the breakfast was good

spacious, comfortable rooms and quiet and relaxing hotel with gorgeous views of golf course.

sits on a golf course, beautiful scenery, and nature await

) - beautiful views overlooking the golf course

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

the breakfast had good choices

the breakfast was ok and the snack prices were outrageous.

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

the breakfast was delicious and the attendants for breakfast were hard workers and kept everything

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

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

breakfast, the amenities and staff was very pleasant

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

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

first night, the pool was down

breakfast included hot eggs, potatoes cooked differently each day

complete breakfast, so many choices including whip cream for the waffles, and everything for egg mcmuffins

fresh doughnuts for breakfast !

the hot tub and pool were great

staff was friendly, room was clean and the hotel was clean as well. decent breakfast.

ctures showed the higher end ones) - shampoo and bar soap only

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

ordered food from bar area pizza came out so burnt looked like cardboard and the wings were so overcooked in the

6 type toiletries

the breakfast was great, hot and plenty of choices

nice clean room. breakfast was alright, could be a bit better.

better variety for breakfast

breakfast not so good!

breakfast smelled so good

breakfast was fine; i don't eat much. room was very handy for an older guy.

breakfast was a pleasant surprise

cool bar and lounge and nice pool.

very clean, lots of odors, fitness area was closed

fitness center in horrible disrepair with cables on weight machines about to snap

i liked that the pool was indoors.

if i had one complaint it's that the pool was cold

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

no hot tub in pool area

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

were top soft to sleep comfortably and the one thing i want in a hotel is for it to have a pool and hot tub this hotel said it had both and when we got there it only had a pool

the following morning breakfast was very good

booked because there was a pool listed for the hotel

comfortable bed, light blocking drapes. nice breakfast

the breakfast was above my expectation

one query: what happened to waffles for breakfast

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

breakfast = plenty of choices and in good condition

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

pool area was very warm and humid. pool was nice and cool

great restaurants close by and good breakfast options available

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

breakfast, seems like all staybridge suites have let their standards go when it comes to breakfast

great free breakfast

very clean and friendly staff. breakfast area was especially clean and staff great

and mother’s day breakfast was horrible

staff,cleanliness, breakfast was good and room werenice

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

breakfast wasn't the best

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

breakfast very good

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

excellent value. friendly staff. room was very clean. breakfast provided a number of options.

the breakfast was great and the staff was very nice.

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

they have an indoor pool, awesome breakfast (daily) and the staff is fantastic

decent laundry facility

minor nit-picky things: we had to park in the restaurant's parking lot next door because there were no more spots in the evening and the doors swung opposite

having a small group of adults it was disappointing that the pool & bar areas both closed at 10pm

lots of kids running around in hallways without adult supervision

clean, quiet and relaxing. kids loved the pool.

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

stood in line to check in for over an hour because they have too many birthday parties at the pool for people that aren't even guests

water park good food great experience

not serving food besides pizza that night and the bar closed at 9

pool area is nice. bar is nice as well.

water park is perfect for kids of all ages and there’s something to do for everyone

breakfast was good, the pool was good

but there s free wifi

breakfast is good

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

the parking situation was also well accommodating

room was large and the full size refrigerator in the kitchen was very helpful

our room was on the parking lot side so we didn't have road noise from the interstate

pool was a little small

having yo schedule pool time

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

have stayed in room 123 with my wife and three kids

nice big room. large swimming pool. restaurant attached with excellent food. pet friendly

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

the handicap bar seemed broken too, but i didn't have a use for that anyhow

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

only complaint is the pool needs to be a lil warmer

the spa/pool area was clean and relaxing

room was very clean and the breakfast area was well maintained

love love love the salted pool and hot tub, love that i can bring my dogs and i love that it's very very very

the pool may have been a little over chlorinated.

the free breakfast was amazing

breakfast might be better than a restaurant

the service and breakfast were great

clean, breakfast buffet was nice, friendly staff

breakfast was good with alot of different choices

breakfast was delicious as well thank you for everything

that the laundry was.out of order.

