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

no breakfast because of covid i look forward to the options you offer.

breakfast was great & staff above what was required!!

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

smell from the fryer from the bar could be smelled the minute you walked into the hotel

lots of kids running around in hallways without adult supervision

nice staff, beautiful facility, lots of restaurants nearby, good parking, good value

i have 2 kids and for them to say we had to leave and come back was rude

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

almost clean, hair in the tub. bar was closed on a friday night

clean and good repair, updated kitchen. very nice and quite.

see above re: breakfast

this place is next to restaurants, has laundry facilities, and allows

comfy bed, kitchenette and breakfast

only complaint is their covid restrictions. have to reserve the pool and fitness room.

not much, but might be time to do some updates in hot tub and pool area.

pool was not open sunday morning and not available until after check out.

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

the moose outside was a huge hit with the kids

great pool. great staff, except kicking the kids out at 10 when the game was still on.

good breakfast options and a very large and comfortable breakfast area

pool area and pool were cold with cold air blowing from the vent

the breakfast is the usual fare but kept very nice and clean and everything is hot that's supposed to

breakfast was a jon doe breakfast

nice breakfast

breakfast was sufficient

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

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

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

brought the kids to the pool; pool was really cold, as if it wasn't even heated

my granddaughter and niece really enjoyed the pool

remodeled rooms were nicely done. super clean and comfortable . breakfast options were great!

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

did not have breakfast buffet

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

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

value, very nice continental breakfast

the location, the roomwas clean, the staff and the breakfast.

i like the spa tub in the room

we arrived in the 1st room exhaust fan cover was hanging from ceiling, windows in spa bath were wide open with ashes all over window seal/seat, and there was a plastic bag over fire

pool area could have been warmer. otherwise very nice.

the beds and linens were extremely comfortable, the best part was the pool

hotel is new and refreshing. all was nice and included a good breakfast.

were out of syrup and juice they had one person working the kitchen and they were slammed

pool area sort of smelled weird

we had a room facing the swimming pool, and it was very noisy because of the cleaning water machine

staff is very friendly and accommodating. pool is nice and warm. great breakfast!

the only negative was the $25 pet fee, but even with that, it was a good value compared to competitors

had a rather noisy hvac unit, and i thought we must be near the laundry as we could hear what sounded like a washing machine agitating at various times

great breakfast

there is a tiki bar for the adults

staff was super friendly, and the pool area for the kids was great

breakfast was limited but the staff was friendly and helpful

off the interstate and obviously the water park is what’s going to bring people to this place

absolutely love this hotel perfect for kids and adults and the staff is absolutely amazing i would recommend this hotel to anybody

wifi won t work fridge inop. coffee maker inop.

have stayed in room 123 with my wife and three kids

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

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

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

the girls all loved the pool

the pool area was clean and the water was warm

breakfast was amazing with verity

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

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

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

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

dirty laundry room and very rude staff

to i-80 & i-35 pool/spa access without kids no extra towels 2 bath, 2 hand & 2 washcloths fresh fruit bananas,

nice jacuzzi suite with attached patio. decent breakfast

there was bacon for breakfast

listing stated it had a pool

real plates at the buffet breakfast

wasn't sure if there was complimentary breakfast or not, and there was so that was a pleasant surprise

no pool. there was one listed.

mily with 4 children ag3s 11,9,6,3)

parking was abundant

the pool area was awesome and we all enjoyed it

i love this hotel!! super clean, friendly staff, great breakfast.

we had a room that opened to the pool and loved the fact that we could get back to our room quickly

breakfast and ice ? machine. cool air conditioning room.

good hot breakfast in the mornings

no pool or breakfast

did not eat breakfast location was great

no breakfast

pool and hot tub were nice

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

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

great fitness center,pool, hot tum

there were no guests in the pool.

wifi was awful, it was difficult to get work done

great indoor swimming pool, close to business

was no breakfast meat

the pool hours were also great because we got there pretty late and were still able to swim

the breakfast was great as well

staff was very friendly and nice. breakfast was great. chocolate waffles were yummy

pool - but hot tub was not working right

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

breakfast was great, loved the waffles

the pool and hot was great for our family

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

we love the restaurant in the area and the breakfast there.

pool/jacuzzi was great

breakfast

clean pool and warm hot tub, plenty of sidewalks and areas to walk your dogs

nice pool and hot tub

great staff, good breakfast, late checkout

the breakfast 1st day my grandkids loved

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

she was able to accommodate my request for late check out which was a bonus since i was here with my family running half marathon

pool was open and fitness room was very nice

kids running all over the hotel with messes left behind

i will definitely go back and the pool was very clean as well with a nice room temperature

too many kids, kids everywhere, loud kids

great gym facility

it would be nice to have a protein choice for breakfast.

very clean small hotel along side a beautiful golf course and residential neighborhoods.

