cash in this voucher, we were told

only weakness i would comment on is the breakfast

great breakfast and nice staff

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

location. gym

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

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

and bar area was great

pool could have been a bit warmer but was nice

nice location, friendly staff parking next door, gym and pool.

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

as well, many facilities of the hotel were closed: pool, dining services, gym, and none of these were listed on the website prior

the treadmills in the gym were broke the gym was filthy the water machine was broken in the room the phone did not work

lack of seating for breakfast

gym with ice treadmill/elliptical and free weights

size of the room and the shuttle bus was nice to take

location was great and the shuttle was helpful. the breakfast was yummy.

place to bed down, watch nighttime television, spend some time poolside and catch a light breakfast

the shuttle is service was great

hotel is clean, very nice fitness room, access to downtown and skywalk.

room cleanliness. pool and fitness center

fitness room was great. perfect location for our purpose.

the pool area is great for the kids, and the fitness area looks wonderful as well

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

half the rooms overlook the golf course in the valley, which is a breathe of fresh air after traveling the long flat roads in

the golf course view was beautiful and polk city is such a cute little town

staff were amazing '', when the guest laundry machines were not working they allowed me to use the hotel laundry machines, which was very

the breakfast could be updated a little but it was fine for a quick grab and go!

that due to covid, no complementary breakfast.

no gym.

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

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

love the interior, great gym for a quick workout, yummy breakfast, and super sweet staff.

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

pool area and fitness center is horrible and in bad shape

fitness center, pool, location

such as fitness center and pool were below average compared to other hotels in downtown des moines

clean fitness room with plenty of equipment

a swimming pool (somewhat small but still a plus) and a fitness room are nice add-ons

fitness center was a bit lacking

modern, clean rooms and a nice fitness room.

the fitness center did not have an operational treadmill.

good service. shuttle service.

our shuttle driver

pool was out of commission for repairs, but we were able to use the hampton inn suites pool which

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

room was great, modern and had a kitchen available

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

cold pool area. glass shower.

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

i workout in the morning and the gym is better than most places

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

the space of the room, continental breakfast, pool, cleanliness, and location all stood out.

free breakfast, swimming pool

the fitness center was large and had ample space and a decent array of equipment

expensive bar, no outside alcohol rule to make you buy over priced drinks, fitness center wasn t very

towel bar loose. air vent filthy

packed with kids

that there is an adult only pool hour

warmer pool

the pool wasnt open and the room didn't get as cool as normal for hotel room.

large rooms. great breakfast and dining area. friendly and fun bar on property.

outside my window in the parking lot being extremely noisy at 11:15 at night

lots of convenient parking and quiet rooms

the gym equipment was nice.

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

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

very nice. friendly staff. full breakfast early in the morning available!

breakfast was more than adequate

using the gym (fitness center and pool area)

the gym, my room, and the hot tub!

gym equipment updated

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

free laundry services and location is ideal for downtown nightlife.

the gym machines are older then the hotel and broken and rusted

the kids were disappointed

spa tub was nice staff was nice

staff was very nice and informative to tell us about the breakfast times and menu

had ordered a spa bath king suite for our anniversary we arrived to just a king suite

the rooms are clean. the gym was good and i loved the restaurant upstairs.

complimentary breakfast.

no decent breakfast option. should offer breakfast buffet at least on weekends.

the republic opened a little earlier on weekends for breakfast as a second breakfast option

the buffet breakfast for the price was a little high for the scope of items, but the breakfast at the republic

excellent gym and pool

hotel is big and has diffefent services including swimming pool, gym, restaurants

the pool and spa was nice

i phoned the hotel to inquire about the shuttle service someone answered promptly and gave me good information

airport shuttle was very easy and convenient.

eded for our stay) and the gym has been closed since 2020, so this is false advertisement

no gym, laundry or pool

gym was closed

hotel advertised an open gym

moldy,slimy at the bottom with no sign of chemicals ever added and no one kept up the pool area , gym had a note on the door that it had been shut down since 2020,why

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

would have liked breakfast to include made to order omelets or eggs

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

wonderful kitchen, nice facility, perfect location for our stay

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

great breakfast, 12p check out so kids could swim

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

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

breakfast, the amenities and staff was very pleasant

the rooms are spacious with a full kitchen

the games available, pool and workout room made our trip like a home away from home

clean, comfortable beds, nice lobby, happy hour & loved the breakfast

first night, the pool was down

clean friendly staff breakfast good location

the breakfast is a typical hotel offering

smelled incredible, breakfast was the best ever

breakfast was good and hot

complaints were the hallways smelled weird, a sewer type smell at times and the breakfast hours felt limited

breakfast could have had scrambled eggs everyday and some fresh fruit

the room was wonderful...comfortable, spacious, full kitchen. good breakfast.

full kitchen, living area bedroom and bathroom

the breakfast was ok and you could hear neighbors sometimes.

comfortable beds, comfortable pillows saturday’s breakfast was awesome

facilities were very nice-pool, fitness, kitchen area

breakfast was nice. good choices.

the hotel was clean and the free breakfast was actually pretty good.

staff,cleanliness, breakfast was good and room werenice

breakfast wasn't the best

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

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

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

pool, snacks

only complaint we had was the pool was a little on the cool side

pool area was clean and warm for the kids and best part was the hot tub was open and in service

clean & good breakfast

the pool was closed down

continental breakfast could have had donuts in it. otherwise very nice.

cans when i walk the dog closer to where the dog is and not the front lobby i wouldn't mind if breakfast was a little

the gym was well-equipped for a small crowd, with free weights, cardio machines, towels, and water

hotel, staff is very friendly, breakfast was well maintained and lots to choose from

good breakfast with some options

great breakfast. polite and helpful staff.

clean, breakfast buffet was nice, friendly staff

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

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

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

pool was too warm on hot days

we loved the breakfast and pool

was fine except your website states you have a gym

the amenities were great. the gym, pool and breakfast were lovely

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

did not eat the breakfast

pool...hot tub...breakfast

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

nice indoor pool and hot tub

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

would have liked that in its own separate area and take the kitchen out

very good choice for breakfast.