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

dirty laundry room and very rude staff

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

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

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

very clean, friendly staff. great breakfast!

food and fitness room

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

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

breakfast was terrible - hardly any options

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

a protein of meat at the breakfast like bacon or sausage

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

floor of pool could have been vacuumed to remove debris from one day to the next.

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

clean and friendly, great breakfast!

the kids loved the pool

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

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

i like the spa tub in the room

it was however, the best microtel jacuzzi/spa

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

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

great staff, nice pool

pool was too warm on hot days

pool hours

i enjoyed the swimming pool and exercise room

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

we had two adjoining rooms and the kitchen space was fabulous

loved the bed, the heat/air, the kitchen and bath.

i like the cleanliness, pet policy and kitchen

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

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

breakfast selection was good

and the second morning, they did not serve eggs for breakfast

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

pool could of been cleaner and warmer

pool...hot tub...breakfast

the large breakfast area was great for gathering

breakfast was really great lots of variety

clean, spacious room. great breakfast!

very good choice for breakfast.

the pool was super salty

breakfast was outstanding featuring both hot & cold options

the pool was very busy/ noisy

nice to have breakfast in the a.m.

great breakfast and super friendly staff

updated rooms , breakfast, great service with a smile.

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

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

pool was cold

the pool was closed one day. always had to ask for towels and breakfast you pay for.

also i enjoyed the pool and whirlpool

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

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

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

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

room has a kitchenette.

friendly staff, clean guest laundry center

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

rate...early check in

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

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

don’t know if they have 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

breakfast was tasty with a good variety

breakfast was fine, location worked for us!

we got charged an early check in fee of $25 and also had to pay$200 deposit which normally i wouldn't of had but my

guest laundry

we used to find quality inn said $10 pet fee

pool water looked cloudy.

friendly guy at check in,good breakfast,easy to park.

they charged me multiple times for the pet fee and when i called, the guy said he’d look into it and never got back to me

breakfast

the free breakfast buffet was delicious and there was always coffee throughout the day.

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

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

staff was amazing.room was clean.an pool was nice.beds are comfy.

breakfast was awesome

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

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

bar especially

pool access was very limited, hot tub was not working

excellent breakfast. good protein choices. the ambiance was just right.

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

very clean room, nice and fancy facilities, nice restaurant and breakfast, swimming pool, bar and cozy spaces

the pool area was lovely, but there must have been some sort of event there earlier in the day, and

everything. the room the location the staff the pool. overall wonderful. can't wait to return

less breakfast options

did not eat breakfast location was great

no pool or breakfast

good hot breakfast in the mornings

no breakfast

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

kitchen in my room

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

breakfast options were good even though most were prepackaged

location, cleanliness, quality of breakfast. staff is pleasant and very helpful!

great fitness center,pool, hot tum

pool and hot tub were nice

indoor pool facility very nice and comfortable.

there were no guests in the pool.

awesome pool and family friendly.

quiet, and pet friendly (pet fee was modest)

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

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

kids and i stayed and they both loved the pool and the overall theme of the establishment

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

was no breakfast meat

she gave us no information on when breakfast was wifi and best way to get to the room

parking can be difficult. breakfast ok but nothing special.

comfortable beds, good wifi, decent breakfast

the pool wasn't open, no room service that weekend

breakfast was good

the pool wasn’t open at all

the breakfast was one of the best i

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

pool - but hot tub was not working right

like crackle barrel, a mexican restaurant a wendy’s and a hy-vee express, the jacuzzi in the pool area works

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

loved the breakfast

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

also, my newly remodeled room was terrific and the pool area was very

high fee for having a pet. kids make more of a mess than my pet.

grille restaurant & lounge (rainy weather did not allow us walk outside), we enjoyed the hotel's pool as well

kids running all over the hotel with messes left behind

had a great stay and the grandsons loved the pool

pool was cold.

, pool,was clean and not over chlorinated

didn't have breakfast

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

maybe a few more choices for breakfast like instant oatmeal and fruit would be a suggestion.