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

was perfect as no traffic, gorgeous golf course view with ponds

clean and new. very nice pool. more like a giant hot tub!

free parking, breakfast was fabulous! lovely and clean

breakfast and bottom floor

breakfasts were great

no hot tub, pool was small … only six people made it small so i had to leave

they now have their pool, workout center, and laundry 24/7 which is nice

we needed to get on the road before the breakfast started.

the breakfast was all prepackaged and had bags for carry out

breakfast was great, and the hotel is in a nice, quiet area, and is only ten minutes away from the

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

the pool temperature was also very comfortable for a morning swim

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

adequate parking

great breakfast, pool and hot tub, location! friendly staff.

kids running in hallway late at night

the fitness center had what i needed.

breakfast consists of cereal, sausage and eggs

pool area was very hot to sit in when watching the kids

room was comfortable..front desk was very accommodating! and breakfast was great!

could have a few amenities that are complementary like a coffee or tea bar in the morning

were in the process of a major remodeling and we didn't have use of the main bar or restaurant

the pool is very clean and quiet.

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

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

appointment was early and with one call we were checking into our room hours early

noisy. out room was next to laundry facilities.

staff members who were responsible for the laundry started talking extremely loudly with each other at 5:30 am, standing opposite end of the

not clean in hallways and floors and dirty sox laying on floor of entry to laundry room

laundry facilities - the vending machines ran out of detergent and its been two days now without

player in room, nice little furnished kitchen, bed was comfortable and the bedding smelled nice, probably the cleanest room i’ve ever

free laundry a plus. solid room . clean room .

kitchenette had cooking aupplies and dinnerware. no cost for laundry. it was quiet.

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

nice comfortable bed, nice bathroom and kitchen accomodations

the pool was cold, was expecting warmer for children. poor wifi connection throughout room.

location, cleanliness, breakfast was great, and up to date room

easily accommodated our need for a crib and allowed choice of floor to ensure quiet kids toys and pool floats available in the pool

breakfast left a lot to be desired

nice rooms, ample parking

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

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

staff was very accommodating to my special needs, my daughter loved the heated pool with the color changing lights and the large variety of breakfast choice

pool was not heated like they said

pool,room

great new hotel, nice location, kids loved the pool and breakfast was spot on

heated pool, gym'

heated pool, gym'

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

breakfast was better than most hotels i have stayed at

the breakfast had good choices

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

great breakfast, 12p check out so kids could swim

great breakfast, 12p check out so kids could swim

clean great breakfast

breakfast- eggs were watery

beautiful hotel, great breakfast nice rooms

all the staff were amazing, from the front desk to the ladies doing breakfast in the morning

when we went down to get breakfast at 9am,(breakfast is supposed to go from 6am-10am) there was nothing left to eat

the rooms are spacious with a full kitchen

pool not available

pool and pool room felt very dirty and disgusting

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

kids weren't to impressed with the breakfast

remodeled, very clean, excellent use of space with kitchenette, and quiet despite mere full capacity

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.

ich i well know they

breakfast was great. exceptional pool area.

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

pool area under construction and that was one of the reasons to stay

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

breakfasts were packaged efficiently for safe consumption

the bar was another nice amenity

wish we could have stayed longer! would have used the pool.

there was sticky substance on the countertop in kitchen and there were what appeared to be crumbs in the bed, under the covers

breakfast was nice considering restrictions, there were hot and cold offerings

the clerk in the morning was so nice, got breakfast out a little early for my early-riser kids

kitchen staff lady could smile more and be more friendly

location and breakfast were deciding factors for my stay.

having 2 bathrooms with a full kitchen was perfect for 5 women

i really enjoyed the spa and pool.

-modern new hotel and furnishings - good breakfast - nice lobby - pool

pool is not heated, water was pretty cold.

staff was very nice & good breakfast

the pool was closed. boo. rate should be discounted if pool is not available.

complementary use of the laundry

nice little kitchen and great work area

excellent location good breakfast free laundry. great staff

large and comfortable with seating and kitchen

excellent location good breakfast free laundry. great staff

breakfast is good the most important for me is the cleanliness and the room is very clean

full kitchen and plenty of dishes with silverware

breakfast options were good even though most were prepackaged

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

the kitchen was a dream - a small full-sized fridge, dishes, a dishwasher, sink and cupboards

clean roomy. nice gym.

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

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

pool was kind of small, the wi fi was terrible and there was kids running around everywhere, also for how much i paid would’ve been nice if breakfast had been

cute bar area, friendly and helpful bartender

very noisy - kids running up and down the hall while trying to dleep

pool and no notice before hand about that

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

pool was extremely cold

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

the pool was ice cold

the staff was very friendly. we got an early check in which was also a plus!

wonderful breakfast and “5:30 kickback” with wonderful food and complimentary wine, beer, etc

the happy hour food and drinks included was great as well as the breakfast

property had plenty of parking, staff was really good, pools and hot tub clean.

the pools were smaller than i expected, and filled with kids, but it wasn't a big deal to us.

the swimming pool, the gym,the free breakfest

breakfast is great

amazing breakfast, clean, quiet

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

breakfast could have been better, there were a lot of choices.

clorine in pool.

hospitality, fresh cookies and popcorn in the afternoons, clean pool, breakfast area was clean and very well organized

we were placed in a room by the pool and it was surprisingly quiet, despite guests yelling and playing in the pool area

nice, warm pool and very new property

breakfast was a bit on the limited side. satisfactory but not anything above and beyond.

hotel, there was a baseball tournament so the place was packed full of children that took up the pool area and other areas non of there parents kept an eye on the little disrespectful kids either

breakfast, and drinks with a bite to eat at night

saturday morning breakfast was a little disappointing. all food was empty and cold

the swimming pool water was extremely cold.

nice pool and hot tub

the laundry room that is on site, dryer doesn't work very well

the lady that checked me in was friendly and i was allowed an early check in

friendly staff, clean guest laundry center

i called the front desk to ask about laundry facilities

nomicrowave, room was right next to maid laundry room, was very loud and heard doors slamming

breakfast was fine, location worked for us!

they offered free breakfast but they were short staffed so breakfast wasn't served

breakfast was tasty with a good variety

also the breakfast area it's pretty simple but they do need you with a complimentary breakfast

but what do you fo i got in late was exhausted from driving alot of places chargecdeposits and i gey it but be up front about

pool water looked cloudy.

the attendant was very friendly and helpful and our room was nice and breakfast was good

guest laundry

hotel is clean and updated. decent hot breakfast with multiple options.

clean pool and friendly

no gym, laundry or pool

the hot tub and pool and breakfast was great!

the evening of our second night someone with a loud muffler kept going in out of the parking lot one reving the engine

my kids were very upset that the pool doesn t open until 10, and check out is 11.

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

location of our room was very convenient to access from parking, lobby and pool

clean, spacious, well furnished, quality furniture, excellent breakfast and evening social, plenty parking on site, conveniently located for my travel purpose

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

breakfast very good

breakfast wasn't the best

breakfast was exceptional for a hotel

no complaints. hotel was clean. free breakfast better than anticipated. staff friendly.

facilities were very nice-pool, fitness, kitchen area

use the pool, no time

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

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

swimming pool

i loved that they offered the free shuttle to the venue.

he found the bed perfect. loved the full kitchen and the staff was very friendly.

room has a kitchenette.

no amenities outside of a kitchen that wasn't needed for a short stay

worst part was this hotel has kitchenettes but no pots, pans, etc

there are smoking rooms and a kitchen, which is very handy. and they allow pets.

no bartender, bar wasn't open

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

staff were all incredibly nice our entire stay, the rooms were spacious and clean, and the breakfast was pretty solid for a continental breakfast

only weakness i would comment on is the breakfast

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

breakfast - coffee is good

the following morning breakfast was very good

breakfast ok not great.

great location, good free breakfast

your website says a pool. no pool. i'm very disappointed!!!!!

the pool may have been a little over chlorinated.

room was very clean and the breakfast area was well maintained

clean, open and light, and great breakfast!

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 rooms are nice and spacious and the breakfast selection even in these times was good

noisy pool but kids were having fun so i really didn't mind

very clean, lots of odors, fitness area was closed

we had a coupon for a limited breakfast which was okay

our room was awesome! pool was great, and the dinner was so neat!

breakfast was a pleasant surprise

breakfast was great. beds were comfortable. quiet.

the one thing that could have made our stay better was if there was a hottub in the pool area

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

pool was kind of cold

no hot tub. had swimming classes going on at pool.

breakfast is not much to eat, no choice or varities, stairs was not cleaned.

was not breakfast, maybe a light continental breakfast, only cereal and bread and frozen egg with

the bathroom was extremely small and there wasn't any breakfast

breakfast options were pretty limited, but, hey, it's a free breakfast

better variety for breakfast

breakfast was good with alot of different choices

good breakfast with some options

the service and breakfast were great

clean, breakfast buffet was nice, friendly staff

breakfast options were plentiful, pleasant staff

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

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

the rooms, shower,breakfast and the staff.