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

pool but way to much chlorine.

staff members went above and beyond, especially the shuttle drivers

the parking lot was closed. had to walk a ways.

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

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

and cleanliness of room, i only wished they had coffee served all day and the bar opened

breakfast could be served longer it lasts until 9:00, 9:30 on the weekends.

bar was not running like it says on website

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

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

pool area and fitness center is horrible and in bad shape

fitness center, pool, location

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

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

breakfast was good and plentiful

good breakfast

we were hoping to swim, but the pool was packed. so maybe our next visit.

the place was so beautiful and clean. the people were very nice. breakfast was nice.

the room was beautiful and clean and i enjoyed the fitness center and snack bar

great staff, very clean, delicious breakfast

pool size

breakfast, pool and fitness area were real nice and clean

easy check-in, friendly staff, comfortable and clean rooms, quiet and great breakfast.

provides a nice breakfast too

clean, well kept rooms, lobby and pool/workout area

shuttle was great to get to the airport or downtown

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

attempted to take the hotel shuttle to the airport for my 7:30am flight

husband has temporary mobility issues so use of the shuttle to help us get around downtown was a huge plus

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

disappointed that pool & spa were closed !

the price for the value was outstanding , nice to have a 24 hour pool area and the room was amazing

was super comfortable for great sleep, kitchen

friendly great customer service an 24 hr pool

breakfast and variety, extremely clean, the room was huge and the pool was perfect

breakfast was not as varied as i usually find, but tasted good.

also moldy in the pool bathroom

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

breakfast hours could have lasted a bit longer.

nice room, pool was great

parking was easy

very nice breakfast options

i even liked the parking

the breakfast and friendliness of the staff.

comfortable, indoor pool a, hot tub,and included breakfast

we loved the pool but wished there was a hot tub as well.

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

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

we loved using the pool

location. gym

wish the pool was outside

had to leave before breakfast, the staff was great

it was great!! pool was warm and kids loved it!! breakfast was excellent!!

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

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

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

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

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

the breakfast was high in price for basic items

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

modern, clean rooms and a nice fitness room.

good service. shuttle service.

fitness center was a bit lacking

garage was handy, shuttle was nice to take advantage of and farmers market was just a few blocks away

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

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

right when i got there, my ice machine was not on yet and the staff went and got me some from the kitchen

nice laundry facility

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

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

fantastic breakfast! amazing coffee and wine bar as well!

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

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

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

wish the coffee bar had breakfast sandwiches but thats a suggestion not a complaint

the breakfast bar and happy hour

great location, easy to park, most places in the city are walkable, excellent breakfast, nice pool area and workout

the kitchenette sink had black slimy gunk come out when we turned it on

breakfast was awesome with an omelet bar

and there were kids running the halls all day/night that seemed to lack parental supervision

no gym.

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

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

room was very nice, room service was prompt, and hotel restaurant was amazing

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

it had a pool

over price for the night and the pool wasn't opened

pool did not work the whole entire building smelled like animal feces and urine and it also reeked

the pool was nice

the swimming pool was not available

location and pool

kids loved the pool

breakfast host, kept hot food stocked and was personable

location pool fitness center

i went to tell about kids in the pool ask if would come say something to them they where bigger kids and they where too

breakfast consists of cereal, sausage and eggs

excellent coffee and the pool was nice and warm

i noticed the breakfast plates were compostable, but no compost was available

only disappointment was the lack of a hot tub in the spacious pool area that contained a decent sized pool

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

indoor pool was very nice for the kids. large size and plenty of places to sit.

the pool was a little chilly, but it wasn't busy and my daughter had fun

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

should have a lifeguard in the pool!

gym and pool are first class!

pillows not the best. pool room is super loud

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

more breakfast items yum

great location, pool and outdoor area

the room was perfect, the staff friendly and helpful, great price for a full kitchen

great indoor heated pool, nice staff, pretty clean, close to fast food and casino.

the pool was the size of a postage stamp.

the staff was very friendly and helpful the breakfast was excellent

proximity to casino, quiet and polite staff

very convenient to the casino

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

the location was perfect for us as we wanted to be near the des moines golf and country club

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

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

noisy. out room was next to laundry facilities.

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

the pool was great, clean and hardly anyone there

breakfast was amazing!

you have to walk a bit for the activities and restaurants etc, but they offer a fairly convenient shuttle

the shuttle is service was great

the guest laundry was free

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

free laundry a plus. solid room . clean room .

the room was fantastic and we loved the kitchenette

nice comfortable bed, nice bathroom and kitchen accomodations

enjoyed the pool and whirlpool

covid restrictions did not allow for breakfast apart from grab and go

no breakfast due to virus, rates remained the same as what i have paid in the past except this time no

the fact that there was about 20 high school kids having a all out party in the hallways and and the pool area running

pool and hot tub area could use a little update

it was nice and clean with a full refrigerator and kitchen and it was reasonably priced

full kitchen is awesome

the moment, there was no breakfast available, but what my family and i truly enjoyed, was the kitchen with an actual size refrigerator

the little kitchen in our room

very nice kitchen facilities in each room

granddaughter had a blast in the pool

staff was great and very accomodatiting to my family. the pool was really nice too!

we drive trucks and they have parking across the street at the casino which is a great plus

pool was a little cool, but it didn’t

the pool was nice

very good breakfast

breakfast and area for it

breakfast bar was very adequate with several choices.

breakfast was pretty good too

very clean. perfect hotel gym. spent 2 nights and the staff was very helpful.

our kids also enjoyed the indoor pool

great location. friendly staff. free breakfast. rooms very comfortable.

the pool inside was very small.

very small pool

we ended up using our kids snuggle blankets

great breakfast!

staff was kind and helpful the rooms were neat and clean the indoor pool was awesome we had a great day the only thing that was a little uncomfortable was the

was delighted to see fruit because that is what i eat for breakfast

clean fresh white bedding and towels, great staff members, flexibility, vending machines and breakfast is on point

staff, the breakfast, the location and the rate were all superior

pool was was warm and clean but tiny

awesome breakfast.. great variety.

helpful staff, cool clean place, good breakfast

saturday morning breakfast was not very good

there was a pool and a hot tub

excellent room, comfortable bed, awesome breakfast

wife requires gluten free food and the selection for the breakfast buffet was limited in this regard

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

pool was fun for the grand kids. breakfast was good!

flimsy plastic fork used for breakfast

wish pool was bigger for amount of kids in it!

quiet, warm pool, good breakfast

kids were running from the pool area until 1130pm were a very noise hard time getting to sleep next

breakfast was a sack but it was ok for the kids

great hotel room was nice pool and hot tub was great and breakfast was good

breakfast was great. exceptional pool area.

pool was crapped in and they used strong chemicals to clean it and it burned my eyes to even sit in

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

the variety in pools. great for little ones!

the pool area is clean and has a smaller pool for smaller children

didn't need a full fridge, full dishwasher, stove and kitchen sink

no breakfast now because of covid ( that was usually a

are outstanding including checking, kitchen, cleaning

and coffee/tea not replenished on the 2nd day of our 3 day stay, dirty socks under one of our kids beds (separate room), manager wouldn't do any kind of discount even though we were paying for

pool not available

the bar was another nice amenity

everything was what was expected. it was clean, comfortable, and my kids had fun in the pool.

great breakfast. staff was friendly. location was close to everything we needed!

great breakfast options

pool was small. no hot tub.

pool is a bit small and the room gets too warm

kitchen staff lady could smile more and be more friendly

the pool was big and the breakfast was great

with a larger family we love the double queen suites with 2 bathrooms, kitchen and living area and sofa sleeper

good breakfast variety

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

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

including a great breakfast

great breakfast and other facilities like indoor pool

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

pool was small

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

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

kept - clean - staff friendly/helpful hot breakfast buffet was one of the better ones

the pool and hot tub were fantastic