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

breakfast was amazing

it was clean, nice, good breakfast, quiet, etc

huge breakfast room and a very good selection of hot, cold and grab and go breakfast foods

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

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

we weren t able to enjoy the pool at all before we had to check out and my kids were super bummed

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

location, cleanliness and pool

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was not included and was very limited for take out or room service due to covid

pool was too warm on hot days

very clean, modern, quiet. nice pool!

in the food area near the cereals would make more sense than having to go back to the coffee bar to get them

would’ve been nice to know the bar was closed

very small pool.

sure it's a covid thing, but there were no utensils or plates or pans, etc in the kitchenette

comfy beds and full kitchen

kitchenette and full fridge.

room came with a kitchen which was nice

was the first time we had stayed where the room had a cute and convenient kitchen

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

the bar was very nice. the valet guys were great

the pool was very clean & the beds really comfortable.

pool too cold to use

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

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

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

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

pool and hot tub were warm

pool...hot tub...breakfast

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

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

no free coffee set up for the morning, no room service, i am disabled and could not go down to eat at the restaurant and when i asked if they

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

room service menu for my second night was missing and front desk sent me on a wild chase to find

pool is pretty small

unavailable due to flooding the night before which was the main feature i was looking for, so my kids

pool was shut down for maintenance

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

had to leave before breakfast, the staff was great

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

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

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

there is also a full kitchen(no oven) if you are staying for an extended period

very nice hotel, nice room and pool. friendly staff.

the biggest problem that i had was with the wifi being very slow, and the front desk lady was not too personable

wifi wasn t working.

breakfast was wonderful, everything was warm and well stocked

there was a large indoor pool & hot tub and small exercise facility

that wasn't liked, only minor thing would be a resupply of breakfast items and coffee after they get too low, but no big deal

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

good service. shuttle service.

it was beautiful we had shuttle service

shuttle driver was awesome - took us to the music venue for a concert and picked us up

no breakfast but toast, the ceiling was coming down in the shower

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

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

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

pool was cold

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

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

beautiful, clean, great staff, great bar & dinner.

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

tried the bananas foster french toast via room service, and it was well worth the $$ spent

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

breakfast was good. comfortable room.

due to covid i havent experienced breakfast or the pool, which is understandable

the pool and hot tub was great to soak in

breakfast was amazing!

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

airport shuttle made things super easy

breakfast was awesome with an omelet bar

there must of been a convention in town, lot of young kids. a bit loud

prefer to used that money for the kids to have fun visiting places in des

shuttle to the iowa fair was a great feature

market, restaurants, close to the people we were visiting, place was clean, pool was fun for the kids (hot tub could've been warmer)

kitchen had all necessities

nice big suite and very good breakfast buffet. kids loved it.

everything about the hotel was wonderful. the buffet breakfast was wonderful.

the rooms were big, loved having a kitchen and everything was clean.

felt a bit nicked and dimed by extra charges for a mediocre breakfast and parking.

breakfast

parking was difficult, pretty pricey, no breakfast unless you paid $14 per person.

the breakfast was high in price for basic items

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

was very clean and spacious, i was surprised at how well stocked the kitchen was with supplies

cold pool area. glass shower.

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

pool was freezing cold (kids and i couldn’t swim for longer than 10 minutes because it was so

efficient staff, front desk and housekeeping. great pool.

kids enjoyed it

love the location the pool and spa area it's clean and comfortable also perfect distance from val

there’s a laundry room

breakfast was very tasty and generous

lot of adults are taller then kids and there joints and bodies don't move at ease to get yourself off the toilet

wifi is slow and super inconvenient

clean outside pool

no indoor pool. i would have liked to swim during my stay, but the outdoor pool was closed.

complimentary airport shuttle is a great bonus

wish there was an indoor pool or the outdoor pool was open.

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

the beds were extremely comfortable and the pool was warm!

sounded like i might be near laundry room

standard selection of foods in breakfast buffet

breakfast was more than adequate

the pool was drained so kids couldn't go swimming

spa tub was nice staff was nice

hotel books very young adults that like to party, please do not take kids with you if you plan on staying

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

was very quiet, and the shuttle to the airport was just what we needed at an affordable price

breakfast was much more than i expected and very good

close to airport, great beds and pillows, very clean, friendly staff, grab and go breakfast because of covid was good

great price, king room was great, nice breakfast!

could tell the pool and hot tub area was dated, however it was clean

was excellent, we park car and shuttle to airport

great breakfast!

the free breakfast is very nice as well with many options

the beds are comfortable. the breakfast was good.

pool and hot tub were good

nice variety for breakfast

strong chlorine smell from pool

kids waking us up at 2am

clean, very nice, pool, hot tub. nice sheets, bed, room.

rooms-comfy beds-great food-kids loved the pool- great hotel for traveling families

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